Forensic Accountant Findings

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The forensic accountants findings revealed significant financial misconduct, including commingling of funds, tax evasion, and sham transactions. These findings are supported by detailed exhibits, including the forensic accountants report and deposition, and the curriculum vitae of the expert witness. The plaintiffs answer to the defendants expert interrogatory highlights unusual profit-sharing arrangements and improper financial practices. Consider consulting a local attorney for personalized legal advice.

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- During the representation with my counsel, I hired a forensic accountant to report on the financials that the court required the defendants to submit to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant reported extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent practices. The forensic accountant's findings are detailed in PLAINTIFF’S ANSWER TO DEFENDANTS’ EXPERT INTERROGATORY, where Ms. Horton is expected to testify that The Classic Group, Inc. and * Fountain Street, LLC (collectively
During the representation with my counsel, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer.
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Karen
During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer.
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Youve never asked me that before. Im surprised.
During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer.
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In - Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition. Do I include tow exhibits?
During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer.
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I have two "things" the PLAINTIFF’S ANSWER TO DEFENDANTS’ EXPERT INTERROGATORY, and her deposition.
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During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities.
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer.
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see above
During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer.
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There still confusion. To clarify the report is the PLAINTIFF’S ANSWER TO DEFENDANTS’ EXPERT INTERROGATORY, where Ms. Horton is expected to testify that The Classic Group, Inc. and * Fountain Street, LLC- Ms. Horton is expected to testify that Tiernan and Grieco’s profit-sharing arrangement relative to * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual, if not unheard of, and has no economic substance other than tax avoidance. - Ms. Horton is further expected to testify that The Classic Group, Inc. paid Cronan officer wages for * to *, even though Cronan was not identified as an officer in state corporate filings. - Additionally, she will testify that the Entities illegally paid some employees in cash, classified and paid employees as independent contractors, and engaged in sham transfers of funds disguised as “management fees” for tax avoidance purposes.
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During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
- Ms. Horton will testify that the profit-sharing arrangement at * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual and indicates tax avoidance.
- The Classic Group, Inc. paid officer wages to Cronan, who was notidentified as an officer in state corporate filings from * to *.
- The Entities illegally paid employees in cash, misclassified employees as independent contractors, and engaged in sham transfers of funds disguised as "management fees" for tax avoidance purposes.
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Please clarify - Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and Exhibit E deposition. - Exhibit F: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit E: Plaintiff's Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory.
- Exhibit F: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer.
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see above
During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
- Ms. Horton will testify that the profit-sharing arrangement at * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual and indicates tax avoidance.
- The Classic Group, Inc. paid officer wages to Cronan, who was not identified as an officer in state corporate filings from * to *.
- The entities illegally paid employees in cash, misclassified employees as independent contractors, and engaged in sham transfers of funds disguised as "management fees" for tax avoidance purposes.
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Please answer what documents do you want me to file in - Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition? They must be sparate document, right?
Yes, Exhibit D should include both the forensic accountant's report and her deposition, but they can be combined into one exhibit if clearly labeled and organized. Here's a polished version for clarity:
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During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
- Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
- Ms. Horton will testify thatthe profit-sharing arrangement at * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual and indicates tax avoidance.
- The Classic Group, Inc. paid officer wages to Cronan, who was not identified as an officer in state corporate filings from * to *.
- The entities illegally paid employees in cash, misclassified employees as independent contractors, and engaged in sham transfers of funds disguised as "management fees" for tax avoidance purposes.
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I would prefer to have them separate because they are large files. Please change.
During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D:
- Forensic accountant’s report
- Forensic accountant’s deposition
- Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
- Exhibit E: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
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see above
Sure, here's a polished version with the exhibits separated:
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During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit D: Forensic accountant’s report.
- Exhibit E: Forensic accountant’s deposition.
- Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
- Exhibit F: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
- Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
- Ms. Horton will testify that the profit-sharing arrangement at * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual andindicates tax avoidance.
