Well, I thought about writing an article for this newsletter that would track the history of conveyance law, perhaps even a discussion of the Grantor-Grantee index, or the technical examination of abstracts. It occurred to me that this would be about as interesting as reading the Tax Code. Instead of…
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) is the Federal agency responsible for enforcing the following employment laws: Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VII), the Equal Pay Act (EPA), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Employees must file…
Family limited partnerships are often used as sophisticated estate planning techniques. When properly formed and maintained, family limited partnerships can provide a meaningful reduction in estate and gift tax, as well as creditor protection. Although there have been several cases that uphold the legitimacy of properly structured and operated family…
As 2003 is coming to an end, many people begin to reflect on the year past and begin to plan for the upcoming new year. While estate and tax planning is not often the foremost concern, it is important to remember that a well devised estate plan balances tax considerations…
The simple phrase “AS IS” is widely used in today’s transactional society. But what exactly is AS IS? The condition of the property is often a major sticking point in the negotiation of a sales transaction. Buyers usually desire assurances or warranties regarding the condition of the property. Sellers, on…