I’ve been accused of tax evasion. What should I do? No matter what you’ve been accused of, the most important thing you can do in order to protect your constitutional rights, including the potential for fines, probation, or even prison, is to secure a criminal defense attorney. Your criminal defense attorney’s job, of course, is […]
I’ve been accused of tax fraud. How can a defense attorney help me?
February 11, 2020 by ·
What is tax fraud? Tax fraud, or tax evasion, is the deliberate evasion of tax payments or the deliberate obfuscation of accurate tax assessments. Tax evasion can be conducted by individuals, corporations, or trusts. Typically tax fraud is done through the misrepresentation of the individual, corporation, or trust’s financial affairs to the Internal Revenue Service […]
All Of Your Tax Fraud Questions Answered
November 23, 2016 by ·
In our last blog, we covered a brief overview of tax fraud and the headache that tax fraud cases often come with for those who have been charged. Today we’ll go over some of the most commonly asked questions we get for those looking for a more comprehensive understanding of tax fraud. What is Tax Fraud? […]
An Overview of Tax Fraud
October 21, 2016 by ·
Here at the Law Offices of Robert J. DeGroot, we know exactly what kind of nightmare you might find yourself in if you’re facing charges for tax fraud. Hiring an attorney who mishandles your case can result in the headache of a lifetime. With nearly four decades of experience in handling cases, tax fraud lawyer […]
How The IRS Distinguishes Between Tax Fraud And Tax Negligence
September 30, 2016 by ·
According to the Internal Revenue Service, approximately 17 percent of all American taxpayers are guilty of some degree of tax fraud. Also according to the IRS, and perhaps somewhat surprisingly, 75 percent of those tax cheaters are individuals, not businesses. How Do People Commit Tax Fraud? It’s important to realize that there are two different […]
Tax Fraud Red Flags The IRS Is Looking For
September 18, 2016 by ·
Not wanting to pay more on your taxes than you have to is completely legal. That’s why we have thousands of accountants and tax preparation consultants in this country. Their job is to make sure that you pay only what Uncle Sam demands, and not a penny more. Wanting to keep money in your bank […]
Three Reasons to Hire an Experienced Tax Fraud Lawyer
July 1, 2016 by ·
There are a number of great criminal lawyers in Newark, NJ. Of that number, not all have the experience of tax fraud lawyer Robert J. DeGroot. With four decades of experience, he’s one of the attorneys in Newark with a track record of success. Here are the top three reasons you should choose an experienced […]
3 Questions to Ask Your Tax Fraud Lawyer
June 6, 2016 by ·
When it comes to tax fraud defense, we at the Law Offices of Robert J. DeGroot think that you should be in the know about your case. That’s why having a knowledgeable tax fraud attorney by your side can make all the difference. Here are the top three things you should consider asking a […]
We Hope the Man in This News Story Has a Good Tax Fraud Lawyer
May 18, 2016 by ·
Another person who could have used a tax fraud lawyer made the news recently. According to an article on patch.com, a consignment business owner named Barry Shevit was arrested for failing to pay $30,000 in state taxes. Shevitt allegedly failed to file a state income tax return for three consecutive years. The article states that […]
If You’ve Been Charged with Tax Fraud, Contact a Seasoned Tax Fraud Attorney
May 10, 2016 by ·
A recent story on CBS reports that a Minnesota nightclub bouncer will spend almost six years in prison for tax fraud. As we’ve previously mentioned, being charged with tax fraud can turn into a long-term headache if it’s not handled correctly. An Experienced Tax Fraud Attorney Can Help. According to the CBS article, after a […]
