LLC Management: Who Should Run The Shop?
Determining who will manage the day-to-day affairs of your business is an important decision. You need to know, at the outset, who will manage operations, both for the success of your business and because the Limited Liability Company (“LLC”) Operating Agreement demands it. Luckily, LLC Operating Agreements are very flexible, and you can tailor the […]
Section 504 Faces New Legal Challenge
A recent lawsuit raises a fundamental question: Who decides how disability rights rules are applied – states or the federal government?
The State of Family Caregiving in the United States
An estimated 63 million Americans are serving as family caregivers. That is roughly one in four adults providing often unpaid care for a relative or friend with a disability, chronic illness, or other serious condition.
Prepare for Your First Individualized Education Plan Meeting
Many parents feel intimidated at the thought of attending their child’s first Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting, but with adequate preparation it can be an informative, successful and (relatively) stress-free experience.
QTIP Provisions Explained: Support Your Spouse and Secure Your Legacy
When you remarry but you still want to protect children from a prior marriage, estate planning can feel like walking a tightrope. You want financial security for your new spouse, but you also want to make sure your children ultimately receive the inheritance you intend for them. A QTIP provision makes that balance possible. QTIP […]
Gun Trusts in Maryland: What You Need to Know
If you own firearms in Maryland, you may want to consider including a Gun Trust in your estate plan. A Gun Trust is a legal tool that helps you hold and transfer firearms while staying compliant with state and federal law. What makes Gun Trusts unique? A Gun Trust is designed specifically for […]
Planning for Your Furry Family Members
For many families, pets are more than companions, they are part of the family. But what happens to your pets if something happens to you? Maryland law allows you to create a Pet Trust so you can make sure your animals continue to receive love and care when you are no longer able to […]
The Do’s & Don’ts of Administering a Maryland Trust or Probate Estate
Administering a Trust or Estate involves more than just handing out money. It means you must follow specific legal and tax laws and rules of procedure, stay organized, and act in good faith. When fiduciaries, such as a Personal Representative administering a Probate Estate or a Trustee handling a Trust Administration ignore professional advice or […]
Can Your Executor Handle It? 3 Signs You Picked the Wrong Person
When you create a Will, one of the most important choices you make is who will serve as your Personal Representative (aka “Executor”). In Maryland, this person manages your Estate and handles all legal responsibilities which requires filing paperwork, settling debts, paying taxes, and distributing your assets. It’s not just a title; it’s a serious job. […]