Tax Appeal
/ˈtæks əˌpil/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal proceeding in which a taxpayer challenges a tax assessment or decision made by tax authorities.
The taxpayer filed a tax appeal to contest the IRS's audit findings.
- (n.) The process of requesting a higher authority to review and change a lower tax-related decision or ruling.
Her tax appeal was successful, reducing the amount owed.
Forms
- tax appeal
- tax appeals
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Commentary
Tax appeals often require strict adherence to procedural rules and timelines; clarity in grounds of appeal enhances chances of success.
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