Collection Action Against Couple Was Proper, United States Tax Court Says
A recent Tax Court decision was reported that may be of interest to individuals potentially dealing with tax litigation. J. Frank Best, Certified Public Accountant and United States Tax Court Practitioner, works to stay current on all IRS decisions concerning tax litigation to ensure we are fully informed and prepared for our clients.
The United States Tax Court, in a summary opinion, held that the IRS didn’t abuse its discretion in sustaining a collection action against a couple that reported no tax liability and claimed deductions for charitable contributions, the business use of their home, and $473,309 in casualty or theft losses, finding that the couple failed to participate in their Collection Due Process hearing.
ROBERT CARTER, JR. AND LOLA CARTER,
Petitioners
v.
COMMISSIONER OF INTERNAL REVENUE,
Respondent