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Resisting Arrest is Grounds for a Search

In Missouri, the courts have ruled that resisting arrest is grounds for a police officer to search the person who tried to resist and their immediate surroundings for any illegal items or evidence. If you have been charged with a … Continue reading

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When a Guardian Ad Litem is Needed

Missouri law requires that a Guardian Ad Litem be appointed to represent the children in a family law case when there are allegations of child abuse or child neglect.  Without an allegation of abuse or neglect, a Guardian Ad Litem … Continue reading

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Bank Bad Deeds in Bankruptcy

The National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys has recently listed several actions that, if taken by a bank or mortgage services, constitutes an abuse of the mortgage servicing rules when a debtor is in bankruptcy.  Here are some of the … Continue reading

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Abating Child Support

A person can ask a Missouri court to abate (undo or reduce) their child support if certain conditions are met.  One condition that qualifies is that the person is denied their right to court-ordered visitation with the child.  Another condition … Continue reading

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Motions for Summary Judgment

When served with a Missouri lawsuit and you receive a motion for summary judgment, you must show that that there are disputed material facts that the court must decide upon.  If you do not respond to the motion for summary … Continue reading

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IRS Penalty for Un-filed Retirement Plan Returns

Businesses that fail to file the required annual retirement plan return can face penalties up to $15,000 per return.  However, there is a special IRS program that allows some businesses to decrease the penalty to a maximum $1,500. If you … Continue reading

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Getting a DUI When You Are Under the Legal Limit

It is possible to get a DUI when you are under the legal limit when you are initially tested.  If the police take you to the station and you are tested again and the results are above the legal limit, … Continue reading

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2016 Best Tax Preparer in Lee’s Summit

We were just named the “2016 Best Tax Preparer in Lee’s Summit” by the National Directory of Registered Tax Return Preparers and Professionals. We could not be happier to receive this honor and look forward to continuing success within the … Continue reading

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Tax Benefits that have been Extended for 2015

On December 18, 2015, President Obama signed into law the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act (PATH Act). The new law extends the following tax benefits: Additional Child Tax Credit – The income threshold limit was changed from $10,000, indexed … Continue reading

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Money Savings Tips for Your Utility Bill

Due to an abundant supply of natural gas and oil, the price to heat your home should be cheaper than last year.  However, in order to save even more money, here are a few tips for improving your utility bill: … Continue reading

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