- The Classic Group, Inc. paid officer wages to Cronan, who was not identified as an officer in state corporate filings from * to *.
- The entities illegally paid employees in cash, misclassified employees as independent contractors, and engaged in sham transfers of funds disguised as "management fees" for tax avoidance purposes.
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where do i place this section in a motion after reguest relief and Conclusion or before it?
You should place this section before the "Request for Relief" and "Conclusion" sections in your motion. Typically, the sequence is:
*. Introduction
*. Statement of Facts
*. Argument
*. Evidence/Exhibits (this is where your forensic accountant section should go)
*. Request for Relief
*. Conclusion
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-Shoud i include this too?Exhibits: - Exhibit A: Promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco. - Exhibit B: Share transfer document. - Exhibit C: Deed transferring the commercial property from the bankruptcy court to my advisor and James Tiernan. - Exhibit D: Documentation of the illegal foreclosure on my children's and former wife's home in Massachusetts using a usury rate of *% interest. - Exhibit E: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition. - Exhibit F: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA. - Exhibit G: Documentation of the lien placed on the Superior Court case by Mr. D'Orio (to be provided). - Exhibit H: Motion for Approval of Sale
Yes, you should include those exhibits. Ensure they are clearly labeled and organized within the motion. Here's the structure for your motion:
*. Introduction
*. Statement of Facts
*. Argument
*. Evidence/Exhibits:
- Exhibit A: Promissory note and sale of the business to Ralph Grieco.
- Exhibit B: Share transfer document.
- Exhibit C: Deed transferring commercial property from bankruptcy court to advisor and James Tiernan.
- Exhibit D: Documentation of illegal foreclosure using a *% usury rate.
- Exhibit E: Forensic accountant’s report and deposition.
- Exhibit F: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
- Exhibit G: Documentation of lien placed on the Superior Court case by Mr. D'Orio.
- Exhibit H: Motion for Approval of Sale.
*. Request for Relief
*. Conclusion
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Could I give you the motion one section of a time so that you can provide these exhibits in the right place and make further edits if needed?
Sure, feel free to share the motion one section at a time, and I can help you with placing the exhibits and making any necessary edits. Please provide the first section you’d like to work on.
UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF RHODE ISLAND In re: Classic Display, Inc. Case No. *:*-bk-* Debtor, Chapter * MOTION TO VACATE JUDGMENT PURSUANT TO RULE *(b) FOR FRAUD UPON THE COURT INTRODUCTION The Plaintiff, James Cronan, respectfully moves this honorable court to vacate the default judgment entered against me on November *, * pursuant to Rule *(b) of the Rhode Island Rules of Civil Procedure, due to fraud upon the court, excusable neglect, and newly discovered evidence.
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UNITED STATES BANKRUPTCY COURT
FOR THE DISTRICT OF RHODE ISLAND
In re: Classic Display, Inc.
Case No. *:*-bk-*
Debtor, Chapter *
MOTION TO VACATE JUDGMENT PURSUANT TO RULE *(b) FOR FRAUD UPON THE COURT
INTRODUCTION
Plaintiff, James Cronan, respectfully moves this honorable court to vacate the default judgment entered against him on November *, *, pursuant to Rule *(b) of the Rhode Island Rules of Civil Procedure, due to fraud upon the court, excusable neglect, and newly discovered evidence.
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BACKGROUND *. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (the “Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (the “Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee. *. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee. *. On November *, *, the Case was converted to Chapter * and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee. *. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
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BACKGROUND
*. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (the “Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (the “Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee.
*. On November *, *, the case was converted to Chapter *, and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
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*. On November *, *, the Trustee obtained the Judgment. - At the time of the lawsuit, my financial advisor, Ralph Grieco, formed a partnership with me and purchased my business assets through the bankruptcy court, including a promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco. (Exhibit A). - Subsequently, we opened a new business together, and he advised me to give my shares of that business to the third partner in the newly formed business, James Tiernan, to give him a tax shelter. He promised that he would return my name to the stock power documents the following year. He did not, and I never received any money for the share transfer. I have the share transfer document (Exhibit B).
