Discovery is the process by which parties collect and exchange information in preparation for trial. One of the aims of America’s adversarial judicial system is to discover the truth; therefore, trial is not
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If you are heading to trial, you may have found yourself involved in a process called “discovery.” During discovery, you must draft written responses to questions posed by the opposing party and send
Before deciding to modify a trust, it is important to consider the tax implications of such action. Modifying a trust could adversely affect income, gift, estate, and/or generation-skipping transfer taxes. Trusts generally are
People often change their name when getting married, after a divorce, or for a host of other reasons. The steps to changing one’s name differ depending on the context in which the change
You just found out that your favorite aunt, Aunt Melba, has died and have received a notice from the attorney handling Aunt Melba's affairs stating that you are a beneficiary. Your best friend advises
Parental behavior has a great influence on the emotional adjustment of their children. This is equally true after the dissolution of a marriage. The following time-sharing guidelines have been found to be helpful
No one wants to think about what would happen to them if they became incapacitated, but it’s a critical plan to have in place for your own welfare and the welfare of your
We rely on our friends, family, and colleagues to help us through life’s challenges. The people we trust can also be incredibly important when arranging an estate plan. It is critical to appoint
The death of a loved one is one of the most difficult times in a person’s life. Nothing can truly prepare you for such a loss. However, dealing with the financial stress of
After a loved one dies, their money and property must be distributed to the right people, either according to their will or the state’s default distribution scheme. Even if you are staying on
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