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Crypto Tax Question — DeFi yield farming tax treatment

Started by newbie_investor_legal · Mar 24, 2025 · 1,216 views · 13 replies
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newbie_investor_legal OP

Looking for advice on a legal issue. Here's what happened.

DeFi yield farming tax treatment. I've been dealing with this for about 5 months now and the situation isn't improving.

I have already tried to resolve this directly but did not get a clear answer.

What are my legal options here? Is it worth pursuing?

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frustrated_trader_GA

Have you tried reaching out to your state's attorney general? They sometimes have free resources or mediation services.

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worried_freelancer_2023

NAL, but from what I've read, you should send a written demand. That said, definitely get a lawyer to look at the specifics.

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InsuranceGuy_FL

I've dealt with this before.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is hiring an attorney to send the initial letter. I'd recommend being patient with the process instead.

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Mod_TermsLaw Moderator

Attorney here. Here's my take on the legal issues.

There are several legal theories that could apply here. The strongest is probably the relevant statute, which requires showing actionable.

You should consult with a local attorney who handles these cases. Many offer free initial consultations.

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seeking_advice_renter_today

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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frustrated_employee_2024

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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newbie_trader_advice

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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TruckerRights_OH

I've seen this play out several times in my field.

What worked for me was having everything documented. It took 3-6 months but was worth it.

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anon_parent_NC

I had a similar issue and ended up consulting with an attorney. It was worth the $200-300 for the initial consultation just to understand my rights.

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HRManager_Chicago

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

The biggest mistake people make in this situation is filing with the appropriate government agency. I'd recommend gathering evidence first instead.

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VCAnalyst_SF

Not a lawyer, but I have direct experience with this.

What worked for me was escalating to a supervisor/manager. It took 1-3 months but was worth it.

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anon_student_advice

Just want to point out — the statute of limitations might be a factor here. In some states it's as short as 1-2 years. Don't sit on this too long.

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anon_trader_2026

I work in this industry and unfortunately this is very common. The good news is that when people actually push back with legal representation, companies usually settle.

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