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Wer hätte das gedacht – little known facts about Germany

December 17, 2024

Food & Drink: In Germany, we have 1,500 different types of beer, 300 types of bread, and 1,000 types of sausage. In the state of Bavaria, beer is actually considered a food! Germany is home to the biggest Beer Festival in the world, Oktoberfest in Munich, where the standard glass of beer is a whole…

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Das Doppelbesteuerungsabkommen zwischen Deutschland und USA – BridgehouseLaw LLP

December 6, 2024

1.   Einkommen und Vermögen Auf dem Gebiet der Steuern vom Einkommen und vom Vermögen und einiger anderer Steuern, ist am 21. August 1991 das Doppelbesteuerungsabkommen (DBA) zwischen Deutschland und den USA in Kraft getreten. Durch Protokoll vom 1. Juni 2006 wurde der Wortlaut der ursprünglichen Fassung geänderten, und darauf basierende Neufassung ist seit 2008 gültig. Das Abkommen…

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Estate Planning & Probate Proceedings – BridgehouseLaw LLP

December 6, 2024

2024 is winding up and January 1, 2025, is only 5 weeks away. People around the globe will spend many days celebrating, observing holidays, gathering with friends and family, and reminiscing about loved ones. December brings the full gambit of emotions from laughter to sadness, love to annoyance, and wishful thinking to motivation. As we…

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Implications of Failure to Timely File Corporate Transparency Act BOI Report

October 28, 2024

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), represents a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for corporations operating in the United States. One of its key provisions mandates that certain entities report their beneficial ownership information (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). While the CTA intends to enhance transparency and combat financial crimes, the failure…

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Publishers Sue AI Giant: What It Means for the Industry.

October 28, 2024

The recent lawsuit filed by publishers against a major AI company has sparked a lively debate about the future of content creation and intellectual property. As technology continues to evolve, traditional publishing is facing challenges that could reshape the industry as we know it. At the heart of the lawsuit are concerns over copyright infringement. Many…

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Recent Federal Court Decision on Virginia Voter Rolls

October 28, 2024

A U.S. federal judge issued a ruling on October 25, 2024, blocking a recent attempt by the state of Virginia to remove individuals from its voter rolls who had not sufficiently proved their citizenship. This ruling cited a federal prohibition against purging significant numbers of voters within 90 days of an election, and its intended…

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Halloween Traditions: A Light-hearted Look

October 28, 2024

Ah, Halloween! The one night a year when it’s socially acceptable to wear a costume that might be deemed “questionable” in any other context. The spooky season is packed with traditions that can be both delightful and downright bizarre. Let’s dive into some of our favorite American Halloween traditions. Let’s kick things off with the…

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Unlocking the Secrets to U.S. Market Success: Join the USA Market Mastery Seminar in Munich

October 28, 2024

As the world’s largest economy and a land of vast opportunities, the United States continues to attract businesses from all corners of the globe. However, navigating the complexities of the U.S. market can be daunting. To provide insights, practical knowledge, and expert advice, the German American Business Association (GABA) is hosting the highly anticipated seminar “USA Market…

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Renaturalization of Victims of Nazi Persecution: A Path to Restoring German Citizenship

October 4, 2024

Have you or your family been directly impacted by the atrocities of the Nazi regime? Did your ancestors lose their German citizenship due to political, racial, or religious persecution? If so, you may be entitled to reclaim your rightful German citizenship under the German Constitution. A Right Restored by the German Constitution Between January 30,…

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Celebration of the 34th German Unity Day

October 4, 2024

The Day of German Unity is organized by the federal state that holds the Presidency of the Federal Council. This year’s 34th German Unity Day is celebrated under the motto “Set sail as one” in Schwerin, the capital of the federal state Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. According to the German Constitution, every member of the Federal Council can be…

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