In the United States, upon your death the federal government assesses a tax on the sum of your estate when you pass away. When your intended beneficiaries or executor/trustee take possession of your assets, they must pay a...
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Medicaid Asset Protection Trusts
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What is a Medicaid Asset Protection Trust (MAPT)? A Medicaid Asset Protection Trust is a specific form of trust that is created to more easily qualify an individual to receive Medicaid long-term care coverage. An...
The FDCPA and Unfair Foreclosure Practices
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The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (“FDCPA”) provides a powerful shield against aggressive debt collection tactics. The Act sets out requirements for debt collectors when attempting to collect a debt, and...
The Internet and social media hold your essential documents and information, digital property, and cherished memories. If you keep important documents and memories on the “cloud” or on Internet platforms, these items...
What is the role of a Guardian Ad Litem in a divorce?
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Going through a divorce can be a difficult and emotional process for everyone involved, especially for children. A Guardian Ad Litem (GAL) is a person appointed by the court to represent the best interests of the child...