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Virgil Griffith: Understanding Crypto, Crime And The Need For Concerted Action

25th May 2022
The creator of Ethereum being jailed for sanctions breaches was newsworthy. But Syed Rahman of business crime specialists Rahman Ravelli argues that much more needs to be done to tackle cryptocurrency-related crime. The name Virgil Griffith was already fairly well-known before his appearance in Manhattan federal court. He did, after all, develop the decentralised, open-source […]
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CFPB’s Increased Regulations And Stronger Enforcement Actions Bring New Compliance Challenges To Financial Services Institutions

9th May 2022
As additional rules and regulations continue to be put in place by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), and the agency’s enforcement approach becomes more aggressive, in-house attorneys at financial institutions throughout the country can help their institutions maintain compliance by understanding new regulations, changes to existing rules that call for increased compliance and proposed […]
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What Are The Latest EB-5 Guidelines And Requirements In 2022?

4th May 2022
Introduced in the 1990s, the EB-5 visa program has given thousands of foreign investors the chance to live the American Dream, launch their businesses, and secure US permanent residency. But, back then, the process of petitioning for an EB-5 visa was extremely different from what it looks like today. Thanks to the recent reforms and […]
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When Do I Need An FCRA Lawyer?

3rd May 2022
Are you a victim of improper credit reports? If yes, perhaps you need a good FCRA lawyer to help you mend the situation. Beyond helping you correct inaccurate information, a legal expert can also protect you from other numerous violations. If you have been wronged, you may bring forth a lawsuit to protect your financial […]
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Is Life Insurance Taxable?

19th April 2022
Life insurance is important for every adult to have. It ensures that your loved ones will be taken care of when you die, now that they no longer have your income. It gives you the peace of mind that they will have what they need. But the ins and outs can seem complicated. Everyone should […]
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What Are The Most Common Causes Of Chargebacks And How Can They Be Legally Avoided?

19th April 2022
Navigating customer relationships and maintaining a profit isn’t easy for modern businesses. Too often, bridges are burnt due to poor communication and misplaced expectations. If you’re falling short, chargebacks may become frequent, which could result in your processor dropping your account. Although banks tend to favour the consumer, merchants aren’t powerless. There are plenty of […]
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Do I Have To Pay Taxes On A Personal Injury Settlement?

13th April 2022
When tax season arrives, you may want to consider mentioning your settlement money in your tax report. This is based entirely on the type of settlement you received and also why you were compensated. In general, personal injury settlements are not taxed for various reasons. If you are unsure about whether your personal injury falls […]
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Twitter Investor Sues Elon Musk Over Share Disclosure Delay

13th April 2022
The complaint, filed on behalf of investor Marc Bain Rasella, accuses Musk of violating a regulatory deadline to disclose his stake in Twitter when it was at least 5%. Instead, Musk allegedly announced details of his Twitter shares only after they almost doubled. Under US Securities law, investors are required to disclose their shares within […]
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Divorcing Your Business Partner? Everything You Need To Know

12th April 2022
Amy Wilson Weymouth, Associate in the family team at Gardner Leader, explains everything you need to know about divorcing your business partner.  Setting up a business with your spouse can be an exciting and thrilling time. The possibilities are endless as you look to the future and work together to achieve your business dream. Often […]
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What Are My Rights If I Cannot Pay Back An Investor?

12th April 2022
It is very common for startups to use investors whether it is through angels or VCs to help build and grow their business. But, eventually, it can get to the point where the business does not grow and you become one of the 50% of startups that fail. So what does this mean to the […]
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