Real estate litigation: Disputes often arise during construction
Michigan residential building projects are typically a time full of excitement and anticipation. However, any number of things can go wrong, and homeowners are often
Michigan residential building projects are typically a time full of excitement and anticipation. However, any number of things can go wrong, and homeowners are often
At the beginning of marriage, most couples do not want to think about the possibilities of anything other than continued wedded bliss. However, all couples
Even when there is a legal will in place and a family member has taken adequate estate planning steps, the family left behind may not
Creating an estate plan is not just for married couples who want to ensure their spouse and/or children are cared for after their passing. Single people
The success of any kind of real estate deal can hinge on minimizing conflict and successfully navigating any litigation scenarios that may occur. Legal support
Regardless of one’s age or health, unexpected circumstances can leave a young person incapacitated and unable to make important health or financial decisions for him
There are many ways to manage and leave behind assets for loved ones. While doing so by a last will and testament is an option for
Most landlord/tenant issues can be avoided when leases and contracts are well-prepared and both sides are clear about responsibilities and expectations. However, even when there
When creating estate plans, families often make provisions for minor children, including the financial care and guardianship of those minors. However, minors grow up and
The buying, selling and renting of residential real estate property is a legal transaction, one that may be the most valuable transaction you make. Just like
Just as everyone’s estate is unique and valuable to them and their family, the process of creating an estate plan also needs to be unique
A year after his death, the family left behind by comedian Robin Williams is still having a dispute over items and funds the comic left
It is estimated that a large majority of young people have not thought about estate planning. The creation of an estate plan is often thought
Just as with virtually any legal situation, litigation related to real estate transactions or disagreements can be based on a variety of factors. Because any
Despite the best intentions of a family member, there are many circumstances that can lead to family strife or legal disputes after a loved one
Having an estate plan in place long before it is needed is a responsible step most people take the time to make. However, there may
Creating a trust and managing a trust can be an ideal way to handle assets and funds for loved ones. However, trust management responsibilities should
Most people may know it is important to have a will to express one’s last wishes in the event of a passing. But, knowing you
For most, a real estate transaction can be the biggest financial transaction they pursue. Whether a person or family is on the buying side or
Someone may work tirelessly for years or decades to create a fortune or amass a certain amount of assets. Deciding how distribute those assets or
It is wrong to assume that only married couples with children and a significant amount of assets should worry about creating an estate plan. Any
All estate plans are highly personal, yet many people fall prey to the same common mistakes when drafting their plans. By being aware of the
Owning and renting a vacation home anywhere may not be all it is cracked up to be for either the owner or the renter, especially
When a landlord decides to sell a building, the fate of those who live there can get complicated. A dispute may erupt and halt the
There is no such thing as a standard estate plan or plan for dealing with an inheritance. Each family’s needs are unique, and anything pertaining
Not all estate plans are alike, just as no two women are alike. The process of creating an estate plan is highly personal for anyone,
An individual or family may work for years or even generations to establish a successful small business. If the owner or owners fail to have
Once a loved one passes, the ensuing process of probate can either be smooth or it can be contentious and lead to family strife. With
For family-owned businesses, issues of succession form the center of all estate planning efforts. The manner in which a business is handed down differs for
For many Michigan residents, the primary purpose of estate planning is to ensure that their loved ones are looked after, and that assets are passed
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