You may know that federal charges of tax evasion or failure to file a tax return are based specifically on a willful failure to file. We mentioned in a previous blog that with tax seasons right around the corner, anxiety levels for many people are running high. “Did I file my taxes correctly? Did I […]
3 Reasons to Call a Tax Fraud Lawyer
February 1, 2017 by ·
With tax season right around the corner, more and more people are beginning to have questions about tax fraud in Newark. For many people, tax time is met with one of two emotions–excitement or dread. Those who are excited are the ones who are expecting to get some money back on their tax returns while […]
Unexpected Consequences Of Tax Evasion Every Taxpayer Should Know
February 27, 2016 by ·
Tax evasion is what’s known as a white collar crime, but that doesn’t mean you have to be a business executive or Wall Street stock broker to be found guilty of it. In fact, there are many regular people who find themselves in need of a tax evasion lawyer every year. To determine whether or […]
“I Never Received My W-2”
February 24, 2016 by ·
Every year tax season comes and employers mail at their W-2. But what if your W-2 never arrives? W-2 are required to be in the mail by January 31st of each year but for various reasons some W-2s never reach their destination. Here are the steps you should take to avoid being contacted by […]
3 Tax Mistakes Most Couples Make After Getting Married
February 11, 2016 by ·
After celebrating a wedding with friends and family, and enjoying the honeymoon, no couple turns to each other and says “let’s find a tax evasion lawyer.” Unfortunately, a lack of understanding about how marriage changes your tax status could wind up with felony charges and even prison time. The best way to make sure that […]
Unexpected Consequences Of Tax Evasion Every Employer Should Know
February 5, 2016 by ·
Owning a business seems like the ultimate achievement, but it’s one that comes with a lot of responsibility. Not only do you are you obligated to perform certain duties for your customers and vendors, you also have certain obligations to your employees that cannot be ignored. These obligations include offering a fair wage, providing a […]
Simple Defenses Against A Tax Evasion Charge
January 27, 2016 by ·
Although the IRS will generally not pursue negligent taxpayers, they take tax evasion crimes very seriously. Tax evasion is a type of tax fraud, and it’s exactly what it sounds like: the intentional avoidance of paying taxes. A person being charged with tax evasion will find little sympathy for weak defenses such as not […]
Three Qualities You Need In A Defense Attorney
January 23, 2016 by ·
If you’re facing a criminal charge, the most important step you can take is to call an appropriate defense attorney. For serious, complex charges such as tax evasion or other tax fraud charges, the attorney you choose needs to have a few specific qualities in order to give you the best possible result. If you’re […]
The Difference Between Tax Fraud & Negligence
January 3, 2016 by ·
Tax fraud is a serious crime, but what if you make an honest mistake on your taxes? Don’t worry. The IRS realizes that the tax code can be difficult for the typical person to understand. Auditors are trained to separate tax errors between two categories: tax fraud and tax negligence. While the former of these […]
Don’t Panic If You Can’t Pay Your Taxes
December 16, 2015 by ·
Crimes like tax evasion are very serious, but what if you just can’t afford to pay your taxes? The IRS recognizes that a simple inability to pay should not be treated the same way as a failure to file or a false return. There are procedures and programs in place to keep you and the […]
