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Rivkin Radler LLP

Moving to the U.S.? Have You Planned for the Estate and Gift Taxes?

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It is a fact that the phenomenon of human migration has been a major force in the history of the world. Indeed, among the themes that have remained constant during my years of practice, there are two that may be...more

Bilzin Sumberg

The Student Visa Exception: A Pretty Good Thing, But Not A Cure-all

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In a previous post, we provided an overview for determining a person's U.S. income tax residency status under the substantial presence test (the "SPT"), a test which relies on a mathematical formula for computing an...more

Harris Beach PLLC

Reminder: H-1B Employers Must Withhold FICA

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October 1 marks the beginning of the federal government’s fiscal year, as well as the H-1B employment start date for thousands of workers. Most people who change status to H-1B under the H-1B lottery system initially came to...more

Smith Gambrell Russell

Key Tax Trap for Foreign Individuals Who Move to the United States

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Many individuals who move to the U.S. for work, study or investment, often understand that they will need to be careful to comply with the applicable immigration rules, such as obtaining a visa. And while such persons often...more

Carlton Fields

Immigration and Tax Issues for Nonresident Aliens Subject to Unexpected Travel Restrictions

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The recent pandemic has caused changes to our lives in multiple ways, including shelter-in-place orders and travel restrictions between various countries. ...more

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Employers Must Withhold FICA Taxes for Students who Change Status to H-1B Starting October 1

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As students and scholars’ status change from F-1, J-1 or other FICA exempt statuses to H-1B starting October 1, these employees will become subject to FICA taxes upon the effective date of their H-1B status....more

Fisher Phillips

Healthcare Reform And Seasonal Guest Workers

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Many employers are eagerly watching the U.S. Congress as it debates comprehensive immigration reform legislation. However, employers of foreign workers need to be aware of another comprehensive reform already enacted—the...more

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