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BACKGROUND
*. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (“Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (“Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee.
*. On November *, *, the case was converted to Chapter * and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
*. On November *, *, the Trustee obtained the Judgment.
- At the time of the lawsuit, my financial advisor, Ralph Grieco, formeda partnership with me and purchased my business assets through the bankruptcy court, including a promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco (Exhibit A).
- Subsequently, we opened a new business together. He advised me to give my shares of that business to the third partner, James Tiernan, for a tax shelter, promising to return my name to the stock power documents the following year. He did not, and I never received any money for the share transfer (Exhibit B).
- Throughout the partnership, the two partners continually made promises to me. They advised me to move from Chapter * on the commercial building, * Fountain Street, Rhode Island, that was in my name as the title owner Cronan Realty, LLC and part of the bankruptcy estate, to Chapter * to liquidate. They assured me they would buy the building from the court and, once the transfer was done, they would add my name back onto the title of the property (Exhibit C).
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- Throughout the partnership, the two partners continually made promises to me. They advised me to move from Chapter * on the commercial building, * Fountain Street, Rhode Island, that was in my name as the title owner Cronan Realty, LLC and part of the bankruptcy estate, to Chapter * to liquidate. They assured me they would buy the building from the court and, once the transfer was done, they would add my name back onto the title of the property. I have the deed transferring the commercial property from the bankruptcy court to my advisor and James Tiernan (Exhibit C).
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BACKGROUND
*. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (“Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (“Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee.
*. On November *, *, the case was converted to Chapter * and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
*. On November *, *, the Trustee obtained the Judgment.
- At the time of the lawsuit, my financial advisor, Ralph Grieco, formed a partnership with me and purchased my business assets throughthe bankruptcy court, including a promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco (Exhibit A).
- Subsequently, we opened a new business together. He advised me to give my shares of that business to the third partner, James Tiernan, for a tax shelter, promising to return my name to the stock power documents the following year. He did not, and I never received any money for the share transfer (Exhibit B).
- Throughout the partnership, the two partners continually made promises to me. They advised me to move from Chapter * on the commercial building, * Fountain Street, Rhode Island, that was in my name as the title owner Cronan Realty, LLC and part of the bankruptcy estate, to Chapter * to liquidate. They assured me they would buy the building from the court and, once the transfer was done, they would add my name back onto the title of the property (Exhibit C).
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-It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process right to know that my partners had no intent to keep their promise. I would have stayed in Chapter * and taken other actions. The betrayal of fiduciary duties by my partners, shareholders, and trusted personal advisor is evident. They should not have title to my business and property. They should not be rewarded and aided and abetted by this court to perpetuate the crime against not only myself but also the bankruptcy estate and its creditors. This court must recognize the severity of their fraudulent actions and ensure justice is served.
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BACKGROUND
*. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (“Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (“Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee.
*. On November *, *, the case was converted to Chapter * and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
*. On November *, *, the Trustee obtained the Judgment.
- At the time of the lawsuit, my financial advisor, Ralph Grieco, formed a partnership with me and purchased my business assets through the bankruptcy court, including a promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco (Exhibit A).
- Subsequently, we opened a new business together. He advised me to give my shares of that business to the third partner, James Tiernan, for a tax shelter, promising to return my name to the stock power documents the following year. He did not, and I never received any money for the share transfer (Exhibit B).
- Throughout the partnership, the two partners continually made promises to me. They advised me to move from Chapter * on the commercial building, * Fountain Street, Rhode Island, that was in my name as the title owner Cronan Realty, LLC and part of the bankruptcy estate, to Chapter * to liquidate. They assured me they would buy the building from the court and, once the transfer was done, they would add my name back onto the title of the property. I have the deed transferring the commercial property from the bankruptcy court to my advisor and James Tiernan (Exhibit C).
- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises.
- They subsequently executed an illegal self-help eviction by changing the locks to the building, stripping me of my business and property, and then illegally foreclosed on my children's and former wife's home in Massachusetts using a usury rate of *% interest. This action is pending in two court cases: one in Superior Court, Massachusetts, against the financial advisor, and one in Federal Court, Rhode Island, against the private lender, who is my partner in this bankruptcy case buying the judgment (Exhibit D). - I filed a lawsuit against them in Superior R.I. court, but due to financial strain, the case is still pending. During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
Here's a polished version of the background section, incorporating all provided details:
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BACKGROUND
*. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (“Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (“Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee.
*. On November *, *, the case was converted to Chapter * and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
*. On November *, *, the Trustee obtained the Judgment.
- At the time of the lawsuit, my financial advisor, RalphGrieco, formed a partnership with me and purchased my business assets through the bankruptcy court, including a promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco (Exhibit A).
- Subsequently, we opened a new business together. He advised me to give my shares of that business to the third partner, James Tiernan, for a tax shelter, promising to return my name to the stock power documents the following year. He did not, and I never received any money for the share transfer (Exhibit B).
- Throughout the partnership, the two partners continually made promises to me. They advised me to move from Chapter * on the commercial building, * Fountain Street, Rhode Island, that was in my name as the title owner Cronan Realty, LLC and part of the bankruptcy estate, to Chapter * to liquidate. They assured me they would buy the building from the court and, once the transfer was done, they would add my name back onto the title of the property (Exhibit C).
- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process right to know that my partners had no intent to keep their promise
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BACKGROUND
*. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (“Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (“Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee.
*. On November *, *, the case was converted to Chapter * and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
*. On November *, *, the Trustee obtained the Judgment.
- At the time of the lawsuit, my financial advisor, Ralph Grieco, formed apartnership with me and purchased my business assets through the bankruptcy court, including a promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco (Exhibit A).
- Subsequently, we opened a new business together. He advised me to give my shares of that business to the third partner, James Tiernan, for a tax shelter, promising to return my name to the stock power documents the following year. He did not, and I never received any money for the share transfer (Exhibit B).
- Throughout the partnership, the two partners continually made promises to me. They advised me to move from Chapter * on the commercial building, * Fountain Street, Rhode Island, that was in my name as the title owner Cronan Realty, LLC and part of the bankruptcy estate, to Chapter * to liquidate. They assured me they would buy the building from the court and, once the transfer was done, they would add my name back onto the title of the property. I have the deed transferring the commercial property from the bankruptcy court to my advisor and James Tiernan (Exhibit C).
- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a
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- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process right to know that my partners had no intent to keep their promise. I would have stayed in Chapter * and taken other actions. The betrayal of fiduciary duties by my partners, shareholders, and trusted personal advisor is evident. They should not have title to my business and property. They should not be rewarded and aided and abetted by this court to perpetuate the crime against not only myself but also the bankruptcy estate and its creditors. This court must recognize the severity of their fraudulent actions and ensure justice is served.
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please begin at Background.
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BACKGROUND
*. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (“Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (“Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee.
*. On November *, *, the case was converted to Chapter * and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
*. On November *, *, the Trustee obtained the Judgment.
- At the time of the lawsuit, my financial advisor, Ralph Grieco, formeda partnership with me and purchased my business assets through the bankruptcy court, including a promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco (Exhibit A).
- Subsequently, we opened a new business together. He advised me to give my shares of that business to the third partner, James Tiernan, for a tax shelter, promising to return my name to the stock power documents the following year. He did not, and I never received any money for the share transfer (Exhibit B).
