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The people that you hire are a liability for your business. They could harass a co-worker or alienate a client, either of which could cost you money. They could cause an accident that hurts someone or damages your equipment.  They might also leave your company to...

When you agree to serve as someone's executor, you know that you're going to have to give up a lot of your free time. It can be a thankless job, especially if the testator doesn't have enough property to actually compensate you for your work. Still, you may be happy...

There are advantages that come from renting commercial real estate instead of purchasing it. There is less upfront investment required. There will also be greater opportunity to move to a different space when your needs change. Such flexibility is often crucial for...

People who plan their estates often include a compensation for their trustee or executor. After all, that individual has all the responsibility for carrying out their last wishes. You may have accepted this demanding role because you respect and care for the person...

Commercial leases are much different than residential leases because of the nature of the industry. The leases that businesses sign are often much more comprehensive than leases for homes. There are several things that you need to check if you’re considering a...

When you and your business partner talk about risk, you’re probably thinking about the risks you decide to take with the company -- changing your focus, reaching out to a new audience, taking on more debt and so on. But what if your risk comes from your business...

Signing any lease means making a major financial commitment to a landlord, but commercial leases often have many longer-lasting consequences than residential leases.  First of all, rent for a commercial space is almost always higher than rent for a comparably-sized...

If you have a sibling, then it's unlikely that things were always smooth sailing growing up. You likely fought from time to time, whether it was about who would get to sit in the front seat in the car or who did what chores. Conflicts between siblings don't end in...

Many people associate blind trusts with elected officials who want to assure constituents that their decisions aren’t being made to enrich themselves or their families or that there’s any real or perceived conflict of interest. An independent third-party trustee,...

Your best friend has recently asked you to fill the role of estate executor after he or she dies. You want to help and are committed to the role, but you are also a little afraid of the responsibility. In a best-case scenario, friends who ask others to become their...