Estate Tax in Washington: Should You Pay?
In the event of your untimely passing, would you owe estate tax to the state? Feldman & Lee, a wills and trusts law firm in Lynnwood, says that it would depend on the laws in…
Separation or Divorce? Situations When the Former is the Better Choice
Many couples choose to go down the divorce path instead of separating because they think that’s the only option they have. They’re unaware that married couples whose marriage is failing can choose to pursue another option…
How Could Divorce Affect My Green Card Application?
Getting divorced is complicated enough as it is, more so if your immigration status is on the line. If your spouse is your green card sponsor but gets divorced before being a permanent U.S. resident,…
Want a Helpful Divorce Advice? Talk to Lawyers
When couples experience problems, divorce sometimes crosses their mind. While not everyone eventually finalizes it, there are those who feel they’ve had enough and it’s time to end their relationship. If your heart is telling…
Preparing for a Family Trust
Aside from having insurance, one of the ways to make sure that your family is financially stable long after you are gone is through a family trust. A family trust is a trust fund that…
Why You Need a Business Lawyer
Studies have shown that about 50 to 70% of startup businesses fail in their first 18 months due to many reasons, the most common of which is a lack of knowledge. Business owners fail because…
Steps to Take After Experiencing a Hit-and-Run
It is a driver’s responsibility to drive safely and without offence. Unfortunately, despite laws and penalties, many drivers still commit wrongdoings on the road – including hit-and-run. Learn more about this offence, here. What is a hit-and-run?…
New York Personal Injury Law: Damages for Wrongful Death
The New York Constitution’s Estate Powers and Trust Law (EPTL) make up the law of wrongful death in the state. Under the law, a representative of the estate a decedent could sue for damages on…
The Unmarried Father: Child Custody and Visitation Rights
A biological father has the legal right to request for child custody or visitation rights. This applies even if you’re not married to the child’s mother. As with all child custody cases, courts would consider…
Divorce and How it Affects Preteens
Divorce is inevitable in any relationship. It’s a decision that does not only affect couples but their children as well. In this article, let us explain how divorce affects preteens (children aged nine to twelve…