- Throughout the partnership, the two partners continually made promises to me. They advised me to move from Chapter * on the commercial building, * Fountain Street, Rhode Island, that was in my name as the title owner Cronan Realty, LLC and part of the bankruptcy estate, to Chapter * to liquidate. They assured me they would buy the building from the court and, once the transfer was done, they would add my name back onto the title of the property. I have the deed transferring the commercial property from the bankruptcy court to my advisor and James Tiernan (Exhibit C).
- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a
Please proceed from - It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a
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- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process right to know that my partners had no intent to keep their promise. I would have stayed in Chapter * and taken other actions. The betrayal of fiduciary duties by my partners, shareholders, and trusted personal advisor is evident. They should not have title to my business and property. They should not be rewarded and aided and abetted by this court to perpetuate the crime against not only myself but also the bankruptcy estate and its creditors. This court must recognize the severity of their fraudulent actions and ensure justice is served.
- They subsequently executed an illegal self-help eviction by changing the locks to the building, stripping me of my business and property, and then illegally foreclosed on my children's and former wife's home in Massachusetts using a usury rate of *% interest. This action is pending in two court cases: one in Superior Court, Massachusetts, against the financial advisor, and one in Federal Court, Rhode Island, against the private lender, who is my partner in this bankruptcy case buying the judgment (Exhibit D).
- Ifiled a lawsuit against them in Superior R.I. court, but due to financial strain, the case is still pending. During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit E: Forensic accountant’s report.
- Exhibit F: Forensic accountant’s deposition.
- Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
- Exhibit G: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
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- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process right to know that my partners had no intent to keep their promise. I would have stayed in Chapter * and taken other actions. The betrayal of fiduciary duties by my partners, shareholders, and trusted personal advisor is evident. They should not have title to my business and property. They should not be rewarded and aided and abetted by this court to perpetuate the crime against not only myself but also the bankruptcy estate and its creditors. This court must recognize the severity of their fraudulent actions and ensure justice is served.
- They subsequently executed an illegal self-help eviction by changing the locks to the building, stripping me of my business and property, and then illegally foreclosed on my children's and former wife's home in Massachusetts using a usury rate of *% interest. This action is pending in two court cases: one in Superior Court, Massachusetts, against the financial advisor, and one in Federal Court, Rhode Island, against the private lender, who is my partner in this bankruptcy case buying the judgment (Exhibit D).
- I filed a lawsuit against themin Superior R.I. court, but due to financial strain, the case is still pending. During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
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yes fromThe forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
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- During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit E: Forensic accountant’s report.
- Exhibit F: Forensic accountant’s deposition.
- Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
- Exhibit G: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
- Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
- Ms. Horton will testify that the profit-sharing arrangement at * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual and indicates tax avoidance.
- The Classic Group, Inc. paid officer wages to Cronan, who was not identified as an officer in state corporate filings from * to *.
- The entities illegally paid employees in cash, misclassified employees as independent contractors, and engaged in sham transfers of funds disguised as "management fees" for tax avoidance purposes.
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Question : My next section is Legal Grounds but do you think I should breaf up the accounting's discovery from the Background ?
Yes, it would be more effective to break up the forensic accountant's findings into a separate section. This ensures clarity and highlights the significance of the forensic accountant's discoveries. You can create a new section titled "Forensic Accountant's Findings" right after the Background section and before the Legal Grounds section. Would you like help drafting this new section?
break up
Yes, separating the forensic accountant's discovery from the Background section can provide clarity and focus. Here's a suggested structure:
BACKGROUND
*. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (“Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (“Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee.
*. On November *, *, the case was converted to Chapter * and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
*. On November *, *, the Trustee obtained the Judgment.
- At the time ofthe lawsuit, my financial advisor, Ralph Grieco, formed a partnership with me and purchased my business assets through the bankruptcy court, including a promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco (Exhibit A).
- Subsequently, we opened a new business together. He advised me to give my shares of that business to the third partner, James Tiernan, for a tax shelter, promising to return my name to the stock power documents the following year. He did not, and I never received any money for the share transfer (Exhibit B).
