Do you have to worry about federal estate taxes?
California estates range wildly depending on how you have prepared and invested. When you pass on, you do not want to see more of your estate go to the government than to your loved ones you leave behind. Luckily, there are options you can take before and after to...
What are some examples of auto dealer fraud?
When the time comes to replace your old vehicle, there are many factors to consider, including whether your dealer engages in legal and fair business practices. Fraud can and does occur, as The Sacramento Bee recently reported regarding the case of a...
Creating a small business partnership
One of the biggest financial decisions of your lifetime is starting a business. The success or failure of your venture depends on careful, detailed planning. A business partnership complicates every decision, even when you know the person well. You never know when...
Did you pick the right estate executor?
Are you a resident of California who is starting to work on your will or estate plan? If so, have you considered who your estate executor will be? This is one of the most important questions you must answer. The executor for your estate is a crucial part of estate...
How is reasonable accommodation defined?
As a business owner, you likely realize that you cannot discriminate against job applicants or employees on the basis of their respective disabilities. In fact, you must provide reasonable accommodations for them so that they can perform their job duties. But what...
The birth of a grandchild and estate planning
There are various changes in one's life that necessitate changes to an existing estate plan or prompt someone to take a different approach while creating a will or a trust. For example, those who have a high net worth or a loved one with special needs often have...
Protect your family with a dynasty trust
If you expect to leave behind a large estate to provide for your family members, careful planning can protect your assets from taxes and other expenses. You may want to consider a type of irrevocable trust known as a dynasty trust. Unlike a standard trust, a dynasty...
Understand the terms of commercial lease agreements
When a business outgrows a home office, small business owners usually need to find a commercial building so they can expand their operations. If people have not signed a commercial lease before, they may not know what terms to look for on the contract. Each commercial...
Estate of late clock artisan sues podcast team
The job of administering a person’s estate in Irvine may seem simple at first glance, yet oftentimes it is anything but. The common school of thought is that an executor or personal representative only has to ensure that an estate’s assets are distributed according to...
What to do when your business faces false claims
An impeccable reputation is vital for a business to succeed. If someone knowingly publicized false statements about your company, you may be able to take legal action. A litigation case is a form of defamation occurring when someone makes a claim about your...
