April 15 marks the tax deadline which means the door opens to annual audits and tax disputes. Unfortunately, households earning $25,000 or less receive more frequent audits than any other tax bracket up to over $500,000.1 In other words, low income taxpayers face more scrutiny from the IRS than middle and upper-middle class earners. Read
Did you know that 90% of the world’s millionaires built their wealth by investing in real estate?1 Real estate is also a gateway to generational wealth when families leave assets to their heirs. However, in some cases the deceased does not have a will or defined heirs for their property. Not having a will complicates
The road from incarceration back to civilian life is long and difficult. Understanding the details required and the complexities of the legal system adds challenges to an already intimidating and frustrating process. At Three Rivers Legal Services (TRLS), we aim to help individuals navigate the complicated process of sealing and expunging felony or misdemeanor records in
Bankruptcy continues to be an ongoing problem for low-income individuals in Florida and across the nation. In 2018, over 750,000 individuals filed personal bankruptcies in the United States.1 In the U.S. Bankruptcy Court Middle District of Florida, which includes Jacksonville, over 23,000 individuals filed cases.2 This accounted for 3 percent of the total bankruptcies in
November is a month to remember and celebrate our veterans and their selfless acts of service to our country. At Three Rivers Legal Services, we support our veterans throughout the year with legal representation and free legal advice related to housing, VA benefits, social security, and family law.
Did you know that 1.3 million women experience domestic violence annually?1 You are not alone, and domestic violence is not your fault. At Three Rivers Legal Services, we understand the traumatic impact of domestic violence on victims and families. We’re here to support you and help you understand your rights, as well as provide resources.
Every child in the United States has a right to a public education, including special needs children. Laws protect each child from exclusion. In addition, laws specific for special needs children ensure a quality education that also addresses the unique issues of each child. However, navigating the complex legal and school
Hurricane Irma hit Florida in September 2017 causing massive damage and destruction that impacted the community and individual residents. At Three Rivers Legal Services, we’ve worked over the last two years to provide support and assistance to low income families and other at-risk individuals impacted by Hurricane Irma.