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Federal Court Denies Attorney’s Bid to Write Off Racing Expenses as Business Deductions

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Denver, Colorado — A federal appeals court has made a ruling that will steer a personal injury attorney away from claiming car racing expenses as a deductible business marketing cost. On Monday, the 10th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Denver decided against James William Avery, who sought to deduct over $300,000 spent on his high-speed hobby, according to Law360. Avery, who relocated to Indiana from Colorado in 2003 but continued his legal practice in Colorado, sought to grow his client base in his new home state. To achieve this, he began participating in car … Read more

Beloved South Bend Attorney Retires After 40-Year Career, Plans to Travel, Write, and Continue Helping Others

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South Bend, Indiana – After a remarkable 40-year career, prominent South Bend attorney Doug Small, a member of Foley & Small, has decided to retire. Reflecting on his longstanding journey, Small expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with wonderful colleagues and clients, adding that it was a privilege to assist a diverse range of individuals over the years. Born in Knox, Indiana, Small attended Indiana University for both his undergraduate and law degrees, ultimately passing the bar in 1983. He initially launched his legal career at Barnes & Thornburg in South Bend before co-founding … Read more