Artificial intelligence within the IRS The IRS Isn’t Just Auditing Anymore- It’s Watching Everything If you think the IRS only audits people randomly, you’re already behind. In 2026, the IRS has shifted to predictive enforcement , powered by artificial intelligence, third-party data sharing, and real-time financial reporting. This change has dramatically increased audit risk , collection actions , and automated tax assessments  — even for taxpayers who thought  they were comp

Dog as dependent for IRS purposes A recent lawsuit filed by a New York attorney  has gone viral after she sued the Internal Revenue Service  for denying her attempt to claim her dog as a dependent on her federal tax return. As a tax attorney, I understand why this story caught national attention. Many pet owners financially support their animals just as much, if not more, than human dependents. But while the emotional argument resonates, the tax law answer is far less flexibl

IRS BANK LEVY If you’ve received a notice warning of a bank levy , wage garnishment , or asset seizure , time is critical. Many taxpayers don’t realize the IRS can legally drain bank accounts, garnish wages, and seize property without going to court —and once it happens, the damage is often immediate. As a tax resolution attorney, I help individuals and business owners stop IRS enforcement actions and resolve overwhelming tax debt before it spirals out of control. What Is an