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Cyber Insurance Assessment Readiness Checklist
Cyber insurance providers want to know if your organization is prepared to manage, mitigate, and recover from cyber risks. Here’s a quick checklist of key areas they may evaluate.
Things to Consider in the New Year
As we step into a new year, it’s time to prioritize planning for the future. Key topics to consider: Long-Term Care, Estate Planning, Asset Protection, Healthcare Decisions, and Guardianship Risks.
New York Employment Legislation Update: A Preview of 2025
Get ahead of key changes coming in 2025, including: Wage and overtime updates; COVID-19 sick leave expiration; Paid family and prenatal leave expansions; Retail workplace safety enhancements; Changes to criminal background check regulations.
Don't Let Scammers Ruin Holiday Gift Card Giving
This holiday season, be on high alert for gift card scams. Remember . . . The IRS will NEVER ask for gift cards as payment for a tax bill. Scammers often impersonate officials and use fear tactics to trick taxpayers.
January 1, 2025, Due Date: New York Employers Should Prepare Now for the New Paid Prenatal Leave Law
New York Employers . . . Are you ready for the Paid Prenatal Leave Law? Starting soon, eligible employees must receive up to 20 hours of paid prenatal leave annually for essential health care services related to pregnancy.
New Year's Resolution For Your Employee Handbook
Kick off the year by revisiting key policies in your employee handbook. Read the full blog here for actionable steps!
Related Party 1031 Exchanges - Don't Buy from Mom or Dad!
Navigating a 1031 like-kind exchange can be challenging. With strict deadlines, multiple parties involved, and substantial tax liability at stake, real estate investors need strategic planning—and sometimes a solid Plan B. Options like the Delaware Statutory Trust (DST) or Qualified Opportunity Zone investments can be lifesavers in the right situations.
What Nonprofit Employers Need to Know about Mental Health Parity
New rules under the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA) will require most employers—including nonprofits—to act by January 1, 2025. These updates ensure that mental health and substance use disorder (MH/SUD) benefits are in parity with medical and surgical benefits.
New York Clean Slate Act Takes Effect on November 16, 2024, with New Obligations for Employers Running Criminal Background Checks
Big changes are here for employers conducting criminal background checks in New York! The Clean Slate Act introduces automatic sealing of eligible convictions, new notice requirements for employers, and protections against certain negligence claims. Is your business prepared for these new obligations?
How a Single-Member LLC Can Be Taxed As an S Corporation
Thinking about how to structure your single-member LLC for tax savings? Did you know it can be taxed as an S Corporation? This switch could reduce personal tax liability—but there are deadlines and steps you need to follow.
Estate Planning for Couples
Estate planning is essential for couples to protect each other and ensure their wishes are honored!
An up-to-date Will, along with carefully managed beneficiary designations and powers of attorney, can prevent unexpected outcomes—especially for blended families or those facing life changes like marriage or divorce.
Insurance for Artificial Intelligence Risks
The rapid evolution of Artificial Intelligence has introduced a range of risks—some discovered daily—that businesses must consider.