Georgia residents who are dealing with IRS issues may be interested in some information on our firm's tax law practice and how it may be able to provide help. Without effective representation, actions by the IRS may seriously affect your finances. When your taxes have...
IRS Issues
Some information about tax liens
If a Georgia taxpayer fails or neglects to pay a tax debt, the IRS may place a federal tax lien on the taxpayer's property. For the lien to be put into effect, the IRS must first assess a tax liability and make a demand for payment from the taxpayer. If the payment is...
The possible consequences of not filing a tax return
Many Georgia residents are likely concerned about the fiscal state of the nation. Mounting deficits and rising government spending are legitimate causes of concern, but a September 2014 U.S. Tax Court decision may serve as a reminder that not filing a tax return as a...
What is an IRS levy?
An IRS levy is action taken by the federal government to seize property, bank accounts and wages, among other assets, legally in order to satisfy a taxpayer's tax liability. If the taxpayer has not paid or arranged with the IRS to pay a tax burden, the government...
Avoiding a tax lien in Georgia
Comedian Chris Tucker recently settled a tax case with the IRS for more than $14 million. A representative for Tucker said that it was due to poor management and business practices. While mistakes may be made by anyone, a taxpayer generally has several chances to...
Health care tax credits could affect refunds when income rises
Atlanta taxpayers may be interested in some of the possible effects of IRS health care tax credits. In some cases, these credits may seriously affect a person's expected tax refund. Almost 7 million U.S. households are taking advantage of health care tax credits under...
Judge rules against man trying to recover $16 million in taxes
Georgia residents may be interested in the case of a Mexican man who tried unsuccessfully to recover millions that the IRS had deducted from his gambling winnings. The man struck it big in Las Vegas between 2007 and 2010 playing high-limit slot machines, but a...
Former NFL quarterback owes $13,000 in back taxes
Former NFL player Kordell Stewart has reportedly been served a notice of a tax lien from the state of Georgia. The former quarterback owes the state more than $13,000 for back taxes and accrued interest. Before getting in trouble with the state, Stewart was reportedly...
Examining what it means to make a willful violation of tax law
Georgia residents may be interested in an article discussing what the IRS views as willful violations versus innocent mistakes. This standard may be different than what most taxpayers think and the consequences can be harsh if careful attention is not paid. The IRS...
New law provides IRS access to overseas accounts
On July 1, the Internal Revenue Service will get a better idea of funds placed in American held accounts in foreign banks and institutions. In short, reporting money and investments abroad will not rely solely on the honor system anymore. Instead, foreign financial...



