Jail Time for Failure to Pay Payroll Taxes

Figures from 2010 show that 83 percent of personal tax liability convictions forced the offender to serve jail time, and the average sentence was two years. It is also important to note that these figures were all-time highs, which suggests the IRS is becoming even...

What Are The Different Taxes Withheld?

Employers withhold taxes from their employees’ paychecks and hand this money over to the various tax agencies. These deductions include:Federal Income Tax: The rate of tax is based on the tables found in Publication 15.Social Security Tax: The tax rate for Social...

Quick Guide to Employment Taxes

This guide relates to the payroll taxes paid by employers. If you are self-employed, you need to check out the IRS Self-Employed Individuals Tax Center to discover your tax obligations. Typically, employers calculate gross monthly earnings of employees before making...