Tax Law Blog

Even powerhouse conglomerates like Amazon are not immune when it comes to accusations of tax fraud, as a February 2026 investigation proves. Nor is every accusation of financial malfeasance originated by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS).

An accusation of tax fraud is daunting, to say the least. And for good reason, as the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) views the commission of any form of tax fraud as a serious crime. Each type of tax fraud carries penalties that range from civil to...

If you are preparing for an Internal Revenue Service (IRS) income tax audit or are already involved in the examination, it is important to understand how a routine tax audit can evolve into a criminal tax matter and what circumstances under which...

When most people hear “tax controversy,” they might picture a dramatic courtroom showdown or a high-stakes battle with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In reality, tax controversies can affect anyone, from individuals to multinational businesses,...

There are compliance, financial, and personal reasons why you should work with an experienced tax lawyer when challenged by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). In the moment, you may not understand the importance of legal counsel, but hindsight...

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit Court recently issued a ruling regarding fraudulent tax returns and how they can affect taxpayers many years later.

The mail today included a letter from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) informing you that you were selected for an audit. What now?

When charges of tax fraud are on the table, how does the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) approach proving someone guilty?

If you have engaged in tax evasion or other willful noncompliance, the IRS Criminal Investigation Voluntary Disclosure Practice (IRS-CI VDP) may provide a narrow window to mitigate the consequences. The program offers taxpayers an opportunity to...

For most mistakes, minor infractions, or errors, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will assess a penalty with interest. If the IRS believes a tax crime was committed, the outcome could be different.