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It's Official: Brewers Will Pay Less Tax in 2018. Now What?

Written By Zachary F. Lamb and Hayley R. Wells

On December 22, 2017, the President signed into law the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which reduces the federal excise tax on brewers for years 2018, 2019, and 2020. A detailed description of how the new law reduces brewers' exci…

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Tax Reform – What Does it Mean for You and Your Business?

Written By Lee C. Hodge and Steven B. Long

Let's face it—the Internal Revenue code (the "Code") and the reams of regulations that implement the Code can be very complex. However, most individuals and business owners want to take advantage of every tax maneuve…

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Wrapping Your Privacy Practices Up with a Bow

Written By Angela P. Doughty, CIPP/US, AIGP, FIP

For many companies, the "hap-happiest season of all" coincides with the busiest season of all.  Business owners and employees are racing to fill customer orders in time for the holidays, which also means an avalanche …

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Our Firm Let Insurance Providers Compete and Wound Up Saving 13% On Our 2018 Healthcare Costs

Written By Michael R. Epperson

Remember the good old days when healthcare benefits were provided at a premium level for a small additional cost to the employer?  Many of us have not been around long enough to enjoy that recollection! Today, health…

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New Bankruptcy Rules that Creditors Need to Know and Follow

Written By Lance P. Martin

On December 1, 2017, several changes to the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure took effect. The changes involve consumer cases under Chapter 13 and affect creditors with secured claims, unsecured claims, and judgment li…

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Social Hosts Beware: "One More for the Road?" May Be a Bad Idea

Written By Grant B. Osborne

Everyone was having such a good time, too . . . The company was hosting its annual holiday party.  The company had arranged to hold the event that Saturday night in a hotel ballroom.  Moods were festive, especia…

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