A parent can structure a gift of $1 million to a child today so that neither the child nor the parent will pay any tax.
A common misconception is that a person is limited in the amount of gifts he or she can give to friends or family. The truth is that there are no limits. 

Open communication is the key to success in personal and professional relationships. It’s also critical in maintaining a healthy corporate culture. 

At the core of Cleanup to Clean Energy is DOE's proposal to use up to 14,000 acres of excess lands at the Hanford site for the deployment of new sources of carbon-free power – something we inherently support and believe has great promise for our region. But the matter of concern is DOE’s requirement that any such projects be removed prior to the end of the cleanup mission.

Washington is known worldwide for its apples, but our state is also among the nation’s top producers of hops, cherries, grapes, potatoes and wheat, among other crops. Yet each year’s harvest reveals a complex landscape of challenges and opportunities for our state’s agriculture industry.

Total manufacturing employment in Benton County grew by 16%, and by 23% in Franklin County. In the combined two counties, the gain amounted to 19%.

Let's talk noncompete agreements. How do the two rules from Washington and the FTC line up, and what are the applicable exemptions to the general rule that bans them?

It’s become increasingly important that employers engage with policymakers, both in Olympia and Washington, D.C.

Honoring our flag is integral to remembering America’s core values.

Open communication is the key to success in personal and professional relationships. It’s also critical in maintaining a healthy corporate culture. 

After years of financial mismanagement and controversy, the decision by the Pasco City Council to disband the beleaguered Downtown Pasco Development Authority reflects a commitment to accountability and transparency. It also provides an opportunity to set things right – and perhaps rebuild public trust.