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CLIENT ALERT: Future of Corporate Transparency Act Unclear: Navigating Uncertain Requirements
As of January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) requires all entities formed or registered to do business in the United States, absent qualifying for an exemption, to furnish a beneficial ownership information (BOI) report containing information about the entity’s “beneficial owners” to the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes and Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
Who’s an independent contractor? Who’s an employee? We’re about to find out. Again.
Are people who work with your business “independent contractors” or “employees?” The answer can be like the Florida weather: if you don’t like it, wait five minutes — or its business equivalent.
Tripp Scott's Ed Pozzuoli Named One of Florida Trend’s Florida 500
Ed Pozzuoli, CEO of Tripp Scott, was named one of Florida Trend’s Florida 500. He has been named to the list for the past six years.
Tripp Scott Named to Sun-Sentinel Best Places to Work
The South Florida companies chosen for recognition were determined through employee surveys conducted by Energage. The surveys measured such qualities as company leadership, communication, career growth, working environment, managerial skills, pay and benefits. To qualify as a "Best Place to Work" and meet the standards of a Top Workplace, Tripp Scott scored very high on the survey that was conducted.
After Travis Kelce’s Super Bowl–sized meltdown, here’s how to keep your cool on the job
It’s a situation common to almost any work environment: An employee thinks a boss has made a boneheaded call, and it suddenly leads to an ugly confrontation.
Tripp Scott Names Two New Directors
Tripp Scott today announced that Thomas Sternberg has been promoted to administrative director, and Stephanie Mazzola has been promoted to director. Both attorneys were previously with the firm.
Tripp Scott Quarterbacks The Auction Of Johnny Unitas Memorabilia At The Super Bowl
At this year's Super Bowl to be held on February 11, in conjunction with the NFL and Hunt Auctions, as part of the fan experience in Las Vegas, on Saturday, February 10, immediately prior to the Super Bowl, unique and valuable Johnny Unitas memorabilia will be auctioned in person and one line to the public.
Yes, Copyright Laws Do Apply to Churches (and Other Non-Profits)
This month features a conversation with Stephanie Mazzola, a director at the law firm Tripp Scott.
Tripp Scott Director Chuck Tatelbaum IN THE NEWS
Chuck weighs in on the NY Post article by Mary K. Jacob, “Inside the $41 million mansion fight that led to Donald Trump’s fallout with Jeffrey Epstein.”
Manooch T. Azizi Joins Mission UnitedAdvisory Council of United Way of Broward County
Tripp Scott today announced that Manooch Thomas Azizi, an associate attorney with the law firm and a United States Navy veteran, is now a member of the Mission United Advisory Council ("MISSION UNITED") of the United Way of Broward County. He was also elected Chair of the Legal Committee for MISSION UNITED.
CLIENT ALERT: NAVIGATING THE CORPORATE TRANSPARENCY ACT:WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW COME JANUARY 1, 2024
Starting January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) will require all entities formed or registered to do business in the United States, absent qualifying for an exemption, to furnish a beneficial ownership information (BOI) report containing information about the entity’s “beneficial owners” to the U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes and Enforcement Network (FinCEN).
AI and You: Let’s Be Careful Out There
This month features a conversation with Paul Lopez, COO of the law firm Tripp Scott.
Christine Yates Joins International Swimming Hall of Fame Board
Tripp Scott today announced that Christine Yates, a director with the law firm, has been elected to the board of directors of the International Swimming Hall of Fame.
AI’s legal challenges: Not so artificial, not enough intelligence
A year ago this month, the artificial intelligence (AI) app ChatGPT was launched, emerging as history’s fastest-growing consumer software application, and was swiftly followed by competing products.
Charitable Giving Strategies: How To Be A Bigger Blessing
This month features a conversation with Christine P. Yates, a director with Tripp Scott.
Corporate Advantage of Section 199A Set To Expire
With the enactment of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), significant changes were introduced in the U.S. tax landscape. One of these prominent changes was the reduction of the corporate tax rate from 35% to 21%.
Tripp Scott’s Paul Lopez Honored by Florida Panthers
Fort Lauderdale, Fla., Oct. 16, 2023 Tripp Scott today announced that Paul Lopez, chief operating officer and a director with the firm, was recognized by the Florida Panthers as part of their Celebration of Hispanic Excellence in the area of business and non-profit. The award is a result of Paul's years of commitment to the community, through both his time and charitable efforts.
The Majority of Americans Are Frustrated with Economy, Border, Immigration, Crime, Weaponized Government
Ed Pozzouli, CEO of the Florida-based law firm Tripp Scott, and former chair of the Republican Party in Broward County Florida says, America is 13 months away from our next election. It will determine if we can keep this democratic republic.
CLIENT ALERT: Proposed New Department Of Labor Rule Could Be Costly
On September 8, 2023, the Federal Register published the U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to Define and Delimit the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales, and Computer Employees.
Private lending enters construction cost equation
While construction lending interest rates remain high, more commercial developers are seeking private lenders as an alternative.