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The European Union has imposed a strict data protection regulations on firms established in the EU and on all firms that control or process European personal data. All firms subject to the regulations must comply by May 25, 2018.

New York City holds a trove of the kind of data cybercriminals love. Crain’s Custom recently spoke with Jerry Ravi, and Mike Nizich for their insight on the current cyberthreat facing New York City companies and how companies can protect themselves..

Organizations in all industries struggle with the ability to identify all of the emerging cyber threats while addressing legal and regulatory consequences of cyber breaches.

How firms protect their data is becoming critical as hackers target more valuable information. This is particularly challenging for law firms involved in transactions of publicly traded companies but solutions are available for law firms of any size.

An information technology security update this month featuring the concept of using passphrases over passwords for better data security, malicious files being delivered via Microsoft OneDrive, and lessons you can learn from the recent Capital One data breach

This article features coverage of IRC Sec. 45L tax credits, available for eligible contractors (developers, builders, or homeowners) for the construction or rehabilitation of energy-efficient residential units or dwellings that are leased or sold.

This article explores how the economy has fared in the first half of 2024 and some investment trends to look out for.

The energy efficient commercial buildings deduction under IRC Sec. 179D has become even more attractive for building owners, designers, and builders. IRC Sec. 179D provides building owners and eligible designers or builders the opportunity to claim a tax deduction for installing qualifying energy efficient systems and buildings. Tenants may be also eligible if they make the construction expenditures. The tax deduction applies to both new construction and retrofits.

This article focuses on the latest DOL updates to the 2023 Form 5500, including changes to reporting requirements, participant-counting, and compliance for retirement plans. 

Plan sponsors really need to understand Service Organization Controls (“SOC”) reports—often prepared by a service organization—which document internal controls over financial reporting.

The Treasury Department and IRS released guidance on issues related to IRC Sec. 897, which may impact structures that real estate funds and REITs use to shield foreign investors from U.S. tax exposure. This article offers a brief summary of background and the impact these proposed regulations may have on taxpayers.

The passive activity rules were designed to prevent investors from deducting passive losses from non-passive sources of income. The focus of this article is the application of the passive activity rules to rental real estate.

There has been rapid development in the Marketplace Lending industry and as marketplace lending has evolved, so have options for alternative investment managers. Investors will need to question and research the business models of marketplace lenders.

The SBIC Advisers Relief Act - the impact and opportunities. For advisers with both SBIC and non-SBIC private funds, and advisers pursuing investment strategies focused on investments in smaller private companies for whom SBICs may be an alternative to expand their advisory business.

Discover how employee benefits can complicate M&A transactions. Learn about key areas of concern, including plan documents, ACA compliance, and COBRA regulations. Avoid costly legal issues by understanding the complexities of employee benefits law in M&A.

Discover the implications of FASB’s ASU 2023-08 on digital assets, mandating fair value measurement and enhanced disclosures to standardize treatment under GAAP. Learn about the new requirements, considerations, and effective dates for companies in the digital asset space.

Learn how to leverage New Jersey's PILOT program, a tax incentive for developers in "Urban Renewal Entities" working on redevelopment projects. By offering a calculated tax fee based on revenue or construction costs, the program can reduce developers' tax burdens and foster community improvement in designated areas.

Tax Alert for U.S. Federal tax rules. Tax rules apply to qualified retirement plans including defined benefit, cash balance, profit sharing, 401(k), SEP and SIMPLE plans and cafeteria plans. Each company in the controlled group may have its own retirement plan and cafeteria plan with completely different benefits. Employee benefit plan requirements under the U.S. IRC.

A look at the SEC’s latest ESG-related proposal and its impact on ESG-integration funds.

Learn about the looming ESRP penalties and uncertainty surrounding enhanced exchange subsidies for 2026. Discover how these factors impact employers' healthcare obligations and the potential consequences for employees.