Can you believe that more than a year has passed since Prince died? During that time, a major dispute came to light over his estate. Prince died without a will -- the legal term for this dying "intestate" -- and as such, many people came forward to claim that they...
Month: May 2017
Drama unfolding between Sears and vendor
When two companies sign a contract, they legal accept that the terms of the contract must be followed. It is possible to change the terms of the deal if formal discussions are held and an acceptable amendment to the contract (or even a new contract altogether) is...
On the role of an executor and estate plans
When someone creates their estate plan, the role of executor is one of the most important issues that needs to be decided. The executor of an estate is in charge of ensuring that a person's last wishes are fulfilled as per the will, and that the estate is properly...
Protecting your family business interests even after retirement
It is impossible to predict the future, but you can take steps to protect your interests in the years ahead. As a small business owner, you know the importance of planning and preparation when it comes to your success, but that also applies to what will happen to your...
Employers have legal interests to protect too
It is common to see stories about cases where an employee is no longer with a company because he or she was discriminated against, or sexually harassed, or retaliated against in some form. These are unfortunate stories, and it would be great if these things never...