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The Largest Tax Debt in History
Although this took place in 2007, it remains to date the largest amount owed in back taxes. Telecommunications mogul Walter Anderson was sentenced in 2007 for failing to pay a whopping $200 million in taxes to the IRS. Although in 1996 he earned over $126 million, his federal return showed only $67,
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 7, 2016Owner of First Touch Payment Solutions Co. Has the Last Touch of His Worker’s Employment Taxes
A resident of Germantown, TN, Larry Thornton was sentenced to one year in prison and ordered to pay more than $10 million in restitution for failing to pay more than $8 million in employment taxes. Thornton owned 2 companies, First Touch Payment Solutions, a credit card processing company and Softwa
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 4, 2016North Carolina Man Goes to Great Lengths Not to Pay IRS
Billy Floyd, of Monroe, NC was indicted on charges of interfering with the due administration of the Internal Revenue laws and filing false tax returns. It was alleged that Floyd filed amended tax returns for the years 2000-2002 showing his tax liability reduced to zero. In 2010 he again filed amend
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 2, 2016
We have our lives back ~ Eric
We have our lives back ~ Eric When I first brought my troubles to Greg, he sat down and talked with me and helped to put my mind at ease. He then proceeded to work on resolving the issues. I am supremely satisfied with the results Greg and his team arranged for my family and […]
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Garnishment reversed next day…helped me get through trying time ~ Lou
Garnishment reversed next day…helped me get through trying time ~ Lou I had a health issue that I swore had to do with the constant certified letters and threats from the IRS. One Sunday at our parish I picked up the church circular and saw Greg's small ad. I called first thing Monday morning, we […
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Very close to final positive agreement ~ Daniel
Very close to final positive agreement ~ Daniel I hired Mr. McCauley's firm to help me with IRS Tax problems. Mr. McCauley is working on this problem with very good results. I have used a firm from California in the past with poor results. The case is not closed yet, but getting very close to […]
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016They truly saved my life ~ Don
They truly saved my life ~ Don I was recommended to Greg by a very successful builder who had serious IRS problems and was helped by Greg to get the IRS off his back. When I called Greg's office I spoke to his wife Maureen who asked me many great questions and calmed me down and […]
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Kept me out of jail
Kept me out of jail Greg helped me get out of a "Taxjam." I owed a ton of money to the IRS and State, and Greg resolved the issues and kept me out of jail. He also got the amount of money I owed lowered significantly. I would definitely recommend Greg to anyone in a […]
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Saved me over $75,000 ~ Lisa
Saved me over $75,000 ~ Lisa Greg is a great lawyer! He was very helpful with my legal issue. He took the time to explain what was going on and always answered any questions that I had. Greg was always available and would always get back to me. The best part is that he won my […]
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Greg was the best recommendation I ever received
Greg was the best recommendation I ever received Greg was recommended by my accountant. He has been working with me on a very complex situation with the IRS. He has been my advocate and handled this in a very professional manner, obtaining breathing room for me,with a well defined objective.Greg alw
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Saved my house and my sanity ~ Robert
Saved my house and my sanity ~ Robert I could not say enough thanks to Greg. The IRS said I owed them a ton of money. They put a hold on my bank accounts and started taking money out of my paycheck. Greg saved me from losing my house and got my paychecks back. Without […]
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Excellent Communication ~ Holly F.
Excellent Communication ~ Holly F. Greg McCauley, Greg Jr., and staff are fantastic to work with! Excellent communication! Thank you!
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Easy to work with ~ Brian M.
Easy to work with ~ Brian M. McCauley Law Offices were so helpful and easy to work with, I have and will continue to use and refer them to all my friends!!!!
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016I can think of no one who could handle this situation better ~ Michael S.
I can think of no one who could handle this situation better ~ Michael S. During the past five years I have been working with Greg McCauley on a very complicated tax situation. I can think of no one who could handle this situation better. He is quick to respond and very diligent.
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Outcome was better than I ever expected ~ Matt M.
Outcome was better than I ever expected ~ Matt M. Great lawyer. Was very upfront and was always there communicating and keeping your case his number one priority. In my case, the outcome was better than I ever expected.
