8 Asset Protection Strategies for Business Owners

One of the biggest risks small business owners take is not properly protecting their personal assets from business liabilities or judgments. In a recent Entrepreneur.com article, Mark Kohler, author of…

3 Reasons Why DIY Legal Documents Won’t Work for Your…

It’s pretty amazing to think of all the things we do online today that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago. But just because you can do something…

Can I Still Be Sued If My Business Is Incorporated?

Absolutely! What’s the Catch? Piercing the Corporate Veil:  In certain situations, courts can ignore the limited liability status of a company or LLC and hold its officers, directors, and shareholders or members personally…

Are You Getting The Best Results From Your Living Trust?

Is Your Living Trust Really Going to Work For the People You Love? Traditionally, one of the primary reasons for establishing a living trust has been to avoid probate. But…

10 Essential Questions to Ask Before Selecting a Business Entity

If you are starting a new company or have an unincorporated entity that has grown to the point where protection of your personal assets may be desired, the selection of…

Can Emails be Considered Enforceable Contracts?

While many people consider email to be an informal way of communicating, courts have generally held that emails can be considered enforceable contracts even if the intended purpose was for…

10 Things to Evaluate in Your Estate Plan

Estate planning is an ongoing process, and plans should be reviewed with a qualified estate planning attorney every few years to ensure that the goals you set in making your…

10 Reality Checks to Investigate Before Starting Your Own Business

Before you consider in a new startup, you should understand that there is quite some distance between a great idea and a great company. As part of your due diligence,…

Asset Protection: When a Will Won’t Work

When There’s a Will, There’s Probate One of the most prevalent misconceptions when it comes to estate planning is that if you have a will, it will take care of…

Learn From the Estate Planning Mistakes of Others

There is much to be learned from the mistakes of others and the celebrity world abounds with cautionary tales when it comes to estate planning. Even with all the financial…