Being named a trustee in someone’s revocable trust is an honor and a privilege. With such privilege comes significant responsibility. It doesn’t matter if you are appointed as a trustee after death or at incapacity. Your job is nonetheless critical and must be taken...
Why should you have an estate plan? An estate plan can provide significant peace of mind by ensuring that your money and property are protected, plans are in place in the event you become ill, and your accounts and property pass down according to your wishes. What key...
Famous Copyright Case. Lady Liberty. Copyright Law provides that the owner of a copyright has several exclusive rights in their copyright protected content. Among those rights are the rights to reproduce, to display, and to distribute your copyright protected work....
3 Reasons to Avoid Probate When you die, under probate it’s likely your heirs will have to sign documents in order to receive their inheritance. This can happen if you own property in your name only and if you haven’t expressly designated a beneficiary. Some of those...
Wills and Trusts: Confused about the differences between a will and a trust? If so, you are not alone. Often people who don't understand use the terms interchangeably. But be clear, a will is not a trust. Having a basic understanding of these two important...
Leasing a Family Pet? Homes, cars, furniture, and cell phones are all items that people might typically consider leasing. You enter into an agreement and off you go with the item. But how often have you thought about leasing a pet? Maybe leasing a kitten or a puppy...
Preparing for Estate Planning. Estate Planning. How prepared are you for your future and the future of your loved ones? Sadly, most people are unprepared for the time when they may become incapacitated or die. There are many reasons for this lack of preparation. Some...
Copyright Protects Music. Prince a Protector of His Copyrights. Some call him crazy. Some call him sly as a fox. Some called him the fervent protector of his copyrighted content. Whatever you call him, by any other name he is still Prince. He was one artist who...
How we use Contracts. Common Mistakes relating to contracts. Not only are contracts an important part of doing business, they are an important part of everyday life. In this post, I will address three of the more common mistakes people make when it comes to contracts....