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2016 Tax Return Preparation Reminders

By Christopher Nuss | 03.20.2017
It’s that time of year again when folks are sorting out (or maybe just starting to sort out) their tax return filing obligations for 2016. As this is done, consider whether any of the following apply to you – this tax season I’ve been seeing and advising on these topics frequently. Limitations on the deductibility of pass-through losses on your... Read More

An OSHA Inspector is in my Lobby and They Want to Inspect. What Do I Do?

By BrownWinick | 03.09.2017
Are you going to require a warrant? The advantages to requiring a warrant to inspect is that if there is a problem you are aware of and you can fix it quickly then you can avoid some citations. The disadvantages to requiring the inspector to go to court to get a warrant is that by causing the inspector to do the extra work they are going to come... Read More

BrownWinick Kicks Off Its First Charity Event of 2017

By BrownWinick | 02.28.2017
To kick off its first charity event in 2017, BrownWinick collected items and raised funds for the House of Mercy during the months of January and February. BrownWinick was able to collect five boxes of items, which included personal hygiene items, baby wipes, water bottles and notebooks, as well as boxes of diapers. The House of Mercy was also the... Read More

Iowa's Big Win for Ag

By Amy Johnson | 02.24.2017
In a 3-2 decision issued on January 27, 2017, Iowa’s Supreme Court refused to overturn long-standing precedent that drainage districts in Iowa are not susceptible to suit for money damages. The agricultural community in Iowa had been waiting on pins and needles for answers to four questions certified to the Iowa Supreme Court in a case brought by... Read More

Making that Side-Hustle Legit: Important Considerations for a Home-Based Business

By BrownWinick | 02.16.2017
More and more people are beginning to make a business of a side-hustle or side gig for a variety of reasons. Whether it’s selling handmade goods on Etsy, renting a room on Airbnb, craigslist arbitrage, or any other creative way to make some additional cash; there are some important legal considerations that you should be thinking about as you... Read More

Updated HIPAA Privacy Rule Guidance on Sharing Information with Loved Ones

By BrownWinick | 02.13.2017
Accidents, sudden illness, and hospitalization of a family member are stressful incidents for individuals and their loved ones. Uncertainty regarding the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act’s (“HIPAA”) Privacy Rules’ restrictions on the sharing of information with certain family members or loved ones sometimes adds to that stress.... Read More

Responding to a Subpoena Requesting Health Records

By BrownWinick | 02.10.2017
In recent years, many states, including Iowa, have changed their court rules to allow attorneys to sign and issue subpoenas in pending cases without prior court approval. While the issuance of such subpoenas may be acceptable under general state law, providing documents in response to a subpoena that is only signed by an attorney may lead to a... Read More

Angel Investor Tax Credit - Qualifying Business Application Released

By Joe Leo | 02.02.2017
On January 25, 2017, the Iowa Economic Development Authority released the qualifying business application for the Angel Investor Tax Credit. The investor eligibility application was released previously. Businesses that conducted qualifying capital raises during 2016 can seek certification so their investors can claim the tax credit. Both the... Read More

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