Every now and then, a misunderstanding about estate law occurs, often with the best possible intentions. From time to time we hear of an individual who signs on to wield durable power of attorney for a loved one -- which we call the principal. When that principal is...
Month: July 2017
Protect proprietary information with these tools
Photo Cred: Toa Heftiba The success or failure of a company depends on its ability to be competitive in the marketplace. The strategies, products and/or services that give a company its competitive edge are therefore crucial, and employers would be wise to protect...
3 things to take away from the Children’s, Blue Cross dispute
A Minnesota-based business dispute involving Children's Hospital and Blue Cross Blue Shield made national headlines recently when the two parties could not resolve contract issues. Thankfully, the two sides reached an agreement and recently signed a new contract. A...
Don’t forget about your debt during divorce
Photo cred: Michal Jarmoluk Millions of Americans carry some amount of debt, whether it's the result of student loans, medical bills, or credit card payments. Despite the fact that so many people have debt, it can be easy to forget about when it comes to dividing...
Three times you should update your estate plan
Photo cred: Monoar Rahman Estate plans help to ensure financial security for generations. They are easy to put off and, once finally completed, easy to forget. But certain life events can trigger the need to update your plan, and the failure to do so can result in...