Frivolous Appeals

Posted on May 15, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Be careful of your actions if you decide to appeal a court case.  A Missouri appeals court has recently ruled that a frivolous appeal by someone can warrant a court sanction against the appealing party.  In the Ampleman v. Dish Network appellate case, Mr. DIshman had to pay DIsh Network $1,500 to reimburse Dish Network for their attorney fees when Mr. Dishman’s appeal had no merit and should not have occurred.  If you are facing a trial or thinking of appealing a case, feel free to contact our law office at 816-524-4949 or visit our website at www.Hoorfarlaw.com.

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Divorce and Fake Income

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

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During a divorce, a court can impute, or make-up, income for a person if they are unemployed or have retirement accounts.  There are very specific and complicated rules for when income should be imputed or not imputed, so if you are facing a divorce contact our office at 816-524-4949 or at Hoorfarlaw.com.

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DWIs and Asking for a Lawyer

Posted on May 12, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

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When stopped for a DWI or DUI, if you refuse a chemical test, then you will be written up for a DUI refusal.  But, there is one exception to that rule.  Missouri law allows a driver twenty (20) minutes to contact a lawyer before being tested.  If you get pulled over and are worried about getting a DUI or DWI, contact our office at 816-514-4949 or www.Hoorfarlaw.com.

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Making Sure You Have a Valid Parenting Plan

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

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Missouri law requires that every parenting plan involving school-aged children to address school holidays. Parenting plans also must involve a dispute resolution provision to resolve any disputes between the parents.  If you have a parenting plan that does not conform with Missouri law, or you are unhappy with your custody situation, contact our office at 816-524-4949 or www.Hoorfarlaw.com.

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The Low-Down on Credit Scores

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

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Credit scores range from 350 to 850.  The higher the score, the better you look to creditors.  Your score is based on numerous factors, including: payment history, your income, the amount of total debt, past due balances, forgiven debts, lawsuits, and the length of your credit history.  Be sure to check your credit score for free, once a year, through the website www.annualcreditreport.com.  If you see an error on your credit report, contact the credit bureau to try and correct the error.

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Hiding Money from the IRS Offshore

Posted on May 6, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

The IRS views hiding money or assets in unreported offshore accounts as a tax scam.  However, the IRS offers an Offshore Voluntary Disclosure Program to allow taxpayers to report their offshore money or assets in an attempt to avoid criminal actions taken against them.  However, the rules regarding the voluntary disclosure program can be confusing and complicated.  If you have unreported money or assets offshore, feel free to contact our law office at 816-524-4949 or www.Hoorfarlaw.com.

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Being an Offending Sex Offender

Posted on May 5, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Missouri law requires that any person who is on the federal sex registry must also be on the Missouri sex registry.  By the way, the federal Sex Offender Registration Act also requires that a federal sex offender register for the Missouri sex registry.  Therefore, either way, you are stuck being on the Missouri sex registry.  Before you plead guilty to a sex crime or sexual offense, feel free to contact our law office at 816-524-4949 or visit our website at www.Hoorfarlaw.com.

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Foreclosure Equals Loss of Ownership

Posted on April 30, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

When a foreclosure occurs, the mortgagor (the person who borrowed the money for the house) loses their interest in the property.  The mortgagee (the lending institution or bank) takes the property back and sells it to the highest bidder.  The highest bidder gets title to the property at the close of the foreclosure sale and the bidder can be the bank or anyone else.  In Missouri, a foreclosure sale can occur without the courts or a Judge getting involved.  In Kansas, a foreclosure cannot occur until a Judge has signed off and approved the sale.  If you are facing a foreclosure and want to know your options, feel free to contact our law office at 816-524-4949 or visit our website at www.Hoorfarlaw.com.

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Being a Terminated Parent

Posted on April 29, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Before the courts take away your parental rights, the courts should give notice of your offending actions and give you sufficient time to fix or amend your ways.  However, if you fail to take corrective measures, a court may terminate your parental rights and take your child or children away from you.  If you are dealing with a court trying to take your child or children away, feel free to contact our law office at 816-524-4949 or visit our website at www.Hoorfarlaw.com.

 

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Tips about Tipping the IRS

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Here are a few tips about paying your taxes:

  1. Never send cash. The IRS accepts checks and electronic payments, including debit or credit cards.
  2. You can pay the IRS through direct withdrawal of your bank account using the IRS Direct Pay method.
  3. If you have someone assist you with your tax return, be sure to ask them how you can pay your tax bill.
  4. If you pay the IRS by debit or credit card, the IRS will hit you with a processing fee.
  5. If you pay the IRS processing fee, you can deduct it on next year’s tax return.
  6. Make your check, money order, or cashier’s check payable to U.S. Treasury.
  7. Be sure to include your social security number on your check, money order, or cashier’s check so the IRS applies your payment to your tax bill.
  8. If you are mailing your payment to the IRS, be sure to include Form 1040-V.
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