When a married couple files a joint tax return, both spouses typically share responsibility for any tax liabilities. However, if one spouse has past-due debts - such as unpaid federal taxes, state ...

Form 8379, also known as the Injured Spouse Allocation, allows the injured spouse to request their fair share of the refund so it is not used to cover the other spouse’s debts. A financial ...

The injured spouse rule helps joint filers protect their share of a tax refund from a partner's debts. This guide explains ...