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Texas Supreme Court Clarifies Limits on Business Fiduciary Duties

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On February 21, 2025, the Supreme Court of Texas delivered a significant ruling in the case of Pitts v. Rivas, addressing the issue of fiduciary duties within professional relationships. The Court concluded that no fiduciary...more

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Representing Taxpayers in Sensitive Audits: A Look at the Fundamental Challenges of an Eggshell Audit

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Sensitive audits present the tax practitioner with unique challenges.  They require the exercise of judgment and discretion, as well as an understanding of administrative procedure and even a command of constitutional and...more

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Global Accountants’ Liability Update - October 2019

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The Netherlands - Breach of an accountant’s duty of care does not always lead to civil liability - In the period of 2001-2002, two accountants drafted a company’s financial statements at the request of the owner who...more

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