Many people believe that estate planning is for the wealthy. This misconception may arise from the fact that the estate tax exemption is higher than what most people have in their estates. However, even though your estate may not be subject to an estate tax, estate planning is still crucial
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Monthly Archives January 2018
The IRS and Individual Income Taxes
Every April 15, individual income taxes are filed and reviewed by the Internal Revenue Service. The IRS will either agree with what you’ve filed on your 1040 tax return and issue a refund OR the IRS will not agree with the information provided on your filed tax return and send a notice to
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The Rise of Online Gambling Prosecution
White Collar Federal Crimes are increasingly become a focal point for Department of Justice; from prosecution of corporations to a recently reinstituted practice of prosecuting individuals for a host of corporate-type activities. This, of course, includes securities fraud and other regulatory activities, as well as the more traditional white collar
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Understanding the Synthetic Analogue
What is an analogue or synthetic drug? They are often referred to as “designer drugs,” and are typically found at gas stations and convenience stores. The Controlled Substance Analogue Enforcement Act of 1986 defines analogue drugs as those where the chemical structure of the synthetic drug is substantially similar to
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Handling the Untouchables- Sex Offenses in a Modern Age
Sexual crimes, including those involving online activities are becoming more and more prevalent. Federal Sex Crimes involve stringent rules, high penalties, and the complete destruction of one’s personal life. Allegations alone can be devastating. Coupled with the embarrassment, the psychological trauma associated with these Federal and State Sex Offenses require
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