Have you purchased a product that is defective but the merchant won’t stand behind the warranty? Have you recently purchased a car that is a “lemon”? Have you been harassed by bill collectors or been unfairly billed for home/car repairs? These types of situations can be stressful and frustrating, but the law may offer you protection!
As the tax season is upon us, many of us start wondering if we have established our businesses in the best manner possible. Of court, business owners always worry about issues such as liability, but at this time of year most people just want to know how their taxes will be affected. Tax implications can be controlled with a little bit of planning.
Choosing the appropriate form and structure for a specific business venture involves several considerations; such as control, liability, simplicity, flexibility, continuity and taxation. Proper formation and organization are important.
Once you have children, it is extremely important to have a will, if only to designate a guardian. If any one of your children is still a minor when you die, the other parent will usually take care of the child. But if the other parent cannot or does not do the job, or if the other parent does not survive you, the court will appoint someone as guardian for the child. In your will you can name the person you want the court to appoint for each child. Read the rest of this entry »
“Last will”, “living will”, “health care proxy”. There are many things to consider when planning your future. Thinking about death is not something that any of us likes to do. But it is a realty that we must all face, and it is important to be as prepared as you can. An attorney can help you sort all these issues out and create a valid estate plan which will accurately carry out your wishes.
