Unilateral Silencing of Charities Deemed to be Terrorist Organizations: Pending Legislation
Although it has not made much news, a proposed Bill titled Stop Terror-Financing and Tax Penalties on American Hostages has been making its way through Congress. As of November 21, 2024, the Bill was approved in a vote of 219-184 and received support from all Republicans except for one and by 15 Democrats. As of December 2, 2024, the Bill was received by the Senate. If approved, it would only take approval by the President for this Bill to become law...
Estate Planning When You Spouse Isn’t On Board: What to Do
If you are ready to begin estate planning, but are getting resistance from your spouse, you may be wondering if you should go it alone. Although addressing your combined estate and goals is helpful, you can take control of your estate planning on your own. Open and Honest Discussion Spouses often complete their estate planning together. However, it is not unusual for one spouse to avoid the topic. Estate planning comes with difficult emotions and important decisions. It’s not surprising that someone...
Deadline for Registering with FinCEN Delayed Following Preliminary Injunction
Court Decision Provides Temporary Reprieve on Filing On December 3, 2024, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas issued a nationwide preliminary injunction against enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (“CTA”) in Texas Top Cop Shop, Inc. vs. Garland, No. 4:24-CV-478 (E.D. Texas 12/3/24). There has been much news about the deadline to comply with United States Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”) rules by December 31, 2024. As a recap, in accordance with the CTA, newly formed (or registered) corporate...
Estate Planning For Embryos Under New York State Expanded Bill of Rights
If you are a New York State resident and who has obtained medical care to expand your family via assisted reproductive technology, you should be aware of the revision of New York State’s Equal Rights Amendment. The Amendment expands civil rights for purposes of reproductive healthcare, but leaves ambiguity as to whether stored genetic material is covered under the law. The recent National election results may also create uncertainty on your individual bodily autonomy and privacy in managing your...