- Throughout the partnership, the two partners continually made promises to me. They advised me to move from Chapter * on the commercial building, * Fountain Street, Rhode Island, that was in my name as the title owner Cronan Realty, LLC and part of the bankruptcy estate, to Chapter * to liquidate. They assured me they would buy the building from the court and, once the transfer was done, they would add my name back onto the title of the property. I have the deed transferring the commercial property from the bankruptcy court to my advisor and James Tiernan (Exhibit C).
- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter
Please send the update without the outline
Sure, here's the updated section without the outline:
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BACKGROUND
*. On February *, *, Classic Display, Inc. (“Debtor”) filed a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter * of the Bankruptcy Code (“Code”). On July *, *, Joseph M. DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. By Order dated September *, *, the Trustee sold the assets of the Debtor pursuant to § * of the Code to Ralph Grieco, James Michael Cronan, and James Tiernan or their nominee.
*. On November *, *, the case was converted to Chapter * and DiOrio was appointed Chapter * trustee.
*. On May *, *, the Trustee filed adversary proceedings against the Debtor’s principal, James Cronan (“J. Cronan”), and Cronan’s ex-wife, Karen Cronan (“K. Cronan”), seeking to recover funds the Debtor fraudulently transferred to them.
*. On November *, *, the Trustee obtained the Judgment.
- At the time of the lawsuit, my financial advisor, Ralph Grieco, formed a partnershipwith me and purchased my business assets through the bankruptcy court, including a promissory note and the sale of the business from me to Ralph Grieco (Exhibit A).
- Subsequently, we opened a new business together. He advised me to give my shares of that business to the third partner, James Tiernan, for a tax shelter, promising to return my name to the stock power documents the following year. He did not, and I never received any money for the share transfer (Exhibit B).
- Throughout the partnership, the two partners continually made promises to me. They advised me to move from Chapter * on the commercial building, * Fountain Street, Rhode Island, that was in my name as the title owner Cronan Realty, LLC and part of the bankruptcy estate, to Chapter * to liquidate. They assured me they would buy the building from the court and, once the transfer was done, they would add my name back onto the title of the property. I have the deed transferring the commercial property from the bankruptcy court to my advisor and James Tiernan (Exhibit C).
- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process
ok nest please from - It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process
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- It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process right to know that my partners had no intent to keep their promise. I would have stayed in Chapter * and taken other actions. The betrayal of fiduciary duties by my partners, shareholders, and trusted personal advisor is evident. They should not have title to my business and property. They should not be rewarded and aided and abetted by this court to perpetuate the crime against not only myself but also the bankruptcy estate and its creditors. This court must recognize the severity of their fraudulent actions and ensure justice is served.
- They subsequently executed an illegal self-help eviction by changing the locks to the building, stripping me of my business and property, and then illegally foreclosed on my children's and former wife's home in Massachusetts using a usury rate of *% interest. This action is pending in two court cases: one in Superior Court, Massachusetts, against the financial advisor, and one in Federal Court, Rhode Island, against the private lender, who is my partner in this bankruptcy case buying the judgment (Exhibit D).
- I filed a lawsuit against themin Superior R.I. court, but due to financial strain, the case is still pending. During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit E: Forensic accountant’s report.
- Exhibit F: Forensic accountant’s deposition.
- Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
- Exhibit G: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
- Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
- Ms. Horton will testify that the profit-sharing arrangement at * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual and indicates tax avoidance.
- The Classic Group,
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It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process right to know that my partners had no intent to keep their promise. I would have stayed in Chapter * and taken other actions. The betrayal of fiduciary duties by my partners, shareholders, and trusted personal advisor is evident. They should not have title to my business and property. They should not be rewarded and aided and abetted by this court to perpetuate the crime against not only myself but also the bankruptcy estate and its creditors. This court must recognize the severity of their fraudulent actions and ensure justice is served.