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Outstanding job ~ Mark C.
Outstanding job ~ Mark C. I want to thank Greg and his colleagues at McCAULEY Law for an outstanding job with getting my parents with a very satisfying OIC … The end result was better than I have expected . I would recommend them to family and friends for tax related issues
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Helped me through a very difficult time…you will not be disappointed ~ Crystal N.
Helped me through a very difficult time…you will not be disappointed ~ Crystal N. McCauley Law Offices helped me through a very difficult time in my life dealing with tax issues. His team fought very hard to get an Offer in Compromise for me that was very affordable and easy to maintain. They stayed
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Professional, knowledgable, and calming ~ Jim F.
Professional, knowledgable, and calming ~ Jim F. McCauley Law Offices are THE very best! A couple of years ago some other firm had misled me and got me into even bigger trouble with the IRS and took money from me ,in addition to the bad advice. I was hesitant but felt I had no choice […]
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Best Lawyer in Philadelphia ~ Amanda S.
Best Lawyer in Philadelphia ~ Amanda S. When I needed the best lawyer in Philadelphia to handle a sophisticated real estate case that not only had over 200,000 documents but they were also in English and French. I needed Gregory McCauley. As a well-known handwriting expert [Sandy Stevens, CDE] I nee
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Exceptional Service ~ Mate D.
Exceptional Service ~ Mate D. The McCauley Law Offices provide exceptional services on par with many of the larger firms in this practice area, both personal and corporate, of which I am familiar. If you've had any exposure to this practice area for whatever reason, you will quickly recognize the va
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Connecticut Man Faces Prison Term for Hiding Income in Panama
Saul Hyatt, from Weston CT., pleaded guilty to one count of concealing over $1.5 million in income by using an undeclared bank account in Panama. Hyatt registered a Panamanian Corporation, The Centennial Group, which bought and sold duty-free alcohol and tobacco products. Both products were shipped
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readNov 1, 2016Year End Tax Planning Tips
Here are some of the most important, according to AccountingToday, 2016 tax-planning considerations for individuals: Accelerate Deductions and Defer Income: It sometimes makes sense to accelerate deductions and defer income. There are plenty of income items and expenses you may be able to control. C
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•4 min readOct 31, 2016IRS Announces 2017 Pension Plan Limitations
The IRS has released cost-of-living adjustments for the dollar limitations for pension plan contributions and other retirement-related items for tax year 2017. The contribution limit for 401(k)s remains unchanged, at $18,000 for 2017. However, income ranges for eligibility to make deductible contrib
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•2 min readOct 29, 2016Check Cashing Store Owner Sees Dead People and Cashes Their Tax Refund Checks
Owner, Junior Jean Baptiste, of a North Miami check cashing store named Surveillance Masters, was convicted of numerous crimes including theft of government funds, or plainly stated he cashed in other peoples’ tax refund checks. Evidence presented at court showed that from 2009 to 2011, Baptiste kno
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readOct 28, 2016How To Request Your Own IRS Transcripts
When negotiating a deal with the IRS it is extremely important to have all of the facts. The IRS knows everything about you and your past filings, so shouldn't you too? In all matters that we handle with the IRS, we ALWAYS request the taxpayers, or business' IRS transcripts. While we have a special
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readOct 27, 2016Are You Withholding Properly?
If you are a W-2 employee, the IRS Withholding Calculator can help you determine whether you need to give your employer a new Form W-4, Employee's Withholding Allowance Certificate to avoid having too much or too little Federal income tax withheld from your pay. The IRS tool will also help you fill
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readOct 26, 2016Employers Face New W-2 Deadline; IRS To Delay Some Refunds
Employers and small businesses have a new January filing deadline for W-2s, the Internal Revenue Service warned, adding that it must also hold some refunds until Feb. 15. A new federal law accelerates the W-2 filing deadline for employers to Jan. 31. The new law also requires the IRS to hold refunds
Gregory McCauley Jr., Esq.•1 min readOct 25, 2016Showing 784–810 of 825 articles
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