Everyone knows that as a general rule, lawsuits should be avoided. But sometimes, when you suffer substantial damage to your person or your business, or, if for some reason you feel justice needs to be done, litigation may become an attractive solution. We see this a lot in our law firm. What I would like …
Most business owners try to conduct business in a fair and honest way. But no matter how hard we try, eventually every business owner encounters a situation where a customer or a vendor is not happy. Today I would like to share with you some tips on how to keep your business out of the court …
As an estate planner, I am always advising my clients about the benefits of using a revocable living trusts. A trust can keep your loved ones out of the probate court when you die, and provides tremendous asset protection for your beneficiaries, and allows you to keep all of your personal family affairs private. But …
There is a myth out there about trusts and estate planning that I would like to address today. I call it the myth of the magic book. For those of you who have taken the step to create a trust, there is a common misconception that the trust is a magic document that will take …
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Most business owners understand that attorneys serve a useful purpose when problems arise. And while this is undoubtedly true, most people don’t realize that the true value of an attorney is not to defend you when problems arise, but to solve problems before they arise. Indeed, smart business persons involve legal counsel early and often, …
Opening a new business is always a challenge. The thrill of creating something of value is both exhilarating and terrifying. Many budding entrepreneurs chose to start a new business with a friend or family member to share the risk and responsibilities of start up, and for financial and emotional support. All good reasons. However, what …
