Recently, my graduate school made an error and issued me a $5,000.00 refund that was apparently an error.

This same thing happened to me in both college and at law school (ah, the frustration...). As a general rule, you an keep property (money) if you...

What is our financial obligation for an IRA distribution of 100,000.00? Penalties and fees?

IRA withdrawals fall into two possible tax categories: (1) income tax: the distribution is taxable (Roth IRAs are not, because they are taxed at...

From your facts I'm surprised that you cannot get the seller to return the whole $6,200 to avoid someone filing a felony charge against them... If...

In January 2016, will the consulate accept his 2015 W-2 as proof of his income being above the poverty without cosponsor

From your facts, your finance/sponsor should qualify for a 2016 application. A copy of the W-2 should be submitted (or he could submit a full 2015...

Two biz partners have setup an LLC in WA state. Should we elect to tax as an LLC or partnership?

This is something you might want to discuss with a tax or business attorney in detail, but this is a quick overview. First, I am only referring to...

Can an email marketing service require a customer to pay sales tax owed from 2012-present which were never included on invoices

The short answer is yes, the company can collect back sales taxes. The origin of this is New York (and several other states) have participated in...

Can state tax collect for taxes that lein was placed and released, can they go back and collect again for same thing?

This is unusual, but not unheard of occurring. Did you consent to waive the statute of limitations during your first audit? Did you file a late...

Is it legal for a consignee to withhold payment for shipment if there is a damage claim.

It depends. First, review the contract with the dealer. Look for terms like "risk of loss/damage", "damage to items", "refusal/non-acceptance"....

What are the court steps to get back money from a bad check written in 2013 that was a money loan and do I need a attorney?

You can file a small claims for the face value of check and the bounced check fees. A lawyer is not necessary, but may be helpful. Here is the...

How do I fix the IRS sending amended return refund money to father when he owes back child support?

You are correct that you can offset child support payments from your ex. Here is a link from the Office of Child Support and Enforcement...