As you get your estate plan together, you may find that you’re concerned about the way one of your beneficiaries uses their money. Maybe this person is one of your adult children, so you’ve tried to teach them healthy spending habits, but they just view money much...
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Year: 2024
Can you get a DUI even if you pass a breath test?
Though there are exceptions for both commercial drivers and underage drivers, most are required to adhere to a legal limit of a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08%. If they fail a breath test, it means they are at or above this level, and they could be arrested for...
3 tips for maintaining a peaceful divorce
Divorce can get messy, but this doesn't always have to be the case. You and your soon-to-be ex-spouse can go through a peaceful process, ending your marriage with dignity. Here are three tips that can help you maintain a peaceful divorce: Focus on long-term factors...
A common mistake that leads to prescription drug charges
Prescription drugs are technically controlled substances. Professionals need a license to recommend them or to dispense them to members of the public. Patients need legitimate prescriptions from licensed medical professionals to legally obtain many medications....
How to prevent contract disputes with your business partners
In the world of business, disputes over contracts are unfortunate yet common. Moreover, navigating the intricacies of contract disputes can be challenging. Whether you are a long-time or budding business owner, how can knowing the aspects of contract disputes be...
Estate planning checklist for young parents
For young parents, protecting their children’s well-being and securing their future, even when life takes unexpected turns, is in their every thought. Yet, statistics reveal that about 68% of Americans do not have a valid will or any estate plan. While estate planning...
How can divorce impact a family farm?
Business owners who go through a divorce have to figure out how their split will impact their business, in addition to their personal life. For example, while spousal interests in some businesses are fairly easy to divide, that’s not the case for others. One specific...
Dealing with assault charges
An assault charge is a serious matter, and depending on the severity of the damages the victim received, it can range from a misdemeanor to a felony. The consequences may include lengthy prison time, significant fines, and a massive blow to your reputation. What...
How will divorce affect your inheritance?
The property you inherited from your parents could represent your family’s legacy. It may seem like a plot of land to others, but it might be a piece of your family’s history, passed down through generations. Understandably, it holds not only financial but also...
What happens to frozen embryos after the death of a parent?
Advances in Assistive Reproductive Technology (ART) have given many couples the option to freeze their embryos for future use. But what if one or both intended parents pass away? What happens to the unused genetic material, and who decides what to do with them? Can...