Yes, explain to the IRS, and have documentation ready to show.

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There are alternative work schedules that you may have accepted, but there are also mandatory rest and meal breaks ... CA DIR website has clear...

"Expungement" does not apply to marriage and divorce, although a divorce records could be "sealed."

If you owe VC, is that individual writing a letter on VC letterhead?

How exactly does copyrighting work?

Created, updated, or a range to reflect both

Can an Internet service provider unilaterally end a 2-year service contract because of their own error?

Does seem like breach, but carefully review the contract for 'subject to change' terms.

You might check with the court's self-help team about requesting continuance, and divorce attorneys are available here:...

What can I do my uncle gave me his 2005 Chevy Impala and I made upgrades? What can I do

If you were gifted the car unconditionally, then it is your car. You may have a dispute however if the title was not signed over to you.

Does this situation have merit in a small claims counter suit?

If the court accepted it, there was some merit. We do not have all the facts, and I would not second guess the court from my armchair (metaphor).