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Unfounded Claims: How to Spot Fake COVID-19 Cures and Preventatives
Fake Cures.It’s been nearly a year now since the first COVID-19 case made its way to American shores. Since then, scientists and health officials have been studying the virus relentlessly, learning how it affects people, how it...
Wills vs. Trusts: In Plain English
Everyone has heard of wills and trusts. Most articles written on these topics, however, often presume that everyone knows the basics of these important documents. But, in reality, many of us do not – and with good reason – as they are rooted in complicated,...
Revocable Trust vs. Irrevocable Trust: Which Is Best for You?
Revocable Trust vs. Irrevocable Trust: A properly funded trust allows you to avoid probate, minimize taxes, provides organization, maintains control, and provides for yourself and your heirs. In its most simple terms, a trust is a book of instructions wherein you tell...
Estate Planning: 3 Reasons We Run the Other Way
It can be hard to get motivated about your estate planning; it sounds about as fun as getting a root canal. However, you also probably want to make sure that your loved ones are protected and receive your hard-earned money and property – regardless of whether you have...
Thought You’d Like To See This: The IRS Comments on the CARES Act
The CARES Act became law in March of this year. Seems longer, doesn’t it? The CARES Act included a wide variety of provisions aimed to jump-start the U.S. economy during and after the business-slowing side effects of the coronavirus. ...
Black Female Lawyers are WINNING
Black Female Lawyers win BIG - that's the kind of news I want to hear about in 2020. An intentional placement of an all-black and all-female lead counsel team took place in October, when a large firm, Adtalem Global Education, acquired Walden University for $1.84...
Nicki Minaj: Another Artist Escapes a Heavy Ruling
Nicki Minaj just wanted to express herself in song. Over the years, however, many artists have influenced her music. What happens when you are inspired, but the end result include pieces of another performer's ideas? In 2018, Nicki Minaj released her fourth studio...
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