Business Law Author

Adrian Mercer

Adrian Mercer is a business law attorney with expertise in antitrust law, competition law, and regulatory affairs. He has advised numerous companies on complex antitrust matters and has a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape.

Credentials

J.D., University of Michigan, M.A. in Economics

9+ yearsAntitrust LawCompetition Law

Articles by Adrian Mercer

Is a Car Taxed? Sales Tax, Property Tax & Deductions How to Verify a W-9: TIN Matching and B-Notices How to Become an Introducing Broker: Steps and Requirements Is Goodwill a Qualified Charitable Organization for Taxes?How to Fill Out Form 8379: Injured Spouse Allocation What Are Operational Risks? Causes, Types, and Examples Do I Need to File Taxes If I'm a Dependent?Can I Keep My US Bank Account While Living Abroad?Can You Pause 401(k) Contributions? Yes, Here's How Can a Certified Check Bounce? Yes—Here's When Does a W-9 Need to Be Signed? Rules and Exceptions How to Make an Offer on a Business: LOI and Key Terms How to Avoid the Federal Tax Underpayment Penalty How Much Down Payment for a Commercial Property: 10–30%?What Does FIRREA Stand For? Meaning and Key Rules When Are Taxes Due for Corporations: Deadlines & Penalties What Is Needed to Form an LLC and Stay Compliant Is an EIN Considered PII? Regulations and Exceptions How to Elect S Corp Status: Form 2553 and Deadlines What Is a Step Transaction? Doctrine, Tests & Tax Rules Are Pensions Invested in Stocks, Bonds, and More?Where to Find Your Taxpayer Identification Number Is Thrivent Financial a Fiduciary for All Services?Why Does Privacy.com Need My SSN: Federal Law How Does Builders Risk Insurance Work: Coverage and Costs Where to Report Excess 401(k) Contributions on Form 1040 Are Undeposited Funds Considered Cash? IRS and Tax Rules What Does Life Insurance in Force Mean? Active vs. Lapsed Do Banks Check Signatures on Checks and Who's Liable?Can a Foreigner Invest in the US Stock Market?