Expert Analyzes IRS Trends in Estate, Gift Tax Audit Disputes
The best way to handle gift and estate tax controversy work is to anticipate the dispute at the estate planning …
Maureen Leddy, Checkpoint News
Maureen Leddy covers Congress for Thomson Reuters with a focus on tax legislation.
Maureen previously worked at Trial magazine as a legal editor and at Bloomberg Law as a research analyst.
She can be reached at maureen.leddy@thomsonreuters.com.
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OBBB Charitable Deduction Rules Reshape Giving Strategies
One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s (OBBB) changes to the charitable deduction are forcing both individual and corporate donors to rethink …
Understanding OBBB Enhancements to Employer Leave and Childcare Credits
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBB) permanently enhanced employer credits for paid family and medical leave and employer-provided childcare. …
Despite Shutdown, IRS Staff to Continue Work
The IRS shared that despite a partial government shutdown, all employees will continue working this week. The agency’s employee emergency …
Expert Unpacks What’s Next After Sirius Solutions Decision
With the 5th U.S. Court of Appeals ruling that a federal self-employment tax exception hinges on a partner’s limited liability …
Watchdog Concerned About IRS Filing Season Readiness
The Treasury Inspector General for Tax Administration (TIGTA) is concerned that the IRS may not be ready for the 2026 …
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SEC Chair Atkins Seeks New PCAOB Candidates, Signals Board Member Salary Cuts for 2026
After forcing PCAOB Chair Erica Williams out, SEC Chair Paul Atkins said he is soliciting candidates for all board member …
D.C. Enacts Temporary Legislation Amending Conformity with Various IRC Provisions, Other Tax Changes
By Denis Del Bene, JD, LL.M., Checkpoint News On December 20, 2025, the District of Columbia enacted without the Mayor’s …
Final Regulations Address ACA Exchange Integrity; Revise 2026 Annual Limitation on Cost-Sharing
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