Will I Have to Pay Taxes on My Inheritance?
One of the most common questions we get is whether you will have to pay taxes on your inheritance. Before you can answer this question, you need to understand that…
If You Don’t Have A Will, The State Will Take Care Of Your Family–or Not
According to a 2015 Harris Poll, 64% of American adults don’t have a will. Of those without a will, many say they simply don’t need one. Unfortunately, many people have…
Medicaid Myths and Misconceptions
With skyrocketing costs of assisted living options, more people are turning to Medicaid to help fund long-term care. But Medicaid rules are complex and confusing. Here are some common misconceptions,…
Caring for Man’s Best Friend When Man is No Longer Around…
The American Pet Products Association (APPA) estimates that 65 percent of U.S. households own at least one pet. Although we consider our pets as part of our family, the law…
Your Will May Not Be the Last Word
After putting it off for years, you finally got around to making a will. Now your estate plan is complete–or is it? Many people put a great deal of thought…
The Special Needs Trust Fairness Act is Law
Individuals with Disabilities can Establish Their Own Trust As of December 13, 2016, persons who are mentally capable will now be able to establish their own self-settled special needs trust…
Keys to a successful GRAT
So, your estate exceeds the Federal Estate Tax Exemption; or, maybe you’ve exhausted your Federal Estate Tax Exemption or Generation Skipping Transfer Tax Exemption. What can/should you do now? One…
10 Big Legal Mistakes Made by Startups
As commercial litigation attorneys, we have seen plenty of legal mistakes made by entrepreneurs and start-up companies. The following are some of the more common and problematic legal mistakes we…
Special Needs Trusts & the “ABLE” Act
Estate Planning for Children with Special Needs: “Special Needs Trusts” and the “ABLE” Act When seeking benefits for a disabled relative, it is important to know what all of your…