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Living Wills and Estate Planning

A living will is a document you draft that stipulates what kind of treatment you want or don’t want in the event of an unrecoverable illness or injury that leaves you unable to speak for yourself.
Ronald HudkinsMarch 24, 2006

Last Will And Testament Considerations

Interest in a Last Will and Testament and other end of life planning documents skyrocketed during the coverage of Terri Schiavo's case, but interest didn't always lead to action.
Ivon T. HughesOctober 10, 2005

The Budget 2005 & Inheritance Tax: Has the Chancellor Done Enough?

Introduction'The Government's economic objective is to build a strong economy and a fair society, where there is opportunity and security for all."So reads the opening statement of the Labour Government's 2005 Budget.
Janine ByrneMarch 16, 2005

Divorce & Health Insurance

Recently, I had a question from someone who was going through a divorce and was concerned about lost health insurance coverage because she was covered under her husband's insurance.
Carolyn MaguraJanuary 17, 2006

Accident Claim With A Specialist Solicitor

Everyone has heard of an accident claim, but few people know how to deal with the traumatising experience when it comes. Life quickly becomes confusing and frustrating as you deal with physical pain and the bureaucratic red tape.
Mumtaz ShahNovember 02, 2005

9 Pros And Cons Of A Compensation Claim

Making a compensation claim looks easy and a good idea in the beginning... but as time goes by, you discover the catches and fees. However, by that time its too late!
Mohammad LatifAugust 12, 2005

Credit Repair And Avoiding Court

If you ever entered a courtroom, you know that the stress elevates, even if you are in the room for someone else. Courts are an automatic source for lifting stress. Moreover, to avoid the courts means we have to abide by laws and pay our debts.
Steven HallNovember 08, 2005

Corporate Records – Shareholder Inspections

You’re conducting business as a corporation and various shareholders have kicked in investment money. Can shareholder inspections of corporate records occur?Emotional AttachmentWith small businesses, emotions can run high.
Richard ChapoDecember 09, 2005

Tougher Bankruptcy Laws Take Effect October 2005

In just a few short weeks, President Bush’s Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act will take effect. In a nutshell, the new law, which goes into effect on October 17, 2005, makes it more difficult to cancel your debts under...
James DimmittSeptember 14, 2005

How the Jury System Should be Reformed

Our current jury system is ailing. It is beginning to fail us. O.J. Simpson being found not guilty is just one example of that problem. People with loads of evidence against them are found not guilty, while others with far less evidence against them...
Terry MitchellFebruary 04, 2005