Schedule 13D and Schedule 13G are both beneficial ownership reports filed by anyone who directly or indirectly shares investment power in a company. These Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings provide information about parties who have substantial holdings...
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What’s the Difference Between an Employee and a 1099 Worker?
If you’re a business owner, you need to understand the difference between employees and independent contractors. Not only is the understanding of the difference between employees and independent contractors crucial for tax purposes, but also to avoid legal and...
IRS Deadlines: What You Need to Know
While everyone knows that federal income tax returns are due on April 15 yearly, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) imposes several other deadlines throughout the year. For example, there are quarterly payment deadlines, extension deadlines, retirement-related...
Tax Responsibilities of Independent Contractors
While full-time employment is the standard, the gig economy has gained momentum over the last several years. If you are considering whether going into business for yourself is the right decision for you, you must understand the tax implications and responsibilities...
Tax Filing Preparation Tips
Whether you’re a W-2 employee, a 1099 worker, or a business owner, you will need to pay taxes. Working with a tax professional can help ensure your taxes are prepared correctly — and you minimize your tax. However, you must still actively participate in the process...
Answering Non-Disclosure Agreement FAQs with Joshua D. Brinen
A non-disclosure agreement is an agreement between two or more parties that normally occurs before or after a contract is executed. Typically, the non-disclosure agreement or NDA is signed before parties start negotiating a contract.
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I formerly worked as a satellite employee from my home state of New Jersey. I ended my employment with my former employer in 2016. In 2018, I was sued by my former employer for $1.1 million in Illinois State Court. I was referred to Brinen & Associates, LLC by a friend who is a client of the firm. Brinen & Associates, LLC came highly recommended. I contacted Joshua Brinen and then had a consultation at his office with his colleague Mark White. Together, Messrs. Brinen and White explained my options...