If you have an elderly relative, you may want to inquire whether he or she has a will. After all, an alarming number of Americans have neglected even simple estate planning. If your loved one has already drafted a will, you should also be certain the document reflects...
People make promises on an everyday basis without thinking about it. However, in the business world this can turn out to be a huge legal headache. There is a big difference between an empty statement and one that carries legal weight. If you are in a business...
It is very difficult for anybody to challenge a will. Generally speaking, the courts are reluctant to try and change somebody’s final wishes, given that the person in question is no longer around to speak for himself or herself. In fact, about 99% of all wills go...
Georgia business owners like you want to avoid conflict and disputes where possible. Unfortunately, disputes are a part of owning a business and are sometimes unavoidable. What can you do in a situation where you cannot solve a dispute on your own? You can go for...
The common school of thought amongst many people in Georgia may be that if and when you are fortunate enough to be part of a person's estate plans, you should respect their wishes as outlined in their estate planning documents (even if you have a reason to disagree...
Litigation or going to court with a case is not always the best solution to a situation. You may find that it is better to settle out of court. Findlaw explains that you need to assess your case before you file a lawsuit. Doing this can help you to ensure that you...
As any contractor knows, issues that arise on a job can trigger a dispute, which could lead to a production delay and ultimately to litigation. Creating a clearly written agreement to begin with goes a long way toward preventing a costly outcome. Contract issues...
Once a person buys a property, he or she has limited rights to hold the seller accountable for anything wrong with the property. In Georgia, this includes some disclosures the seller may not have made. According to the Georgia House of Representatives, there is no...
The probate process can often pass quickly if you make the right decisions before you die. Often times, the slow down during probate is a direct result of a messy estate. According to Forbes, your estate may be messy if it is going to be difficult to finalize. There...
In the United States, construction is expensive. To repair the country’s infrastructure, according to Forbes, it would cost billions of dollars. The cost of construction may be due to the increased cost of workers, materials and machinery. This is true throughout the...