can i take my accountant to court for doing my tax return wrong?
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Answer 1 :
In the US, the liability would be limited to the penalties and interest but, yes you could take them to court. Example: If his error resulted in you owing additional money, the government will charge you the additional money, interest on that money plus a penalty. The accountant would be liable for the interest and the fines/penalty but you would be liable for the underpayment amount. If his error resulted in you getting additional money back, then he would only be liable (maybe) for any interest you lost. The US does not fine people for errors that result in overpayments.
Answer 2 :
yeah , drag tht fat ass$ to court, he did mine wrong too,,buh i forgive him..
Answer 3 :
Almost certainly yes. You would be entitled to recover any costs incurred by his error. EG any interest or penalties due to the taxman, any costs involved in re-doing your return etc. You would probably have a case under breach of contract, for not providing a satisfatory service etc. You may also have a case in negligence if the quality of his work has fallen below that expected of a reasonable accountant. Either way the outcome would be the same. You should not have to sue him though. If he did your returns and they are obviously wrong then he should accept the mistake and reimburse you. If he refuses it may be easier and quicker for you to approach his professional body rather than the courts.
Answer 4 :
It depends on what the impact of the incorrect return was. However, if you signed it, then you are responsible for whats in it.
Answer 5 :
Yes of course you can. But to get damages, you have to prove that you have suffered loss. Most tax errors can be corrected, so it's unlikely you've actually suffered a loss.
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