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Estate Planning after Divorce
Despite best efforts to provide reasonable solutions to the problems that arise when divorce interferes with an estate plan, the Pennsylvania statutes do leave room for interpretation. Nuanced issues not addressed by statute have been resolved by the courts, though not always in the manner one might expect. Therefore, the best practice, other than simply surviving the divorce, is to make your intentions clear by updating your estate plan immediately after a decree of divorce has been entered or, better yet, as soon as grounds for divorce have been established.
Pocono Community Theater: Standing Ovation or Rotten Tomatoes?
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania recently issued a decision that adds to the patchwork of law pertaining to purely public charities. The case involved the Pocono Community Theater in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, which was organized to present “independent and art films offering a unique cinematic experience” and to promote “local… Continue
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