Category Archives: Negotiation and Litigation Services
Breach of Fiduciary Duty
A fiduciary can be an investment banker for a company, an advisor, director, or any other individual with access to the finances of a business. The nature of their position allows fiduciaries an unprecedented knowledge and control which, misused, can … Continue reading
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Assistance with Mergers and Acquisitions
Your company may be a target for acquisition, or you may be contemplating a merger. Commonplace as both of these are, there can be pitfalls if you are not careful. It is vital that you work with a Massachusetts mergers … Continue reading
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Deducting Business Start-Up Costs
Fledgling businesses often do not see a profit for several years, if ever. Individuals who are seeking to start a business should conduct a full investigation into the costs and potential for profit before moving forward. It is highly advisable … Continue reading
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Deducting Home-Based Business Expenses
One of the most notable changes that technology has brought to the workforce is the proliferation of home-based businesses. Whether you operate as a sole proprietorship or an LLC, the use of the home for business provides certain potential tax … Continue reading
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In-Business Offers in Compromise
Until recently, the Internal Revenue Service was reluctant to accept offers in compromise from businesses. This reluctance stems from the fact that a business seeking such a compromise is generally financially unhealthy; such an offer will generally only be accepted … Continue reading
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Self-Employment Taxes and Different Business Types
Individuals who work outside of a company are subject to a different form of taxation. This is true even if the person works for a company but also works as a sole entity in another business. Such tax matters can … Continue reading
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Effectively Managing External Stakeholders
The internal stakeholders of a business—employees, management, board members—are much more easy to govern than outsiders who are not subject to a corporation’s by-laws. External stakeholders can be very challenging to manage, but they do share a commonality with their … Continue reading
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Shareholder Rights and Disputes
Corporate shareholders possess unique rights not shared by partnership arrangements. If these rights are violated, legal provisions are in place to allow remedy. If you are a shareholder and have a concern over a violation of your rights, a Massachusetts … Continue reading
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