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What is Probate Lawyers
04 Sep, 2023
Probate attorneys can offer support and guidance to help simplify complicated tasks and offer guidance throughout the process.
Employee Retention Tax Credit
28 Aug, 2023
The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) can financially assist struggling businesses. Here’s How to Claim ERTC.
Naples estate planning attorney
21 Aug, 2023
Asset protection planning is the process of building barriers around your assets. Estate planning generally consists of creating a plan for preserving and distributing your assets after you die.
What is Probate Process in Florida
07 Aug, 2023
What Are The Steps of the Probate Process in Florida? Probate is a court-supervised process for identifying and gathering the assets of a deceased person (decedent).
Florida Tax Lawyers
31 Jul, 2023
Stay informed on the latest Florida Sales Tax updates for 2023 with Jostock & Jostock. Explore key changes and insights in our comprehensive guide to ensure compliance and financial success.
Probate Lawyer
24 Jul, 2023
Many individuals dealing with the death of a loved one inevitably ask the question of do I need a probate lawyer. In most cases, the answer is affirmative. Yet, there are some exceptions.
Employee Retention Credit Refund
17 Jul, 2023
Unlock Employee Retention Credit Refund Opportunities with Jostock & Jostock - Explore how our experts can help you maximize tax benefits and boost your bottom line. Learn more today!
employment lawyer
10 Jul, 2023
Discover the crucial moments when employees should seek an employment lawyer's guidance. Explore expert insights at Jostock & Jostock to protect your workplace rights and make informed legal decisions.
estate planning attorney
03 Jul, 2023
If you’re asking the question, “do I need an estate planning attorney”, the answer is yes if you want to minimize the tax burden on your family upon your death.
employee retention credit
26 Jun, 2023
The Employee Retention Tax Credit can help you recover from the financial hit you may have suffered during the pandemic. Here’s how you can leverage it in 2023.
Health Savings Accounts
By admin 27 Oct, 2018
A Health Savings Account (HSA) accounts for individuals with high-deductible health plans to save for medical expenses that those plans do not cover.
Are Gifts to Caregivers Presumptively Void
By admin 27 Jan, 2016
Discover the legal implications of giving gifts to caregivers in Illinois. Understand the rules and potential implications to protect your interests.
Tax Implications
By admin 22 Jul, 2015
Explore the tax implications of converting your business from a C Corporation to an S Corporation. Understand the advantages and considerations of this transition.
Life Insurance
By admin 04 May, 2015
For many small and family owned businesses, the death of an owner, CEO, president, member, managing partner or other key employee (hereinafter “key person”) can be devastating to the life and sustainability...
life insurance policy
By admin 02 Jun, 2014
In Illinois, a decedent’s decision to change the beneficiary designation on a life insurance policy, individual retirement account, transfer on death account or other similar instrument may be effective ..
ADP & ACP Testing
By admin 01 Sep, 2013
Learn about annual 401(k) Non-Discrimination Testing, including ADP and ACP testing. Ensure compliance with Jostock & Jostock.
Family Limited Partnership
By admin 10 May, 2012
The Tax Court held that the property of a family limited partnership should not be included in a decedent’s estate.
By admin 10 Jan, 2012
Illinois Senate Bill 397, which was signed into law in December of 2011 amended the Illinois estate tax exemption and increased the amount for 2012 going forward.
Family and Medical Leave Act
By admin 01 Jan, 2012
The federal Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (hereinafter “FMLA”) applies to employers that employ fifty (50) or more employees for twenty.
Commercial Real Estate
By admin 15 Dec, 2011
A letter of intent for the purchase/sale of a commercial real estate parcel (“LOI”) is essential to the contract negotiation process and must be handled properly.
