Tax

IRS Amnesty Puts Calif. Residents in a Bind

By G. Michelle Ferreira | 1/24/12 3:12 PM |

Newest voluntary disclosure program helps taxpayers avoid criminal prosuecution, but may land them in trouble with the state, explains G. Michelle Ferreira of Greenberg Traurig.

No Sales Tax on Software, Says Court

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By Pat Powers and Amanda Kottke | 7/27/11 5:48 PM |

While a relief to purchasers, a recent court of appeal decision could burden retailers with the refund process, explain Baker & McKenzie attorneys.

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Tax Deductions of Palimony Arrangements

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By Kimberly Stanley | 5/31/11 4:00 PM |

Ninth Circuit finds that for a tax deduction, consideration must be evaluated under federal tax law, not state contract law, explains Kimberly Stanley of Golden Gate University School of Law.

Death, Taxes and the Oscars

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By Stefanie J. Lipson | 2/28/11 9:04 AM |

Reducing estate tax obligations may be a challenge when assets include copyrighted works, but with advance planning, it's not impossible, explains Stefanie Lipson of Greenberg Glusker.

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IRS Breaks With Tax Court on Deduction Limits

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By Kimberly Stanley | 12/31/10 3:00 PM |

Qualifying homeowners may now deduct higher amounts of mortgage interest, explains professor Kimberly Stanley of Golden Gate University School of Law.