What is innocent spouse relief and am I entitled to it?

Many married couples file joint tax returns but problems can ensue when the IRS determines that under-payment has occurred and decides criminal fraud has taken place.  It is often the case that one person signs a tax return without really looking closely at what their spouse is reporting about their own business.  In this case, one party may be entitled to innocent spouse relief.  If you believe there were errors in the tax return you signed, believe you may be entitled to innocent spouse relief, or are wondering whether you should file a joint return, especially if you have a divorce pending, please contact our Board Certified Tax Attorney Fredric Jacobs at (941) 906-1231.