Tag Archives: Miccosukee

Miccouskees Reach End of the Road

Posted on March 22, 2021 by Russ

The Miccouskee Tribe runs a very successful casino outside of Miami.  The tribe itself is a sovereign nation and is exempt from federal taxation.  However, its members are US citizens and owe tax on all their income.  The tribe offered … Continue reading →

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Time Running Out on the Miccosukee Tribe’s Battle with the IRS

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Russ

I have sympathy when taxpayers battle the IRS over legitimate issues. Indeed, I’m all for fighting the IRS when they’re (imho) wrong. However, fighting quixotic battles when you are wrong isn’t a good idea. The Miccosukee Tribe in Florida is … Continue reading →

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Miccosukees Definitely in the Running for Tax Offender of the Year

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Russ

When I last reported on the Miccosukees (a South Florida Indian tribe that runs a casino), the tribe decided to apparently ignore the advice of their then-attorney and not withhold taxes on earnings of their members. They now have been … Continue reading →

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Ignoring Tax Advice and then Suing the Attorney who Gave the Advice Isn’t Brilliant

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Russ

Let’s assume you talk to your attorney, and he advises you that you should create a reserve fund for taxes. Usually, it’s a good idea to listen to your attorney. If you don’t like his opinion, perhaps get a second … Continue reading →

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