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1 Answer | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support, Family Law and Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: If we have joint custody then who get to file for taxes we are not together and baby lives with me the whole year

He does owe child support 620 but tries to stay current on his child support payments he skips his visits some time a month then pops up to show up 2 or 3 time a month I support more income for our child and now he is filing for contempt because I didn't proved him our child's social... View More

Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
answered on Mar 8, 2018

You need to look at your agreement. It is usually spelled out in the agreement who gets to claim the child and if he loses the right to claim the child if he is behind on child support payments.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: CT Gen Stat § 12-71c (2012) It seems I may be 6 months late with regard to arguing my case here.

My partner and I went down to the town's tax office the day we turned in our plates. Were told the taxes due would be around $18, considering the car was totaled 23 days after the "list date".

Fast forward 2.5 years, and we owe back taxes on the newer car. Now we find out we... View More

Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
answered on Nov 14, 2017

Do you have proof that you complied with the requirements of the Statute. If not, then you may be out of luck. Have you tried discussing this with the tax assesor in the town? That may be your only course of action available.

1 Answer | Asked in Family Law, Tax Law and Business Law for Connecticut on
Q: Can my boyfriend sue his uncle?

Uncle opened a business in boyfriend's name a few years ago. Uncle kicked him out later. Boyfriend asked to have his name removed. Uncle cut off all contact. IRS just took nearly $3000 out of boyfriend's bank account today. There is literally no other reason for the IRS to take the money... View More

Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
answered on Nov 14, 2017

Your boyfriend needs to set up a consultation with a tax attorney. Most of us offer a free consultation. Unfortunately there is not enough detail here to give you an accurate answer. This would likely be a very difficult matter to resolve on his own particularly if, as I suspect, this is due to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: My wages were garnished by the IRS due to back taxes the garnishment was stopped and I was since declared noncollecta

The case has been closed, am I allowed to claim the amount garnished on my tax return

D. Mathew Blackburn
D. Mathew Blackburn
answered on Mar 26, 2017

No, federal income taxes are not deductible.

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law, Municipal Law and Real Estate Law for Connecticut on
Q: How do I file an appeal with the superior Court over my town's unfair assessment of my property?

The town has unfairly assessed my property; I filled out the petitiion to the board of assessment appeals as required to be given a hearing, was never given a hearing, and simply received a letter that the decision was made that my appeal would be denied. No hearing. The letter says I can appeal... View More

Sally A. Roberts
Sally A. Roberts
answered on Aug 14, 2016

The time frame is jurisdictional and strictly construed. The appeals forms might be available online. I would consult an attorney in your town if you still have time so you can meet the deadline. The forms for administrative appeals are completely different that those for a civil action. For... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Tax Law for Connecticut on
Q: I claim my son for three years got the money its done. my sons father went & claimed him 7 got rejected what now?
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
Camlinh Nguyen Rogers
answered on Apr 5, 2015

Seek advice from an experienced tax attorney. Good luck. www.aba-us.com

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