2010 February | Virginia Law Firm Attorney
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Tax Credits

With the recession pushing more Americans into poverty, it’s critical that taxpayers learn about and obtain all the tax credits that they’re entitled to. Online resources such as www.LawHelp.org, a national legal information portal, offer a variety of free tools and information for those grappling with tax preparation. Resources accessible from LawHelp.org include easy-to-understand information about both state and federal taxes, including fact sheets for those facing a variety of special circumstances; information about rebates and tax credits; links to sites offering free tax filing;...
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Avoiding Census Scams

The 2010 Census will begin in March. The U.S. Census counts every resident in the United States, and is required by the Constitution to take place every 10 years. Census data is extremely important, but it’s also important to be cautious – criminals may take the opportunity to pose as Census workers and collect personal information to be used in fraud and identity theft. Resources available on sites such as LawHelp (www.LawHelp.org), a national legal information portal, can help citizens distinguish between actual Census workers and crooks. It’s important to participate in the Census, which...
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