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News & Analysis as of May 18, 2013

Hotels & Tourism Licensing and Regulatory Regimes

by Oserogho & Associates on 4/29/2012

A proper understanding of the various federal, state and local government licensing and regulatory regimes in the Hotels, Hospitality and Tourism markets in Nigeria is critical to the execution and substance of a viable...more

Section 2704 Tackles Estate For A Claims Court Loss

by Charles (Chuck) Rubin on 3/5/2012

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: A company formed to operate an NFL franchise runs afoul of Section 2704 at the death of its principal stockholder. While the estate put forth some creative arguments to elude the grasp of Section 2704,...more

State + Local Tax Insights - Winter 2012

by Morrison & Foerster LLP on 1/18/2012

In this issue: Should Filmmakers Be Content to Have Taxing Authorities Judge Their Content? Upcoming 2012 Speaking Engagements; Individual Liability for Company Taxes; Potential Unity and Business Income in California;...more

Star Power: Celebrity involvement in charitable causes raises both tax and business affairs issues

by Venable LLP on 5/5/2011

THE PARTICIPATION OF CELEBRITIES in charitable causes is rooted in tradition and increasingly apparent in a variety of venues. When those who are famous for their achievements in the arts, entertainment, media, or sports...more

Navigating Nonprofit Partnerships, Joint Ventures & Commercial Co-Ventures: How Arts Organizations Can Avoid the Legal Pitfalls

by Venable LLP on 4/22/2011

Overview *Promotional and Fundraising Affiliations – Corporate Sponsorships – Licensing (Passive Royalty Income) – Commercial Co-Venture *Joint Activities – Joint Programs Via Contract – Subsidiary Entities •...more

Business Formation Q&A

by D. Lee Gwinn on 7/27/2010

Summarizes the different types of business entities and formational documents involved....more

THE BOSS’S ENDURING EMPIRE: Analyzing Estate Tax Consequences of George Steinbrenner's Passing

by Joy Hodge on 7/14/2010

The death of George Steinbrenner on July 13, 2010 serves as an interesting study into the effect of the temporary repeal of the federal estate tax – and the failure of Congress to correct the problem before the end of 2009. ...more