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The “Big Beautiful Bill” (BBB) is touted as eliminating income tax on Social Security benefits with the “No Tax on Social Security” slogan. But there is no income exclusion for Social Security benefits in the BBB. So what’s going on? Instead of a blanket exclusion from income, the BBB grants taxpayers age 65 or older […]

Hispanic and Latino-owned businesses are transforming the U.S Economy. Over the past decade, Hispanic and Latino entrepreneurs have built companies at a rate that far outpaces the national average, generating billions in revenue and employing millions of Americans. Their success stories span every sector, from construction and professional services to retail, restaurants, and technology. The […]

Golan Christie Taglia is proud to announce the promotion of three outstanding attorneys to the position of Senior Associate: Bradley S. Lohsl, Shelby H. Nikoloff, and Toni F. Esparza. These promotions reflect not only their exceptional legal skill and dedication to client service, but also their unwavering commitment to the values and culture that define […]

The en banc U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (“Federal Circuit”) ruled on August 29, 2025, that the administration’s “Liberation Day” and other tariffs are illegal, but allowed the tariffs to remain in place until the issue is decided by the Supreme Court. The ruling upholds a decision of the Court of International […]

We are thrilled to announce that Golan Christie Taglia has been recognized as one of Crain’s Best Places to Work 2025! This award highlights organizations that go above and beyond to create positive workplace culture. At Golan Christie Taglia, we believe our people are the foundation of our success. We foster collaboration, innovation, and growth—qualities […]

Golan Christie Taglia is thrilled to announce that Bryan Spurgeon has joined the firm as a senior associate attorney! Bryan concentrates his practice in corporate law & governance and mergers & acquisitions. Bryan earned his J.D. from DePaul University College of Law. His practice focuses on a wholistic view of a business’ life cycle, from formation […]

In August of 2012, Taylor Swift released her fourth studio album, “Red.” The lead single on the album “We are Never Ever Getting Back Together” was about never renewing her relationship with her former boyfriend, rumored to be Jake Gyllenhaal. Seldom in life do we adopt absolutes such as “Never Ever.” There always seem to […]

Golan Christie Taglia is delighted to announce that Steven Shaw has joined the firm as a senior associate attorney! Steve concentrates his practice in tax and estate planning, and IRS controversy. Steve earned his J.D. from Indiana University – Bloomington and prior to his legal career, worked for various tax preparation, planning and consulting firms. […]

Who knew, right? I recently saw an email from the Field Museum encouraging people to make a will, with a link to a free platform that will help do it. You do not need to include a bequest to the Field Museum, but you could, and look at all the amazing work they do with […]