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Each November, we come together to recognize and celebrate the vital contributions of family...

Running a business comes with inherent risks, but there are steps you can take to protect your...

Inheritance tax is a state-level tax that beneficiaries pay when they receive assets from an estate...

Once you've taken the step to create a will and get your estate plan in order, you need to figure...

We believe estate planning goes beyond assets and legal details; it’s about creating a legacy and...

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has released its tax inflation adjustment figures for tax year...

A special needs trust (SNT) is a legal arrangement that allows individuals with disabilities to...

One of the primary goals of elder law is to help seniors findways to pay for expensive long-term...

Estate planning is the process of organizing your financial affairs to ensure your assets are...

October 21-27, 2024, marks National Estate Planning Awareness Week. This is a perfect opportunity...

America is a system, whether you like it or not, and the attorney you choose can make all the...

A Trust is a legal entity that is used in estate planning to generallyavoid probate,make it...

If you are a business owner, it's essential you understand and comply with the new requirements...

As of 2024, individuals can transfer up to $13.61 million, and married couples can give away $27.22...

Probate is a legal process that happens after someone dies. While probate can be complex, lengthy,...

Estate planning is the process of organizing your financial affairs to ensure your assets are...

“I don’t need an estate plan because I don’t have many assets.”

Researchers have been finding potential links between feelings of loneliness and negative health...

The Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts holds that a Medicaid applicant must establish a...

Older drivers are also among the safest of all drivers, one AAA report showed. Nonetheless, state...

The federal estate tax exemption, is projected to rise to$13,990,000for 2025. This is an increase...

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, there were over 3 million children with disabilities in the...

The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have issued final regulations...

A free and secure online account can be used to manage Social Security benefits. Account users can...

The Minnesota Supreme Court ruled that an intestate transfer of a family farm violated a contract...

A federal court in Texas blocked a forthcoming ban on non-compete agreements that was scheduled to...

The period following the death of a loved one can be a tumultous time. Dealing with death and...

Experts define twice exceptional learners as students with one or more disabilities who also...

This year, Dakotafest will take place Tuesday, Aug. 20 through Thursday, Aug. 22. This annual event...

Many people believe estate plans are only for extremely wealthy families who are looking to reap...

Leaving home for college or starting a new chapter in life is an exciting and transformative...

Success in business requires planning, commitment, and a strategic approach. Many new businesses...

Social Security programs like Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security...

Life insurance ensures your loved ones have cash funds immediately available. Often, the passing of...

Bobbi Thury spoke with Radio Show Host Scott Hennen this week about what attendees can expect from...

In Connelly V. United States (U.S. No. 23-146, June 6, 2024), the Supreme Court holds that a...

Managing romantic relationships in the workplace requires careful consideration to maintain a...

Estate planning for blended families is key to a smooth inheritance process. Probate rules and...

Don't miss an opportunity to hear how you can protect your farm and family and ensure your legacy...

At-will means that an employer can terminate an employee at any time, for any reason, without legal...

In the complex and frequently changing landscape of health care in the United States, Medicaid...

The Supreme Court of Nebraska holds that a trust showed clear intent for the decedent’s estate to...

Often an aging parent will lose their ability to think clearly or make informed decisions about...

A Will, technically known as a Last Will and Testament, is one the most fundamental components of...

With a new commissioner at the helm, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has been announcing...

Discrimination in the workplace refers to unfair or prejudicial treatment of employees based on...

Tens of millions of Baby Boomers in the United States are growing older and living longer. It seems...

Creating an estate plan involves selecting people to receive your money, property, or other items...

An operating entity is a business that is actively engaged in offering products or performing...

Probate is the legal process of formally recognizing a will after a person dies, naming or...

Patents are valuable intellectual property but do not go on forever. The duration is going to be...

Have you heard the terms “special” needs trust and “supplemental” needs trust and wondered what the...

"Since 2021, elder scams have increased by over 400 percent, leading to a loss of $1.2 billion in...

If you are a homeowner who is falling behind on your real estate taxes, you may end up facing...

Using beneficiary designations in your estate plan is a smart move with several advantages. When...

An operating agreement is an agreement between the owners of an LLC that sets forth the structure,...

Amid recent reports from such prominent news outlets as The New York Times and Associated Press...

It is generally a good practice to review the employee handbook with employees. The handbook is a...

Graduates, congratulations on your incredible achievement! As you embark on this exciting new...

Inventors and businesses need to evaluate if they need patent protection for their core products...

Joint bank accounts serve as a useful estate planning tool for passing money to loved ones outside...

Through 2045, Baby Boomers will pass down assets worth roughly $84 trillion to Gen Z, Millennials,...

How can you safeguard your hard-earned assets from the unforeseen expenses of elder care? We've got...

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a sweeping new rule that fundamentally alters the...

Workplace safety policies are a set of guidelines and procedures established by employers to create...

An operating agreement is an agreement between the owners of a LLC (limited liability company) that...

Mental illness affects one in five adults in the United States, the National Institute of Mental...

When it comes to finding the best state for your business or Limited Liability Company, South...

The AICPA and over 50 state CPA societies have written to the Treasury secretary and the director...

Selecting a guardian for your children is one of the most crucial decisions when crafting your ...

Intellectual property rights have significant implications for individuals, businesses, and society...

For millions of seniors, Medicaid offers financial assistance, helping them to cover the cost of...

The number of employees can have a significant impact on the application of various employment...

The most common types of partnerships are general partnerships, limited partnerships (LPs), limited...

While you may be in an industry or hobby where you are generating intellectual property, it is not...

Estate planning is essential for securing your financial future and ensuring your wishes are...

Protected leave laws are regulations that provide eligible employees with the right to take time...

Creating a Will is a crucial step for individuals with minor children, as it provides a legal...

Individuals with special needs may have a developmental disorder, such as autism, ADHD, or...

You've probably heard the term Intellectual Property (IP) before, but what does it mean, and why...

With many online services offering to set up your business at a discounted price, why should you...

Take advantage of the increased lifetime gift tax and estate tax exclusions. The IRS has increased...

On January 25, 2024, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network published its final rule to reflect...

Sioux Falls has introduced a set of requirements for residential rental owners, effective January...

A power of attorney is a legal document that grants someone you trust the authority to act on your...

Probate and trust administration are two distinct processes involved in managing an individual's...

The Los Angeles Times recently reported that Jay Leno filed for conservatorship for his wife Mavis,...

One of the more challenging tasks of creating a special needs trust (SNT) is choosing who will...

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has new federal reporting requirements that affects most small...

The New York Times/KFF Health News analysis of Health and Retirement Study data from 2000 to 2021...

The frequency with which you should review your employee handbook depends on various factors,...

In today’s busy world, stress and burn out are on the rise. More and more hard-working Americans...