“But I’m not a criminal?” “I didn’t mean to deceive the IRS.” “I just didn’t understand the relevant tax laws.” These statements and many others like them are uttered to the IRS every year. And in many cases, these statements are true. It is extremely common for...
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Tax Fraud
What should you know about tax fraud?
Fraud probably never factors into the thought process of the Americans who faithfully file their annual tax returns and make payments accordingly. Although it can be difficult to satisfy delinquent tax liability, most individuals recognize its legality and, therefore,...
Tattling isn’t welcome as a child, but may hold rewards for adults
Despite disagreements about countless matters, Americans typically agree on two things: Filing taxes is the last thing anyone wants to do It's best to avoid dealing with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Regardless of whether your paychecks total $50,000 per year or...
Could your ignorance be viewed as tax fraud
The federal income tax filing deadline is not for a few months, so dealing with the IRS may not be at the forefront for you in January, but your actions between now and then could subject you to civil or criminal penalties.This is because there may be a difference...
Sage advice for those looking for tax counsel
Of all the reality shows on television, it is no coincidence that there is no reality show depicting the trials of tax attorneys. This is likely because there is hardly anything glamorous about litigating tax issues or guiding clients through tax disputes. This would...
Reality star facing criminal tax charges
When most people think about the issues that exist regarding tax matters, they are usually concerned about how much additional money they will need to come up with to cover amounts owed and financial penalties. While this may be the end result for some individuals, in...