Estate Planning in Regards to Digital Assets, Frequent Flyer Miles and Much More

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The modern world has changed estate planning in some important ways: Preparing for what will happen to your ‘digital assets’ is extremely important. Here, our Northeast Ohio estate planning attorney provides an overview of digital assets and explains key things you need to know about digital assets and estate planning. What are Digital Assets? A… Read more »

Four Tips for Ohio Businesses Negotiating With Independent Contractors

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Many companies rely on services provided by independent contractors. According to comprehensive data published by the United States Department of Labor (DOL), approximately 10 percent of the American workforce is currently made up of individuals classified as independent contractors. If your company works with independent contractors, you may want to put a written agreement in… Read more »

Is It Time to Choose a New Executor?

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What is an Executor? An executor is an individual who carries out the instructions in the Will a deceased person leaves. The duties and responsibilities of an executor are complex – even if the Will gives explicit written instructions. An Executor must follow the right procedures. This can take several months, depending on the property… Read more »

Differences in Estate Planning VS. Legacy Planning

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Thinking about our future is human nature. For when we pass on, we particularly want to look out for our families and children. Estate planning and legacy planning are two different ways for you to think about and securing a future for your family. Here are some of the most important differences between estate and… Read more »

Business Law: Non-Compete Agreements for Employees

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When you are in a business, several agreements and contracts shape how you operate. These contracts and agreements define relationships with your employees, third-party suppliers and other stakeholders. One such contract is a non-compete agreement, a commonly used contract that prohibits employees and other stakeholders from joining rival firms or starting a business venture similar… Read more »

Estate Planning Basics for Single Parents

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Estate planning is an important aspect that must be addressed by every parent. In the case of a single parent, it becomes more important because the child of a single parent does not have another parent to rely on. In case of a single parent’s untimely death, children need to know they will be taken… Read more »

Wills—Who Needs ‘Em?

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“What an awful thing to think about—death, and what happens after I die!” Because of this many people, maybe most, put off making a Will. The fact is that if a person does not make a Will, the state in which that person resides makes a Will for him/her. Often, it is not the Will… Read more »

Business Law: Background Checks

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Background checks are an integral part of the hiring process which allows employers to verify that the information provided by their potential employees is correct and enables them to learn about their credit and criminal records. Here are some important points that an employer should keep in their mind. Consent for Background Check United States… Read more »

4 Things to Consider Adding to An Estate Plan

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Estate planning may not be one of the most enjoyable experiences of one’s life. For some, it might remind them of their mortality, while for others it may simply be a boring exercise to set their finances and legal affairs in order. Here are the four important things that you should consider including your estate… Read more »