We all make mistakes. It happens. This includes inadvertent disclosure of confidential information. There is a remedy when a private party that makes an unauthorized disclosure. The aggrieved party can simply bring suit. There are basically no restrictions on the amount of damages that are available and when one qualifies for damages. The rules are…
Category: IRS Unauthorized Disclosure
IRS Unauthorized Disclosure
The IRS is prohibited from disclosing taxpayer information to third parties without permission. If the IRS unlawfully discloses taxpayer information, we help clients hold the IRS accountable. Give us a call to see how we can help, (713) 909-4906.
IRS Agents Contact Third Parties During IRS Audit
We often get questions as to whether IRS agents can contact various third parties during the course of an IRS audit. The general rule is that IRS agents can in fact contact third parties. And they sometimes do. The ability to do this is limited and it does not exempt IRS agents from the confidentiality…