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That’s Insane! Part Four:

For another installment of insane world of tax deductions, we take a look at, now aptly name, Chesty Love. This exotic dancer was able to successfully sue the IRS for her new breast implants to be considered a business deduction. … Continue reading

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That’s Insane! Part Three:

Our series of ridiculous tax avoidance tactics continues with corrupt businessman William Zack and his illegal bribes. Mr. Zack ran several companies throughout the years that apparently weren’t making him enough money. In 1984, he began doing business with Ford … Continue reading

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That’s Insane! Part Two:

Next up in our series of crazy ways people have legally avoided taxes is Jan Van Dusen, the definition of a crazy cat lady. At one point, Ms. Van Dusen had taken in so many cats that she was caring … Continue reading

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That’s Insane! Part One:

This series will outline some of the most insane ways people have legally avoided paying taxes. Remember, these posts are just to give you a glimpse into the sometimes odd thinking of the US Tax Court, not to give you … Continue reading

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Ways to Get Paid

While there are many ways to pay the IRS, there are only a few methods to get money out of the IRS. The first method, direct deposit, is the most popular and most-favored by taxpayers.  It is a free service … Continue reading

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Asserting the Defense of Failure to State a Claim

A Plaintiff in a lawsuit, the person who started the lawsuit, has failed to state a claim up on which relief can be granted if, assuming their allegations are true, the Plaintiff has failed to describe facts on which the … Continue reading

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When Do Child Support Modifications Take Effect

An order modifying a child support order is only retroactive to the date the prevailing party made the request. This means that a child support order can only modify child support up to when the modification request was made.  Any … Continue reading

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Types of Court Bonds

Here is a small list of bonds that you may come across in your lifetime: Appeal Bond – A bond that is filed with the court by someone who has a judgment against them in order to stop the judgment … Continue reading

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Don’t Take My Kids

Everyone’s main priority, including the State’s, is always to make sure that children are in a safe environment. In Missouri, courts are allowed to assume authority over a child if there is evidence of neglect concerning the child’s needs and … Continue reading

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Prosecutor under Fire in Orlando

This story is seen countless times in the celebrity world – in the heat of the moment, a post or tweet is made that immediately creates backlash. Most recently, Assistant State’s Attorney Kenneth Lewis of the Orange-Osceola State Attorney’s Office … Continue reading

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