Year: 2019

It is common for people facing driving under the influence (DUI) charges to believe they have no way to defend themselves. However, as with any criminal charges, those facing allegations of drunk driving still have the right to a criminal defense. You might believe...

Establishing a will is crucial to a strong estate plan, ensuring that your loved ones clearly understand your wishes when the time comes. Unfortunately, many people do not realize that creating a will is only part of protecting your interests. As you experience a...

There are times when it makes sense to pay a traffic ticket, as well as situations in which you're better off fighting back. With the right approach, you may be able to prevent the serious consequences often attached to a traffic violation. There is no surefire way to...

When you tie the knot, you don't want to think about anything going wrong in the future. However, it's better to be safe than sorry, as you never know if your marriage could take a turn for the worse. Creating a prenuptial agreement is the perfect way for both...

Estate taxes, also called death taxes by some, only apply to estates of a certain size. There are different limits for the gross value of an estate at both the state and the federal level that impact whether heirs and beneficiaries have to pay taxes out of the estate...

Deciding who to name as your health care agent is a big decision, as it could impact you and your loved ones in the future. Fortunately, when you take all the right factors into consideration, it's easier to narrow your list with the idea of making a confident...

When you first learn of your child support obligation, you may be okay with the idea of making the monthly payment. However, as time goes by, your financial situation could change. If your circumstances no longer allow for you to make your monthly payment in full,...

If the time has come to ask your spouse for a divorce, don't make the mistake of approaching them at a bad time. This is one of the most important and difficult conversations you'll ever have, so you need to prepare accordingly while considering the impact of your...

If you are a business looking to change or expand your office or retail space in Columbia, it is important that you approach the process in the right way. As the prospective tenant, the terms of the commercial lease may not be in your favor, and it is important that...

With so much to consider, creating a comprehensive estate plan is easier said than done. Even if you have an idea of what you want to accomplish, there's typically more than one way to reach your end goal. Many people assume that a will is all they need to feel...