Tax Law Blog

For taxpayers with significant tax debt, an Offer in Compromise (OIC) may sound like a pretty good deal. An OIC provides an opportunity to reduce your tax liability—but it is by no means free.

It is no secret that the ultra-wealthy generally make use of tax-avoidance strategies. Paying less tax means more wealth accumulated. Recent information leaked from offshore tax havens reveals some of the ways the wealthy keep their money in the...

Depending upon their use, corporate tax havens are a sensation or a scourge. Tax havens offer a low- or no-tax option for corporations and wealthy individuals looking to shelter assets from an unstable economy or as a tax buffer for substantial...

For some, tax liability takes a backseat to the onrush of life. If you are a taxpayer in New York, it is important to be aware of enforcement tools in the hands of the tax authorities.

An ongoing trial in New York City focused on criminal tax fraud continues with trial delays due to COVID-19.

Internal company investigations are common. Most of these white-collar investigations are conducted and concluded. Others make headlines. If you receive an Upjohn warning as a result of an internal investigation, it is important to understand what...

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) just wrapped up its list of the top 12 tax scams for this year.

Smishing—have you heard of it? The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) is warning tax professionals and taxpayers about a recent boost in texting scams designed to capture financial information.

After years of speculation, a Spanish judge recently authorized a trial on charges of tax fraud against pop singer Shakira.

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) recently announced relief from penalties in certain cases for tax years 2019 and 2020. If you filed your return prior to September 30 of this year, you may see a failure to file (FTF) penalty removed from your...