By writing a will, you are ensuring that your loved ones receive the portion of your Georgia estate that you want each of them to have. However, the estate still has to go through probate, whether or not you have a will. At Boling Rice LLC, we often provide...
Year: 2019
What are common contingencies for real estate transactions?
There are a lot of tasks involved in a real estate closing. This is the portion of the transaction where you settle all last-minute matters before the home finally becomes yours. Contingencies must be completed to make the transaction becomes official, and they cover...
5 common estate planning mistakes to avoid
Studies show six out of every 10 American adults are without an estate plan. This can be a costly mistake for you and your family if you pass away unexpectedly or suddenly become too ill or injured to make decisions for yourself. However, even if you are proactive and...
Business lawsuits and current staff members
For those who run a business, litigation can be tough for countless reasons. Sometimes, these suits involve staff members, such as those who currently work for the company as well as those who may have stepped down months ago. These lawsuits may involve numerous...
Disagreement with business partners during litigation
Business lawsuits surface for a host of reasons, such as a customer alleging that they suffered an injury or illness that a company is responsible for, a dispute over a critical contract comes up or a staff member decides to take their concerns to court. However,...
Are you clear on what a living will is?
As you plan your estate for your end-of-life desires in Georgia, you have to familiarize yourself with multiple terms and documents. What do you know about living wills? The American Bar Association has everything you need to know about this type of will. Ensure your...
Drug addiction and estate planning
There are a lot of different topics that have to be considered by those who are setting up an estate plan, as well as for people who already have a trust or a will and need to make revisions. Life can change in many ways, whether someone passes away, marriage comes to...
Working through a lawsuit as an online business
If you run an online business, there may be a number of challenges that are unique to the field in which your business operates. For example, you may have very few in-house staff members and many of your workers may live across the country. Or, your business may not...
How does mediation resolve business disputes?
A business dispute in Georgia does not have to go through a complicated process before resolution. When discussing business resolutions, arbitration and mediation often come up. While arbitration is common, mediation can help with dispute resolution. According to...
Arbitration vs. mediation: What’s the difference?
If your Georgia business becomes embroiled in a legal matter, you will generally have one of three options for resolving it: Litigation, arbitration and mediation. Litigation occurs when a lawsuit goes to civil court, where a judge presides over a matter, both parties...