Making the decision to close a business can be a difficult one, and the steps that must be taken to do so are often complex. If a business owner determines the time has come to end operations, that business owner must go through the dissolution process. Whether...
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Tax Avoidance vs. Evasion — What’s the Difference?
Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr. is credited with saying, “taxes are the price we pay for civilized society.” No one must pay more in taxes than necessary under the U.S. Tax Code. You can structure your financial affairs to be tax efficient — but you...
Cancellation of Debt: What Do You Mean I Have to Pay Tax on That?
If you had debt that was reduced or canceled not through bankruptcy or insolvency, that reduction may be taxable. Even though there are no actual cash proceeds, cancellation or discharge of debt is counted toward your income. Under Internal Revenue Code Section 61...
Brinen & Associates Represents Good2bSocial® In Its Acquisition by Best Lawyers®
Brinen & Associates was privileged to represent Good2bSocial®, a leading digital marketing agency serving law firms, legal marketers, lawyers, and organizations in the legal industry, in its acquisition by Best Lawyers®, the oldest and most respected Purely Peer...
What is a Doubt as to Liability Offer in Compromise?
An Offer in Compromise is an agreement made between the taxpayer and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) that settles a tax debt for an amount less than the amount of tax liability. If you have a legitimate doubt regarding the amount of tax you owe, you may be able to...
Answering Contract FAQs With Joshua D. Brinen
https://vimeo.com/852723027?share=copy What is a representation in a contract? A representation in a contract is a representation or fact that the seller or buyer promises is true, and is an inducement for the other party to enter into the contract. A representation...
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I formerly worked as a satellite employee from my home state of New Jersey. I ended my employment with my former employer in 2016. In 2018, I was sued by my former employer for $1.1 million in Illinois State Court. I was referred to Brinen & Associates, LLC by a friend who is a client of the firm. Brinen & Associates, LLC came highly recommended. I contacted Joshua Brinen and then had a consultation at his office with his colleague Mark White. Together, Messrs. Brinen and White explained my options...