Through every stage, childhood, audit room, controller’s office, or C-suite, the pattern was clear: growth is always a team effort. No single person, not even the owner, can do it all. The firms that thrive are the ones where everyone shares the mission, takes ownership, and trusts each other to play their part.

Kwong v. United States: A Pandemic-Era Decision That Could Reshape Tax Deadlines, Penalties, and Refund Opportunities
The 2025 court decision, Kwong v. United States, is quietly gaining traction among tax professionals for exactly these reasons. Its implications could be far-reaching, potentially opening the door to refund claims, penalty abatements, and revived tax deadlines that many assumed were long closed. But there’s a catch: the opportunity to act may be time-sensitive, and the window to preserve claims could begin closing in just a few short weeks. Here’s what the court actually decided and why it matters now.


