Experts Share Refund Opportunities After Kwong, Abdo Decisions
A panel of tax controversy experts at the 2026 ABA May Tax Meeting on May 8 discussed two court decisions …
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Must a Plan Provide Extended COBRA Coverage Because of a Spouse’s Disability?
QUESTION: A recently terminated employee has elected COBRA for himself, his spouse, and his children. He notified us within a …
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