Timely File Payroll Taxes Because The IRS Is Watching
The following article was recently published on Law360. I am honored to be a contributor to this fine legal publication.
Contract Advice for Non-Union Actors By An Actor
As both a lawyer and an actor, I get asked a lot of legal questions by my fellow actors. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions that I get along with my answers. As always, be sure to consult with an entertainment lawyer. Pen in hand, you are about to sign a contract for […]
You’re A Mean One, Mr. “GDPR”
Ever wonder why your email inbox is overflowing with privacy policy updates from seemingly every company under the sun from Facebook to YouTube to Instagram and LinkedIn? The culprit is GDPR. Let’s start from the beginning. What is this new regulation that has gotten the attention of virtually every website owner in the United States and […]
Is FATCA a Mere Flash In The Pan or a Pestilent Gnat That Is Here to Stay?
When you drop a large rock into a pool of calm water, ripples appear and spread and eventually they will touch the entire surface of that pond, drastically changing its appearance. And the FATCA rock was a very big one indeed. Recognizing that there is a substantial amount of money stored overseas that has gone unreported – and […]
Supreme Court of the United States Denies Cert of Appellate Court’s Decision Affirming Million Dollar FBAR Penalty
The Supreme Court of the United States denied cert (i.e., review) of a Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision affirming a federal court’s decision in favor of the IRS, which assessed a staggering $1.2 million penalty against the taxpayer for failing to disclose a foreign bank account. The sweeping decision was announced on April 30, 2018 and is significant […]
The Top 10 Mistakes Actors Make When They Sign a Contract
1. They fail to read it. You’re an actor. You make you living through your craft. So when you book that role and a deal comes your way, your first instinct may be to start pumping your fists in the air and sign whatever document is put in front of you before the hard and […]
What Actors Should Consider Before Signing a Contract
You’re an actor, which means you shouldn’t have to spend the majority of your day deciphering the fine print of a contract to understand how it will affect your future like a scholar deciphering the Dead Sea scrolls. From understanding exclusivity provisions with limitations on how often and where you can work to the length […]
When Should an Actor Lawyer Up?
Picture this. You’ve booked a gig, your agent emails you the contract, and suddenly it hits you: “Should I have a lawyer look it over before I sign it?” It’s a deceptively simple question, with the devil being in the details. It involves the balancing of several factors. On the one hand, agents understand deals. […]
Distribution Platforms for Your Indie Film in the Digital Age
For young or first-time filmmakers, the obstacles to getting their film scene have been huge historically. It’s why we celebrate the pioneers of independent filmmakers who have managed to get their films made without a studio distribution deal, pre-sale or other means of financing. Modern technology has democratized the process somewhat, making new venues and […]
Got Unreported Cryptocurrency Income? Mount A Defense
The attached article that I wrote appeared in Law360. I’m honored to be a contributor to Law360.