One of the questions we frequently hear at the law firm is, “when should I start my estate planning – is there a specific age or timeframe?” Our answer is that estate planning is for everyone; it just depends on your needs. Below, we take a look at some specific estate planning items related to …
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Halloween 2020: Ideas for Fun and Safe Celebrations
If ever there was a holiday made for a pandemic, it would be Halloween! Consider this: those who brave haunted houses and mazes try to stay away from zombies and ghosts, therefore social distancing. Children collect individually wrapped treats, thus cutting down on germ spreading. And it’s the one day of the year when wearing …
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The Spooky Truth about Your HOA & Halloween Decorations
For many homeowners, the cooler weather means it’s time to start putting up fall and Halloween decorations, both inside and outside their house. But before you put out the harvest décor and re-create your favorite Halloween scenes on the front yard, be sure to check with your Homeowners Association. Your HOA may have some rules …
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Do I Need A Probate Lawyer?
You have been appointed as personal representative of your loved one’s estate. What is the first step? Do you need to hire a lawyer? The answer is: it depends. The decision to hire or not hire an attorney is one that should be carefully considered, considering all of the following factors. You are not required …
What Happens If You Can’t Find Someone’s Will?
What Happens If You Can’t Find Someone’s Will? Imagine that you’re an estate executor or a family member, and you need to begin the probate process. But when it comes time to submit their Last Will and Testament, you cannot find the document. You’re not sure whether it’s lost, someone accidentally threw it out, or …
Intra-Family Loans: Lower Rates, Higher Risks
Intra-Family Loans: Lower Rates, Higher Risks Small business owners who are trying to keep their restaurants, shops, and companies afloat during the coronavirus health crisis have started turning to their families for loans. Grandparents, parents, siblings, and other extended family members are some of the unsung heroes for small businesses. With ultra-low interest rates …
Should You Split Your Children’s Inheritance Evenly?
The idea of dividing up your estate between your children can be daunting. Does it make sense to split everything equally? Or should you consider a different arrangement? Also, how might your choices today affect your children in the future? In Brian M. Douglas & Associates’ latest blog, we’re looking at the situations where equal …
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The Law of Unintended Consequences: A DNR May Prevent Coronavirus Treatment
As a law firm, we’re used to researching and addressing laws on a daily basis. But there’s one law you might not find in our collection of legal books, and that’s the Law of Unintended Consequences. The Law of Unintended Consequences is a socio-economic term. It can also be used as an adage, warning people …
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