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Zoning and Legal Compliance: Key to Successful Downtown Development

Posted on May 8, 2025 by

For developers, adeptly navigating the intricate web of zoning laws and regulations is paramount to ensuring that projects not only comply with local ordinances but also align with community standards. Understanding Zoning Regulations Zoning laws are essential for urban planning, dictating how land can be used. They help maintain order and prevent conflicts between different […]

2026 HSA Limits Are Announced

Posted on May 1, 2025 by

On May 1, 2025, the IRS announced the Health Savings Account limits for 2026.  With respect to contribution limits, the limits are slightly higher than the ones for 2025 and the required deductible and out-of-pocket maximums have increased as well.  As a reminder, these inflation adjusted amounts are effective for calendar year 2026. HSA/HDHP Requirement […]

Noncitizens Should Review their Compliance with Registration and Change of Address Notification Requirements

Posted on April 8, 2025 by

On March 12th, the Department of Homeland Security published an Interim Final Rule (“IFR”) partially implementing section 7 of Executive Order 14159, Protecting the American People Against Invasion (Jan. 20, 2025) (the “Executive Order”). Section 7 of the Executive Order directed the Secretary of Homeland Security, and others, to ensure that all previously unregistered noncitizens […]

USCIS Announces Revised Form I-9

Posted on April 7, 2025 by

On April 2nd, USCIS announced they had made available a revised Form I-9 for employment eligibility verification. The new form, available at the USCIS website, has an edition date of 01/20/25 and an expiration date of 05/31/27. USCIS will also continue to accept the following previous versions of the form: Form I-9 (08/01/2023 edition) with […]

DHS Announces Termination of CHNV Parole Program

Posted on March 26, 2025 by

Editor’s Note:  CHNV Parole Termination Notice Stayed by Court The March 25 Federal Register Notice announcing the termination of CHNV parole has been stayed. Last week, the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts issued a preliminary injunction, temporarily blocking the implementation of the termination notice. For more information, please see the USCIS […]

Bye Bye Bye: FinCEN Issues CTA Update

Posted on March 24, 2025 by , and

On March 21, 2025, FinCEN announced an end to Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) reporting requirements for U.S. citizens and domestic companies. In line with the U.S. Department of Treasury’s announcement earlier this month, FinCEN has issued an interim final rule narrowing the scope of beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting under the CTA. Under the interim […]

Welcome R. Fletcher Koch

Posted on March 5, 2025

We’re excited to welcome Attorney Fletcher Koch to Ruder Ware’s Litigation & Dispute Resolution Team. Fletcher excels at negotiating favorable outcomes by mastering the facts, identifying each party’s strengths and weaknesses, drafting persuasive briefs, and effectively advocating for our clients. Join us in celebrating his addition to the team! Learn more about Fletcher.

Hello, Goodbye: CTA Enforcement Suspended

Posted on March 3, 2025 by , and

The U.S. Department of the Treasury suspended enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies. On Sunday night, the Treasury announced that U.S. citizens and domestic reporting companies will no longer face penalties or fines for failure to report under the CTA. In its announcement, the Treasury stated it […]

Yo-Yo-Yo: CTA is Back

Posted on February 18, 2025 by , and

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) and its reporting requirements are back in effect. This afternoon, a federal district court in Texas granted the U.S. government’s motion to stay (i.e., pause) the nationwide CTA injunction. Based on FinCEN’s most recent alert, FinCEN intends to extend the reporting deadline for all reporting companies to 30 days from […]

It’s Tricky! Tracking the CTA

Posted on February 17, 2025 by , and

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) remains on hold due to a nationwide injunction granted by a federal District Court in Texas in Smith v. U.S. Department of the Treasury. However, given pending legal battles and legislative movements under the new administration, the status of the CTA could be facing imminent change. While there are several […]