Remedies for victims of human labor trafficking

Q. MY employer brought me o merica o ork as live-in nanny for their youngest child. I would be paid $1,000 per month with weekends off.  When we arrived in Los Angeles, my employer took my passport. At their home, I work 7 days a week, 14 to 16 hours per day. I take care of an infant and…

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10 basics of the IRS appeals process

IF you are not satisfied with the results of your IRS audit, go to Appeals. You have a choice of either ending your misery by paying up or by continuing to fight at the Appeals Office. The appeals process is an administrative means to resolve your problems without resorting to legal action. It’s a good…

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Debt forgiveness without bankruptcy 

YOU’VE probably seen a lot of these ads: “Settle your debts for pennies on the dollar!”, “Reduce your debts legally without filing bankruptcy!” “Stop bill collectors now and pay them only what you can!” Are all these just exaggerated claims? Or are any of these ads true? How can you protect yourself from being scammed?…

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Doing work before clocking in?

You’re entitled to back wages Q: I WORK at a customer service company that deal with private information. To protect our clients’ privacy, we use a lot of technology to keep information safe. However, the use of these technology often require us to spend approximately 5 to 15 minutes every day preparing for work. For…

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How long should you keep tax records?

HOW long do you have to keep tax records? How long can the IRS audit your tax returns? Let’s discuss tips on statute of limitations so you can clean your garage this weekend. 1. The general statute to audit you is three years after the return is filed. 2. The statute is extended to six…

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Notifying the employer of your disability

A doctor’s note may save your job RUTH Featherstone worked for Southern California Permanente Medical Group. She suffered from a sinus condition that required surgery. After several weeks of disability leave, she returned to work without restrictions. A few days after returning to work, Ruth informed her supervisor that she was resigning effective immediately because…

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Should you form a partnership?

YOU may choose to run your business as a partnership. A Partnership is an association of two or more persons as co-owners who intend to carry on a business for profit. Each person must contribute money, property, labor, or skill. Mere co-ownership of property that is leased or rented is not a partnership. Spouses carrying…

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Is filing bankruptcy really worth it?

WHEN you are facing money troubles, sometimes bankruptcy can be the quickest and best way to get out of debt and get immediate relief from stress and anxiety. But is it really worth it? If you are facing a lawsuit, wage garnishment or foreclosure, you may not have a choice to file bankruptcy right away…

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Should you form a Limited Liability Company (LLC)?

YOU have seen businesses with “LLC” after their names. That LLC refers to Limited Liability Company which is a hybrid that combines the pass-through attributes of a partnership with the limited liability of a corporation. Fortunately, it combines the best of worlds of partnerships and corporations. The owners are called “members” who hold “interests” and…

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OIC Basics: Series 2

IN series 1 we talked about the factors you need to consider before you decide choosing OIC,  and meeting the compliance requirements before proceeding. If your offer is accepted, congratulations! What happens if your offer is rejected? Here’s what you need to do if you offer is rejected and you have disagreed items: • Offer…

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Living in harmony at Avida Towers One Union Place

A consistent provider of homes designed to please the senses at the most happening locations, Avida is taking convergence to a whole new level with Avida Towers One Union Place at ARCA South, Ayala Land’s newest emerging growth center in the metro. This 74-hectare central business and lifestyle district located in the former Food Terminal…

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OIC Basic 1

BEGINNING on March 27, 2017, new offer in compromise (OIC) applications plus fee will be returned by IRS if all required income returns have not been filed unless there is a valid extension for the current year. Is the OIC right for you? Here are some TIPS before choosing this option: • Financial hardship. OIC…

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Sanctuary state: New laws protecting immigrant workers

IN honor of Larry Itliong Day on October 25, this column will highlight the plight of immigrant workers and the new laws that were recently signed to protect them. California lawmakers recognize that immigrant workers are vital to California’s economy. Immigrant workers are also the most frequent victims of wage theft and exposed to the…

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Should you form a regular “C” corporation?

YOU may choose to do business as a corporation. A corporation is a legal fiction.  It exists only in contemplation of law.  It has a separate legal identity.  That entity, not you, operates the business. It owns the business assets, owes business debts, collects business revenues, and pays business expenses. It possesses characteristics such as…

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