I agree with the answer Attorney Cowan provided. You need to consult with a tax attorney who can structure the best way to treat the award.

I agree with the answer my colleague provided. There is an agent who assist the seller and one who assist the buyer. In order to be liable for a...

I agree with the answers my colleagues provided. You need a written agreement for a fee as a consultant / business advisor.

I agree with the answers my colleague provided. Did you have the terms of the deal in writing? If so the writing can only be amended if all the...

I agree with the answers my colleagues provided. Review the terms of your rental agreement.

You do not provide enough information to provide an answer. You need to consult with a lawyer.

You need to speak with the attorney involved with your separation. The separation agreement must clearly state which parent claims the credit.

I agree with the answers my colleagues provided. From the limited information you provide, it seems that the payments are taxable income. I suggest...

Consult with an attorney. This is a breach of contract case.

It depends. The IRS and New York State apply a multi-factor test to determine if an individual is an employee or independent contractor.