Pennsylvania Employment Law Blog


Posts focus on practical information for those dealing with labor and employment and human resource issues.

Author: The blog is published by Russell, Krafft & Gruber in Lancaster, Pa.

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Recent Posts from Pennsylvania Employment Law Blog


  • First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Extended Into 2010 and Now Available to Certain Existing Homeowners

    In a previous post, the 2009 Homebuyer Credit Extension and Related Divorce Issues, and in a more recent post, I discussed a possible extension of the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit, which was applicable only to…

  • Update on the COBRA Subsidy and When it Will End

    We have posted on the 65% COBRA subsidy several times since the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) was enacted.  ARRA provided for a premium subsidy for COBRA continuation health benefits to "assistance eligible individuals." …

  • Extension Pending on First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit

    CNN is reporting that the Senate will likely extend the credit through April of 2010.  In addition, they are also planning on adding a $6,500 credit for current homeowners who have lived in their current…

  • Will the Federal Estate Tax Go Away in 2010?

    Many of you may remember that back in 2001, Congress enacted legislation that was supposed to have repealed the Federal Estate Tax (the "FET"). However, anyone familiar with the Tax Reconciliation Act of 2001 (the "Act")…

  • What Happens if You Refuse a Breathalyzer or Blood Test after a DUI Arrest?

    In a previous blog post, I addressed how in cases of driving under the influence, the blood alcohol content ("BAC") of the offender affects the severity of the sentences. Clearly, obtaining an accurate measurement of BAC…

  • Training Session for Certified New Homesale Professionals

    On September 29, 2009, Matt Grosh and I served as faculty members at a training session for Certified New Home Sales Professionals, which was held at the Lancaster County Association of Realtors. The three-day training…

  • Residential Energy Tax Credits

    Many of you have received marketing materials from contractors of various types encouraging you to take advantage of recent changes to the rules regarding residential energy tax credits.   This opportunity to make your home more energy efficient…

  • 2009 Home Buyer Credit Extension and Related Divorce Issues

    Back in July I wrote about the first-time homebuyer tax credit that applies to home sales occurring before December 1, 2009. However, there is some great news for prospective homeowners unable to squeeze in a purchase…

  • Using Form 990 as a Fundraising Tool

    Tax-exempt and nonprofit organizations can now find a marketing opportunity in an unusual place, their tax return. It's no secret that people generally hate filling out tax returns almost as much as they hate paying…

  • Business Record Retention Schedule

    I have compiled a record retention schedule to help guide my clients in determining when to dispose business records. Please note that this list serves only as a guide and special circumstances could alter any…