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Meal and Rest Breaks: What Are Your Rights at Work?
Most companies give employees a break to eat lunch or rest during the day. Sometimes these breaks are paid, and sometimes they are not. However, not every employer is required to give you breaks. Federal Law and B...
Tax Tips for Employees Working from Home
Working from home is becoming more common, but the tax rules have not kept up with this change. Since the tax reform in 2018, most employees are not allowed to deduct work expenses that are not reimbursed by their company. This in...
Child Custody Battles: Strategies for Protecting Your Rights and the Well-Being of Your Child
When embattled in a child custody dispute, the clarity of what matters most — such as preserving your rights and safeguarding your child's welfare — can become obscur...
How Soon Will Federal Workers Get Paid After a Government Shutdown?
Many government workers have not received paychecks because of the current government shutdown, which has now become the longest in U.S. history. Thousands of employees are waiting to hear when they will fi...
Can Police Question Kids Alone? More States are Saying "No"
When police read you your rights – the ones you've probably heard on TV, like “You have the right to remain silent” – it's scary enough. Imagine how it feels for a child. A 22-year-o...
Should You Hire a Workers' Compensation Attorney or Handle Your Case Yourself?
If you’ve been injured or become ill because of your job, you might be wondering whether you need to hire a workers’ compensation lawyer or if you can manage your own case. The ans...
Who Are IRS Special Agents and What Should You Do If They Contact You?
The IRS has a division called the Criminal Investigation Division (CI), which is known as its law enforcement branch. This team is made up of around 3,000 employees, and roughly 2,000 of them are called ...
Should You File for Bankruptcy or Do Nothing?
If you're having a hard time paying your debt, bankruptcy can help you get your finances in order. However, you may not need to file for bankruptcy right away—or at all. Here are some important points to think about be...
New IRS Tax Form Makes Claiming Deductions Easier for 2025
The IRS is introducing a new form, called Schedule 1-A, for the 2025 tax season. This new form is designed to help Americans claim more deductions and make tax filing easier. What’s New? For the fi...