House Bills 4824 and 4825 were introduced and referred to the Tax Policy committee early August. These house bills propose what will be, if passed by the Michigan Legislature and signed by the Governor, the only annual tax holiday in Michigan. The proposed tax holiday provides an exemption on certain school supplies from the state …
10 Tips for Reducing the Expenses of Getting a Divorce
Litigation of any kind can be expensive, and a divorce is no exception. The good news is that there are many ways that you can help control the expense. Here are 10 tips for reducing the expenses of your divorce. Put It in Writing. If you need to relay information to your attorney that is …
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Three Common Questions and Answers When Considering Divorce
Do I have to get divorced in the same state I was married in? No. Regardless of where you were married, you may seek a divorce in Arizona if the jurisdictional requirements of residency are met and the marriage is not considered void in Arizona. The law that will be applied is Arizona law, not …
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IRS Notifying Owners of Virtual Currency to Report Transactions
The IRS has recently began sending letters to certain owners of virtual currency (e.g., Bitcoin, Ether, etc.) regarding requirements for reporting transactions involving such virtual currencies. See IRS Information Release 2019-132. The IRS is concerned that taxpayers have been entering into virtual currency transactions and failing to properly report them. The letters are an offshoot …
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How Will the Court Determine the Parenting Time for the Minor Child?
It is the policy of the State of Arizona that, absent contrary evidence, the child should have “substantial, frequent, meaningful and continuing parenting time with both parents.” The court will always look to the best interest of the child in determining a parenting time schedule. The judge considers many factors in determining the best interest …
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What Types of Custody are Awarded in Arizona?
Arizona does not use the word “custody” in making decisions about a minor child. Instead, Arizona uses the terms legal decision-making and parenting time to better define what a court must do in deciding issues related to a minor child. Legal decision-making refers to the right and responsibility of a parent to make nonemergency decisions …
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Ohio General Assembly Extends County’s Option to Grant “Payment In Lieu Of Taxes” For Energy Projects
As the renewable energy industry continues to grow and alternative forms of clean energy (wind, solar, hydro, geothermal, biomass, etc.) proliferate nationwide, state lawmakers are more than ever discussing comprehensive approaches to energy policy. Indeed, states across the country are rapidly reconsidering the diverse array of laws that impact energy developers / public utilities, including …
Who Decides Who Gets to Live in the House While We Go Through the Divorce?
Neither party is required to leave the marital residence during the divorce unless a court orders one party to leave. If you and your spouse cannot reach an agreement regarding which of you will leave the residence during the divorce, you may seek a temporary order for exclusive possession of the home until the case …
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IRS Beginning to Send Affordable Care Act Notices to Religious Organizations
According to statements made by the acting director of exempt organizations at the IRS, churches and other religious organizations will soon start to receive questions from the IRS about potential liabilities under the Affordable Care Act. Over the last few years, the IRS has sent letters to employers that it suspects have failed to comply …
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Considering the Child’s Preference and Primary Care Provider in a Custody Case
Two questions that often get asked in custody cases are what weight does the child’s preference have in a custody case, and how can I demonstrate to the judge that I have been the primary care provider. The preference of your child is only one of the many factors a judge may consider in determining …
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