For North Carolina residents, debt is an important part of estate planning. A person needs to know how the law looks at their debts as well as their assets. Creating the right estate plan with both assets and debts in mind can help a person transfer their assets to...
Always ask a franchisor this question before signing a contract
For some, franchise ownership presents just the right amount of freedom and security as to be an ideal middle ground between corporate America and entrepreneurship. While admittedly weighted heavily to the side of entrepreneurship, franchise ownership has the...
Understanding the roles of guardians
When people in North Carolina are unable to make decisions for themselves because of incapacity, guardians may be appointed by the court to act on their behalf. Guardians may also be named in a will to take care of minors and others who are incapacitated following the...
Overcoming the “Do It Yourself” Mentality for Your Legal Services
When it comes to dealing with legal paperwork, there is a lot to handle. Making sure everything is properly filled out and that you have all the correct files can be a difficult process for anyone to go through. Trying to tackle the legal world on your own can...
Qualifying Your Parent for Medicaid Assistance with Long-Term Care
Medicaid is a joint federal and state program designed to help people with low incomes and limited assets pay for health care. In most cases, for eligible patients, Medicaid will cover the cost of a nursing home but not an assisted living facility. The laws governing...
Getting Your Startup Off the Ground… Legally!
Why a good lawyer is vital to your new business venture. So you’ve done it! You are taking concrete steps to making your dream of starting a business a reality! Now while you would probably prefer to focus on the creative parts of your new startup, it is necessary to...