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KEPP Program – Landlords and Tenants Apply for up to $5,000 per household
Home has never been more important. Our homes have always provided shelter, but in the midst of the COVID pandemic, home has become so much more. Home is where we receive our health care, educate our children, conduct business, and connect virtually … Continue reading
Back-Shooting Not Defense
Statutes allow physical force in defense of another to the same extent as self-defense, which is the amount reasonably necessary when unlawful use of force reasonably looks imminent, but do not support deadly force in a simple assault and battery. … Continue reading
SEC Reports 700 Enforcement Actions in Fiscal 2020, ‘Significant’ During Telework Period
The head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said that the agency has brought 700 enforcement actions in the 2020 fiscal year, a ‘significant’ amount after March 15. In a virtual address kicking off “SEC Speaks 2020,” an … Continue reading
U.S. Railroad Amtrak Warns of 2,400 Additional Job Losses Without New Bailout
U.S. government-supported passenger railroad Amtrak said that without a new bailout it could be forced to cut more spending and train services, which could lead to the loss of another 2,400 jobs. In November, Amtrak told Congress it needs up … Continue reading
Too Late to Seek GAL
Statute mandates the appointment of a guardian ad litem for child when, and only when, the petition alleges abuse with specificity; pleading the appearance of unexplained bruises is too generalized.RAYMOND WINFREY, Respondent vs. CHEYENNE N. CAHALAN, AppellantMissouri Court of Appeals, … Continue reading
IRS extends Economic Impact Payment deadline to Nov. 21 to help non-filers
The Internal Revenue Service announced today that the deadline to register for an Economic Impact Payment (stimulus payment) is now Nov. 21, 2020. This new date will provide an additional five weeks beyond the original deadline. The IRS urges people … Continue reading
Repaying Salary After Arrest Isn’t Compensation for Loss and Isn’t Dischargeable
The obligation of a police officer to repay salary after being convicted of a crime is a nondischargeable debt, according to Bankruptcy Judge Kathryn C. Ferguson and District Judge Michael A. Shipp of Trenton, N.J. Affirming Judge Ferguson’s decision, the … Continue reading
Six tips for people starting a new business
Understanding the tax responsibilities that come with starting a business venture can save taxpayers money and help set them up for success. IRS.gov has the resources and answers to help people through the process of starting a new business. Here … Continue reading
IRS reminds taxpayers of the home office deduction rules during Small Business Week
During Small Business Week, Sept. 22-24, the Internal Revenue Service wants individuals to consider taking the home office deduction if they qualify. The benefit may allow taxpayers working from home to deduct certain expenses on their tax return. The home … Continue reading
Unrepentant Lender Slammed with $260,000 in Damages for an ‘Egregious’ Stay Violation
For an egregious violation of the automatic stay that “severely injured” the debtor, Chief Bankruptcy Judge Laura T. Beyer of Charlotte, N.C., imposed $260,000 in sanctions, given that the lender’s “behavior displayed a high degree of reprehensibility.” The October 6 … Continue reading