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What to do When You Get a Letter from the IRS

Posted on December 1, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Here are some tips to consider if you get a letter from the Internal Revenue Service: Don’t panic. Our law office is here to assist you. Read the letter. The letter often explains what the issue is. Respond to the … Continue reading →

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Divorce Must be Fair and Equitable, Not Equal

Posted on November 16, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Missouri law states that the division of property in a divorce by a Missouri court must be fair and equitable, but does not have to be equal.  The property division must take into account the education, employment, and income situation … Continue reading →

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Top 3 Debt Collection Companies

Posted on November 5, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

According to the ABA Journal, the biggest debt collection company is Encore Capital Group.  It is based in San Diego, grosses $1 billion per year in revenue, and owns Midland Funding and Asset Acceptance. The second biggest debt collection company … Continue reading →

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Fun Legal Statistics

Posted on November 3, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Here are some fun statistics according to the ABA Journal: A Michigan inmate was awarded $1,251 when he was not allowed to hug his wife goodbye after a visit. 5,767 U.S. Post Office employees were attacked by dogs in 2014. … Continue reading →

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Being Convicted of Passing a Bad Check

Posted on October 23, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

If you write a check that does not clear the bank, you can be charged with the crime of passing a bad check.  However, in order to be convicted of passing a bad check, the state must show that you … Continue reading →

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Types of Student Loans

Posted on October 21, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

There are generally five (5) types of student loans available to students and parents in order to help pay for college: Subsidized Stafford Loans – A government loan, usually has the lowest interest rate, but borrowers must meet strict income … Continue reading →

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No Lawyer = No Good Outcome

Posted on October 20, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

When charged with a crime, a person has the right to counsel.  However, that person can also waive their right to an attorney and proceed as their own attorney.  But acting as your own attorney can be dangerous because the … Continue reading →

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Bankruptcies are Down, but Repeat Filers are Up

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

In a recent 2014 bankruptcy report, it was determined that the number of bankruptcies filed in 2014 were lower than the number filed in 2013.  However, there were more repeat bankruptcy filers in 2014 than 2013. The report also stated … Continue reading →

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Missouri Offers Tax Amnesty Period

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

Missouri has allowed a tax amnesty for any penalties and interest for taxes accrued before January 1, 2015 as long as the past-due taxes are paid between September 1 and November 30.  The tax amnesty applies to income taxes, use … Continue reading →

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Appealing Your Court Decision

Posted on September 25, 2015 by Camron Hoorfar

In Missouri, you have ten (10) days from when a judgment becomes final in order to file an appeal with an Missouri appellate court. Usually a judgment becomes final within thirty (30) days from when the Judge issues their order. … Continue reading →

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