Employers Must Use New Form I-9
U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has released a new version of Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification. As of January 22, 2017, employers must use the updated form. Federal law requires employers to hire only individuals who may legally work in the United States–either U.S. citizens or foreign citizens who have the necessary authorization. To […]
Montana Man Files False Income Tax Returns Using Personal Information Obtained from Craigslist
Steven D. Pjevach, former resident of Nevada and Montana pleaded guilty to one count of corruptly interfering with the administration of the internal revenue laws. Using personal information he obtained by placing false help wanted ads on Craigslist, including names and social security numbers, Pjevach filed false and fraudulent income tax returns. Pjevach also opened […]
Tariq El-Shabazz, Philadelphia DA Candidate Battles with IRS
Tariq El-Shabazz, a Democrat running for Philadelphia District Attorney, is starting his candidacy with questions arising over his tax debts. Philly.com reported that there are more than $190,000 in tax liens filed against him.  Mr. El-Shabazz has stated that he is in a payment agreement with the IRS but has refused to reveal how much he […]