claimed duaghter on taxes. Is mother entitled to half? not married.

Chicago, IL Viewed 19 times. Posted 4 months ago in Tax

I worked the year of 2008 as mother went to school. I claimed my duaghter in taxes and only my duaghter. i used most of the tax money as I had bills to pay. We Just went through a seperation and now she believes she is entitled to half of the taxes i recieved back. we are not married and we lived together the 2008 year.

Answers (1)

Mark L Rosenberg

This attorney is licensed in Dist. of Columbia and 1 other state. Posted 4 months ago.

Any person who provides half of the support for another person can claim the deduction. Unless your separation agreement gave your ex the right to claim a deduction, it is properly yours.

Mark L. Rosenberg

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