What is an Irrevocable Trust? An irrevocable trust is a type of estate planning tool frequently used to pass wealth, such as property (real estate), investments, cash, and life insurance benefits onto beneficiaries without the need for probate or for transfer of those assets upon death. Although the grantor of an irrevocable trust can include […]
A Look at Arizona Scooter Regulations If you haven’t seen scooters buzzing around the streets of Phoenix and Tucson, you might want to get out more often. Scooters are on the fast track in the valley and it looks like they are here to stay. Before diving into local laws that may restrict or affect […]
What is a Show Cause Order Show Cause is a court order or direction that requires a party, to show cause why some specified order or direction should not be made against the party. Alternatively, it requires a party to act in a certain way, failing which the court will act in accordance with the […]
ADA Floor Compliance: An Introduction Visitors enjoy a particular space when it is clean and uncluttered. When you have a business or public service area, you want the flooring to be the same. When floors are out of shape, uneven, missing mats, or strewn with scraps of paper and garbage, visitors get the wrong impression. […]
Basic Overview of Construction Contracts In every construction project, a written contract between the owner and contractor is essential for the efficient and accurate completion of contract performance and subsequent resolution of any issues that may arise Accordingly, a well-drafted contract will not only help the project proceed but also provide security for both parties […]
Release of Claims Form Defined A Release of Claims Form is simply a legal document that an employee and employer enter into to formally waive any employer-employee claims the employee may have against the employer in exchange for certain severance benefits. A Release of Claims Form may be used by employers to shield themselves from […]
Minimum Employment Age for Alcohol Servers in Illinois To serve alcohol in Illinois, you must of course, first be of legal age under Illinois state law. While the drinking age in Illinois is 21, the laws regarding what someone needs to be in order to serve to folks in this state is flexible and different.For […]
All About Legal Aid in Kane County Legal aid is a term used to refer to legal assistance for those unable to afford legal representation or to do not qualify for other free legal assistance programs. As with many larger counties, Kane County offers legal aid to its residents who can prove that their income […]
What are Ad Valorem Taxes? Ad valorem is a Latin phrase that means "according to value". In the United States, ad valorem taxes generally refer to taxes imposed on property based on the assessed value of the property. The most common forms of ad valorem taxes include personal property tax and property tax. An ad […]
An Overview of the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics Law enforcement ethics, which encompass the profound behavioral standards and obligations that guide police officers, detectives, and even administrative personnel in discharging their duties, are essential aspects of police work. These ethics codify the conduct expected from law enforcement professionals and have served as invaluable tools […]
