Public sector employees could see expanded Social Security benefits
A bill that would expand Social Security benefits for millions of public sector workers such as teachers, police officers and firefighters is making its way to President Joe Biden’s desk.For…
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Newly expanded Irvine City Council deadlocks on first vote; special election for 7th member set
The newly expanded Irvine City Council deadlocked on its first vote, disagreeing on who among its members should become vice mayor. The stalemate followed a joyous swearing-in ceremony during which…
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Understanding California’s Expanded Automatic Renewal Legislation
On October 16, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission announced the final FTC “Click-to-Cancel” Rule pertaining to recurring subscriptions and memberships. The Federal Trade Commission is not the only regulatory agency that…
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New, expanded child tax credits on track to pass Congress
When the child tax credit first started, back in 1997, it was a small bonus that mainly helped middle-class families. Taxpayers could take $400 off their income taxes for each…
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Lawmakers Strike Deal on Expanded Child Tax Credit, but Face Long Odds
Top Democrats and Republicans in Congress on Tuesday released a $78 billion compromise they have reached to expand the child tax credit and restore three popular expired business tax breaks,…
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OSHA’s Expanded Recordkeeping Rule Places Additional Obligations on Certain Employers
On July 17, 2023, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) issued a final rule, which updates and expands the agency’s recordkeeping requirements for certain employers in specified industries. This new…
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