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1023-EZ User Fee Update
Approximately two years ago the IRS released Form 1023-EZ, a streamlined version of the IRS Form 1023 aimed to help small nonprofits apply for 501(c)(3) tax exempt status more easily. The 1023-EZ must be filed online after verifying eligibility using the 1023-EZ Eligibility Worksheet. Only certain organizations are qualified to… Continue
Regulation Crowdfunding
Birthed from the idea that a little from many can help small business ventures raise money, crowdfunding gives individuals the ability to pledge money to businesses in exchange for products. Regulation Crowdfunding went into effect in the U.S. on May 16, 2016, per new rules adopted by the Securities and… Continue
New DOL Overtime Regulations Released
On May 18, 2016, the Department of Labor released the final overtime regulation. Read GKH attorney Jeff Worley’s summary and recommendations here.
Peter Kraybill on B Corps
Recently attorney Peter Kraybill shared his thoughts on B corps for socially conscious businesses. View the complete LNP article here.
2016 Seminar Series
March 15, 2016 ·8:30-10:00 a.m. … Continue
Employment Opportunity
Gibbel Kraybill & Hess LLP seeks a full-time estate administration paralegal to work with attorneys in its 2933 Lititz Pike, Lancaster office. The ideal candidate will have experience with Lackner estate administration software, as well as excellent self-management and inter-personal skills. Email resume with references to gkhlaw@gkh.com.
Employment Law Update
A new employment resource is available from attorney Jeff Worley. View his October 2015 Employment Law update here.
Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Pregnant Employees: Young v. UPS
The Supreme Court recently issued a ruling which dramatically changes the accommodations that many employers provide to their employees. It is common for employers to provide accommodations, such as light duty, to employees who are eligible for workers’ compensation because of an on the job injury. Typically employers have not… Continue
Department of Labor Guidance Narrows the Definition of Independent Contractor
Earlier this summer, the DOL issued further guidance regarding the misclassification of employees as independent contractors. The DOL states that improperly classified employees do not “receive important workplace protections such as the minimum wage, overtime compensation, unemployment insurance, and workers’ compensation” and that misclassification “results in lower tax revenues for… Continue
Colorado Supreme Court Rules That Medical Marijuana Use Is Not Lawful Off-Duty Conduct
As the laws regarding marijuana loosen, employers are left with wondering whether they can enforce a zero tolerance drug policy. In Coats v. Dish Network the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that an employer may enforce a zero tolerance drug policy even in a state where recreational marijuana is legal. In… Continue