They subsequently executed an illegal self-help eviction by changing the locks to the building, stripping me of my business and property, and then illegally foreclosed on my children's and former wife's home in Massachusetts using a usury rate of *% interest. This action is pending in two court cases: one in Superior Court, Massachusetts, against the financial advisor, and one in Federal Court, Rhode Island, against the private lender, who is my partner in this bankruptcy case buying the judgment (Exhibit D).
I filed a lawsuit against them in Superior R.I. court, but due tofinancial strain, the case is still pending. During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit E: Forensic accountant’s report.
- Exhibit F: Forensic accountant’s deposition.
- Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
- Exhibit G: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
- Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
- Ms. Horton will testify that the profit-sharing arrangement at * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual and indicates tax avoidance.
- The Classic Group, Inc. paid officer wages to Cronan, who was not identified as
But I thought you wanted to break up the forensic accountant?
I understand your concern about breaking up the forensic accountant's section for clarity. Here’s the continuation from where we left off:
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It was not in my best interest to move from Chapter * to Chapter * in the absence of fulfilled promises. I had a due process right to know that my partners had no intent to keep their promise. I would have stayed in Chapter * and taken other actions. The betrayal of fiduciary duties by my partners, shareholders, and trusted personal advisor is evident. They should not have title to my business and property. They should not be rewarded and aided and abetted by this court to perpetuate the crime against not only myself but also the bankruptcy estate and its creditors. This court must recognize the severity of their fraudulent actions and ensure justice is served.
They subsequently executed an illegal self-help eviction by changing the locks to the building, stripping me of my business and property, and then illegally foreclosed on my children's and former wife's home in Massachusetts using a usury rate of *% interest. This action is pending in two court cases: one in Superior Court, Massachusetts, against the financial advisor, and one in Federal Court, Rhode Island, against the private lender, who is my partner in this bankruptcycase buying the judgment (Exhibit D).
I filed a lawsuit against them in Superior R.I. court, but due to financial strain, the case is still pending.
Forensic Accountant's Discovery:
During my counsel's representation, I hired a forensic accountant to review the financials required by the court to dissolve the partnership. The forensic accountant uncovered extensive commingling of funds, tax evasion, sham transactions, and other fraudulent activities. This is supported by:
- Exhibit E: Forensic accountant’s report.
- Exhibit F: Forensic accountant’s deposition.
- Deposition Highlights:
- Page *, Section *-*: Commingling of funds between * Fountain Street, LLC, and The Classic Group, Inc.
- Page *, Section *-*: Sham transactions demonstrating financial misconduct.
- Page *, Section *-*: Tax avoidance practices.
- Page *, Section *-*: Questionable stock transfer without proper documentation.
- Exhibit G: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
- **Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
Ok! Next after - Exhibit G: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA. - **Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
Here’s the continuation from where we left off:
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- Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
- Ms. Horton will testify that the profit-sharing arrangement at * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual and indicates tax avoidance.
- The Classic Group, Inc. paid officer wages to Cronan, who was not identified as an officer in state corporate filings from * to *.
- The entities illegally paid employees in cash, misclassified employees as independent contractors, and engaged in sham transfers of funds disguised as "management fees" for tax avoidance purposes.
Would you like to proceed with the next section, “Legal Grounds”?
see above
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- Exhibit G: Curriculum Vitae of Lorraine A. Horton, CPA/CFF, CFE, CICA.
Plaintiff’s Answer to Defendants’ Expert Interrogatory:
- Ms. Horton will testify that the profit-sharing arrangement at * Fountain Street, LLC is highly unusual and indicates tax avoidance.
- The Classic Group, Inc. paid officer wages to Cronan, who was not identified as an officer in state corporate filings from * to *.
- The entities illegally paid employees in cash, misclassified employees as independent contractors, and engaged in sham transfers of funds disguised as "management fees" for tax avoidance purposes.
Would you like to proceed with the next section?
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