The 2019 tax plan involved some extreme changes that will affect alimony payments, from January 1st, 2019 onward. What Did The Old Laws Say? Prior to January 1, 2019, if a couple divorced or separated, the spouse who paid the alimony will now be able to deduct it from his/her taxes, potentially lowering his/herself into …
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Last week in Southern California, three Centennial High School Las Vegas students were killed while on their Spring Break vacation. The friends had traveled to the Huntington Beach area by car, and it is by car they met with their premature deaths at approximately 1:08 a.m. Thursday morning. How The Tragic Crash Happened The crash …
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If you grew up with Geoffrey the Giraffe and the dream of being a Toys R Us Kid forever, it is now time to put your childhood fantasy to bed. Or, more accurately: close down your nostalgic dream. After an unsuccessful Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the retailer is closing its doors for good. Toys R Us …
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A series of recent carjackings have left several valley areas on edge. While each crime is unrelated to the other, the time span between the two initially seemed suspicious. The accused will need to consult a qualified criminal defense attorney to answer to these charges. Although these particular crimes may seem less grievous because no …
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Prior to its scheduled foreclosure auction, the Lucky Dragon Casino, just off the Strip, has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Why Are they Filing Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Las Vegas? The Lucky Dragon opened in 2016, and its primary focus was to attract baccarat clients — a strategy which may have contributed to its lack …
Child Protective Services is facing scrutiny after the continual, reported abuse of two girls went without action by the agency — arguably keeping the children in an unsafe environment. Even the most experienced criminal defense attorneys would agree that this crime is beyond reprehensible. What are the Details of This Tragic Crime? The case is …
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Last Wednesday, Metro found a second suspect involved in a fatal shooting and abduction case. 26-year-old Jessica Tolentino-Arciga was taken into custody in conjunction with the crime. How is She Connected to The Crime? 27-year-old Joseph L. Fernandez Jr. had already been accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house and abducting her in a gray …
Criminals aren’t always shady-looking characters lurking in the shadows on the streets. Sometimes they hide in positions of power and respect within communities. Sadly, this was the case in a recent situation here in the Las Vegas Valley. Las Vegas Police Lieutenant Facing Criminal Charges A Las Vegas police lieutenant, a guardian, and two additional …
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Six suspects are being charged after kidnapping a 74-year-old man at gunpoint. How Did This Happen? The man was inside his home when the crime took place. The suspects bound him with cords and tape while they rummaged through his house. They stole items from his safe including firearms and jewelry, as well as the …
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The Elephant Bar in Las Vegas is located in The District at Green Valley Ranch. Unfortunately, this prime location was not enough to keep the chain-restaurant above water, as it has made the decision to file for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. How Did They Reach Bankruptcy? The Elephant Bar’s holding company, CM Ebar LLC, stated that …
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