Our Thoughts On Archive

Informal Working Group Issues Findings on Ohio Severance Taxes

On October 22, 2015, the informal working group that was appointed by Governor John Kasich to study the severance tax climate in Ohio issued its findings

Affordable Care Act Reporting for Union Employees

Many employers are preparing themselves for their upcoming filing responsibilities under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). One area that has caused some uncertainty

IRS Encourages Taxpayers to Strongly Consider Voluntary Disclosure Programs

The Internal Revenue Service (the “IRS”) recently announced increasing participation in Offshore Compliance Programs and urged the U.S. taxpayers

New Rules Proposed for Substantiating Charitable Contributions

UPDATE to proposed treasury regulations. Currently, to claim a tax deduction for a charitable contribution, a taxpayer must obtain a contemporaneous written

Pennsylvania Budget Update November 2015

There are signs of progress in Pennsylvania’s budget standoff. On November 9, the Governor’s office and Legislature signaled potential agreement

IRS Phone Scams and What to do to Avoid Being Swindled

Recently, I received a voice message (on my work phone) from "IRS Agent White," who informed me that I have large outstanding balances with the