I was served a summons. If I file for an extension of time rather then an answer, do I still have to appear?

I suspect your case was filed in County Court. CRCCP 355 permits the Clerk to enter a default judgment so long as the return date is at least 14...

Can a minor be questioned with out a parent /attorney present during a interview when requested by the minor

Interrogation: State law varies as to the validity of an interrogation of a minor...local counsel should be able to provide the best response to...

Can a non custodial parent permit his parents to claim his child as a tax dependent?

IRS Publication 501 lays out the several tests (Relationship, Age, Residency, Support, and Joint Return) for Qualifying Children. You should...

Can the state take a joint tax refund for child support

I concur with my colleagues: you want to file an Injured Spouse claim with the IRS and request your wife's portion of the overpayment be refunded.

DO I HAVE TO PAY SALES TAX IF I SOLD MY LEASED CAR TO SOMEONE AT THE END OF MY LEASE ?

Typically the buyer--not the seller--pays sales tax on a vehicle purchase.

My employer considered me 1099 but I am an employee. Can I correct this & be repaid what I paid for last year's taxes?

The IRS--as well as state tax/workforce authorities--are becoming increasingly interested in the (mis)classification of employees as evidenced by...

Is there protection for a second party on a title

As my colleague suggested, if the liens are in your name exclusively there may be options for your fiance. I would suggest speaking with a local...

It appears you may have an action in breach of contract against the tax preparer. Because this is outside of my legal expertise I suggest you...

Father clamied my child on his taxes this year. He had me sign a form. i signed it.?????? I may have messed up.

As my colleague stated, federal law controls the allocation of federal tax exemptions. Specifically, IRC Sec. 152 allows the "custodial" parent to...

Can a person lose their percentage of ownership of farmland if they haven't paid their portion of the property taxes?

Real property titled to several individuals with equal rights is considered a legal co-tenancy. Co-tenants have rights and owe duties to each...