Answer – NEVER talk to the police without consulting with an attorney first. Do I need a lawyer? If the police are asking you questions but you have not yet been charged with a crime – then it is time to hire a criminal defense lawyer. Hiring a lawyer before an arrest will often times
Read MoreIf I Can’t Pay My Taxes Should I Still File My Tax Return?
The short answer is YES – you should still file your return. If you cannot pay the full amount of the taxes you owe, you should still file your return by the deadline and pay as much as possible to avoid penalties and interest. You can learn more HERE. The penalty for NOT FILING your taxes can be much greater than for not
Read MoreNew Tax Laws Will Affect Spousal Support
In 2019 spousal support will not be a tax deduction. There may be time to finalize your divorce this year to maintain the benefit. A common alimony deduction will be eliminated for any divorce finalized after December 31, 2018. This new law is part of the Republican tax overhaul President Trump signed into law late
Read MoreCan The IRS Take Your Home or Business If I Didn’t Pay My Taxes?
Can The IRS Take Your Home or Business? The short answer is yes. The IRS is empowered to take a taxpayer’s home or business. The Internal Revenue Service Restructuring and Reform Act of 1998 extended the privilege to seize homes and businesses. However, the Act does provide a safety net for taxpayer’s owing $5,000 or less. If you
Read MoreWhy You Should Never Make Your Children Choose Their Parental Visitation Schedule
When deciding on parental visitation, parents should leave their children out of the conversation – you can learn more HERE! There are many reasons to keep children out of this decision making process assuming we are not discussing a situation with domestic violence or mental or emotional abuse allegations. Additionally, mental health professionals agree that getting
Read MoreWhat is the difference between an agreed (uncontested) divorce and a contested divorce?
Uncontested / Agreed Divorce An agreed divorce also known as an uncontested divorce can be done when both spouses agree to divorce. Basically – you both agree on the settlement terms of your divorce without a trial or court intervention. However, you must agree on ALL terms of the divorce. An uncontested divorce is not without
Read MoreWill I go to jail for not paying my taxes?
Tax season is almost no one’s idea of a good time. This particular time of the year has the relatively unique quality of imparting extreme frustration and stress over the relatively innocuous task of filing some paperwork. Even more than that, however, is the fear that if mistakes are made, the consequences could be disastrous.
Read MoreJudicial diversion may be possible for some defendants
People in Tennessee make mistakes from time to time. Some mistakes are innocent and can be rectified quickly, but others can have long-lasting effects that could affect the person for a long time. This is usually what is at stake when one is accused of breaking the law. Those who are convicted of breaking the
Read MoreBasic requirements to be deemed “disabled” for SSDI
There are many reasons why some Tennesseans are not working. Sometimes it is a voluntary choice not to work. Other times it is not. A person may be involuntarily out of work for a variety of reasons, but one of the main reasons is because the person is injured or has an illness that renders
Read MoreAdditional child expenses that are added to child support
Raising children in Tennessee can be expensive, as there are a number of costs associated with the process. Some of these costs are necessities such as food, clothing, and shelter. Others are optional and oftentimes are limited to what parents can afford. These include extracurricular activities, vacations, and other forms of entertainment. There are even
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