Restrictive Covenants
By admin 05 Dec, 2011
Discover the factors extended by Illinois Supreme Court for determining the enforceability of restrictive covenants. Learn more at Jostock & Jostock
fiduciary relationship
By admin 01 Dec, 2011
Learn what happens when a fiduciary is the beneficiary of a transfer made by the principal. Understand the implications at Jostock & Jostock
By admin 29 Nov, 2011
The Illinois Department of Revenue issued a statement that Illinois couples who entered into civil unions under 750 ILCS 75/1 et seq. will be able to jointly file their 2011 state income tax returns.
By admin 02 Nov, 2011
When converting a C-Corporation to an S-Corporation there are many issues that must be accounted for and taken into consideration prior to making the election.
By admin 15 Oct, 2011
Oral Lifetime Employment Contracts - Legal insights on oral lifetime employment contracts. Expert advice for employment matters.
By admin 02 Oct, 2011
Current Estate Taxes - Stay informed about estate tax updates. Trust our guidance for effective estate planning and taxation strategies.
By admin 15 Sep, 2011
NET EARNINGS FROM SELF-EMPLOYMENT.–The term “net earnings from self-employment” means the gross income derived by an individual from any trade or business carried on by such individual, less the deductions allowed by this subtitle [subtitle A] which are attributable to such trade or business, * * *.
By admin 02 Sep, 2011
Generally, there are three types of restrictive covenants that are used in employment contracts, namely, noncompete, nonsolicitation and nondisclosure provisions.
By admin 15 Aug, 2011
The Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization, and Job Creation Act of 2010, P.L. 111-312 passed on December 16, 2010 and enacted into law on December 17, 2010 retroactively reinstated the federal Estate tax for ..
worker adjustment and retraining notification
By admin 01 Aug, 2011
The Federal Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act (“WARN Act”) governs permanent layoffs caused by plant closings and reductions in the workforce.
By admin 26 Jul, 2011
In IRS Private Letter Ruling No. 201117011 released April 29, 2011 the Commissioner granted a taxpayer a 120 day extension to make an election under section 469(c)(7)(a) of the IRC to treat all of his rental real estate..
By admin 22 Jul, 2011
On April 20, 2011, The United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois stated in Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation, as Receiver for Ravenswood Bank v. Republic Title Company (2011 WL 1526817) as follows:
By admin 19 Jul, 2011
Illinois Consignments under UCC - Understand consignments in Illinois under UCC. Expert guidance on legal requirements and implications.
By admin 01 Jul, 2011
Illinois Power of Attorney Act Amendments - Stay updated on recent changes to the Illinois Power of Attorney Act. Expert insights and guidance are available.
By admin 23 Jun, 2011
Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 - Know your rights under FMLA—valuable information and resources provided by legal experts.
By admin 09 Jun, 2011
3.8 Medicare Surtax - Understand the implications of the 3.8% Medicare Surtax. Expert advice on tax planning strategies.
By admin 01 Jun, 2011
Illinois Civil Union Act - Learn about the Illinois Civil Union Act and its impact—trusted legal guidance for civil union matters.
By admin 21 May, 2011
Welcome to Jostock & Jostock P.A.'s New Website - Explore our new website—comprehensive legal services and resources for your needs.

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What is Probate Lawyers
04 Sep, 2023
Probate attorneys can offer support and guidance to help simplify complicated tasks and offer guidance throughout the process.
Employee Retention Tax Credit
28 Aug, 2023
The Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) can financially assist struggling businesses. Here’s How to Claim ERTC.
Naples estate planning attorney
21 Aug, 2023
Asset protection planning is the process of building barriers around your assets. Estate planning generally consists of creating a plan for preserving and distributing your assets after you die.
What is Probate Process in Florida
07 Aug, 2023
What Are The Steps of the Probate Process in Florida? Probate is a court-supervised process for identifying and gathering the assets of a deceased person (decedent).
Florida Tax Lawyers
31 Jul, 2023
Stay informed on the latest Florida Sales Tax updates for 2023 with Jostock & Jostock. Explore key changes and insights in our comprehensive guide to ensure compliance and financial success.
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