law

  • The Dos and Don'ts of Writing Your Will: What You Need to Know


    Death is a topic that is often avoided, but it is a fact of life. Therefore, it is important to have a will. Contemplating life after one's departure can be challenging; however, it is of utmost importance to guarantee the proper distribution of assets in accordance with your desires. Writing a will may seem daunting, but it is necessary to get it done. This blog will discuss the dos and don'ts of writing your will.
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  • Can You Dispute a Will if You Don't Agree with its Content?


    When someone who was close to you passes away, it is often very difficult, and dealing with a contested will can make it even more challenging. If you find yourself in a situation where you don't agree with the content of a will, you may be wondering if you can dispute it or not. What do you need to consider if you're in this situation? What Does the Law Say?
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  • A Guide On Estate Planning


    Estate planning helps you determine the management of your assets once you die. The best approach to estate management is commencing the process as early as possible. Below is an article detailing some estate planning strategies.  Create and Update Your Will  A will is an essential aspect of any estate plan. Typically, the document details how you want your estate divided once you die. Most people take a casual approach to the wills writing process.
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  • Commercial Law: An Introduction


    If you're doing business, you need to know about commercial law. This area of law governs the rules for commerce and trade. Understanding the basics of commercial law is essential to avoid costly mistakes and legal trouble down the road. Keep reading to get your questions about commercial law answered. What Is Commercial Law? Commercial law is a branch of law that governs business and commerce. It includes all aspects of business, including advertising and marketing, collections and credit, banking, contracts, bankruptcy, negotiation, secured transactions and employer-employee relationships.
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  • Everything You Need to Know About Property Conveyancing


    When buying or selling a property, you'll need to go through the conveyancing process. This legal process can be difficult to understand, especially if you're not familiar with it. This article outlines everything you need to know about conveyancing so you can make the best decision for your property purchase. What Is Conveyancing?  Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring ownership of real estate property from one person to another. The term typically refers to the transfer of land or buildings.
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  • What to Do If You Feel That You've Been Unfairly Treated in a Will


    When somebody creates their last will and testament, the content is generally kept secret. Nobody may know its content, apart from any of the necessary witnesses to the signature. Therefore, it can sometimes surprise any interested parties to find out that they may not have been included in such a will when the document is eventually read. If you're in this situation and feel that you should have benefited from the estate, is it possible to contest the document?
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  • Why You Should Always Involve A Lawyer When Drafting Your Will


    For many people, a will is something they don't really think about for decades because death is just so far away from the front of their minds. However, when you do eventually sit down to really think about what you want to happen after you are gone, you might be thinking that you can do this without the assistance of legal guidance. While you may be able to get away with this in some cases, there are many benefits when it comes to using legal counsel for the distribution of deceased estates.
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  • What Types of Things Can Complicate the Handling of a Loved One's Estate?


    Your parent or someone else who was close to you might have recently passed away, and now, you might be wondering about what will be involved in handling their estate. In some cases, handling a loved one's estate can be fairly easy. However, there are some situations in which it can be a lot more complicated. If you are wondering if this will be the case with your deceased loved one's estate, then you might be worried about the different types of things that can complicate matters.
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  • All There Is to Know About Challenging a Will


    Will disputes can be frustrating. Besides the pain of losing a loved one, legal cases resulting from will disputes can make the entire experience quite overwhelming. Challenging a will is a claim to dispute or strike it out. It entails pleading a case to the courts that the will should not be considered the testator's (the one who made the will) last valid will. The process can be challenging, and in most cases, laws regarding will disputes will vary depending on where you are in the country.
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  • All You Need To Know About Due Diligence


    Buying your first home can be a challenging task. Other than choosing an appropriate home, you have to conduct some due diligence to ensure the house is safe to inhabit and that the purchase does not lead to legal and financial liabilities in the future. A conveyancer is a professional who conducts due diligence and deals with the legal aspects of purchasing a property. The excerpt below discusses what kind of due diligence your conveyancer should perform before you buy the property.
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