by Sandra Mertens | Feb 8, 2018 | GCK on Law
Given the complexity of the U.S. tax system, it is not surprising that most taxpayers fear IRS on some level. Many of our clients are often overwhelmed by the idea of having to deal with a tax issue, no matter how simple. If you happen to receive a letter or notice...
by Sandra Mertens | Jan 12, 2018 | GCK on Law
Effective January 1, 2018, the Illinois Department of Revenue will begin maintaining its own public registry for notices of tax liens, ending the longstanding practice of recording the liens with the local county recorder’s office. The new laws were enacted as the new...
by Sandra Mertens | Jan 3, 2018 | GCK on Law
Effective July 1, 2017, Chicago employers are now subject to new paid sick leave laws. Employers with one or more employees must now provide paid sick leave to most employees, including temporary and part-time employees. The law requires that employers accrue at least...
by Sandra Mertens | Dec 29, 2017 | GCK on Law
Employers located within the State of Illinois must keep up with the ever-changing federal, state, county, and local employment laws. For example, minimum wage laws are published federally through the Fair Labor Standards Act (29 U.S.C. §206), statewide through...
by Sandra Mertens | Dec 4, 2017 | GCK on Law
Clients often balk at the cost of hiring a qualified and experienced attorney to prepare their estate plan when so many low cost options exist on the internet. The cost of an online form can be as low as $60 or $100, while attorney’s fees to prepare an estate plan...
