During their tenure, the joint-owners have endured a rough ride from supporters frustrated at the club's lack of success, culminating in last season's failure to secure a top-four finish and a place in the Champions League.
Even though there were varying levels of disagreement regarding the concept, Mr. Weiner was quick to point out that the MLBPA has been able to work with the owners on joint initiatives such as the World Baseball Classic and charitable efforts.
So is the idea that minority owners of Chinese joint ventures could be held liable for the actions of their partners, since Chinese law often limits foreign firms to minority stakes, and foreign shareholders frequently complain of being kept in the dark by the locals.
As the end of the Basel III comment period draws near, community bankers should join together with small business owners to send in joint letters of comment.
Ninety-five percent of all business entities declare business profits on their owners' personal tax returns, according to an August 2012 report from Congress's Joint Committee on Taxation.