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How A Trust Can Benefit You And Your Children After Divorce The Centers for Disease Control reports that in 2000, for every …
Choosing The Right Time To Exit Your Business Starting a business is often a long-held dream. Whether it is a childhood dream, …
Do You Need An Operating Agreement For An LLC? The formation of a new business entity can be both exciting and frustrating. …
What Small Business Owners Should Know About Embezzlement The United States Sentencing Commission states that 10% of all federal offenders in Arizona …
Legal Structures For Asset Protection: Trusts, LLCs, And Corporations Various strategies exist that can help people legally safeguard their assets; each of …
Navigating Commercial Lease Negotiations: Tips for Tenants And Landlords According to Statista, the commercial real estate sector experienced negative returns in 2023 …
Estate Appraisals: What Is The Role Of Appraisals In Estate Planning? Many people assume that having an estate plan is as simple …
Legal Considerations In Commercial Lease Agreements: Key Clauses And Protections Commercial lease agreements are crucial for commercial real estate (CRE) developers and …
Estate Planning for Second Marriages
Most people who have estate planning documents in place before getting married for a second time will wish to update their estate plans in light of this major life event. Individuals who married and divorced while relatively young, on the
How To Protect Yourself from Employee Lawsuits – Part 2
In Part 1 of our series, we discussed common work-related lawsuits and what is often involved. In Part 2 learn about how to protect your organization from employee lawsuits, and find out how an Arizona business lawyer from Harrison Law,
How To Protect Yourself from Employee Lawsuits – Part 1
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) received 143 harassment or discrimination lawsuits in 2023, according to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM). As American employees become more aware of their legal rights, workplace lawsuit filings continue to rise, highlighting
Navigating State Laws on Business Name Regulations
Selecting the perfect name for a business isn’t as simple as it may seem. It’s not just about creativity and branding, there’s a whole world of regulations and rules to navigate. From ensuring the name hasn’t been trademarked to complying
Revocable Vs. Irrevocable Trusts
When it comes to estate planning, understanding the difference between revocable and irrevocable trusts is crucial. These two types of trusts, while similar in some respects, offer distinct advantages and disadvantages. A revocable trust, for instance, provides flexibility as it
Investing In Commercial Real Estate: Legal Pitfalls and Risk Mitigation Strategies
Investing in commercial real estate is a proven strategy for building wealth. With some of the highest income streams in the real estate market, commercial properties offer lucrative opportunities for investors. If you’ve been considering a shift from residential to
When To Consider A Dynasty Trust
A key reason why people conduct estate planning in the first place is the desire to transfer assets to beneficiaries efficiently, but some trusts, such as dynasty trusts, are more appropriate for those wanting to establish a lasting legacy spanning
The Cost Of Misclassifying Employees As Independent Contractors
Companies increasingly opt for independent contractors instead of employees due to the financial advantages they offer, but many businesses often fail to categorize their staff correctly; for instance, according to the Economic Policy Institute (EPI), 10% to 20% of employers
Putting Your House In A Trust: Is It The Best Way To Ensure The Family Home Is Passed On To Your Children?
You might have heard that putting your house in a trust is a great way to pass your family home to your children. However, this is not blanket advice. Every situation is different. What might be good for one family
