Reading Time: 3 minutesOne of the most common questions that comes up during estate planning consultations at my office is based on commercials on late-night television and ads that sometimes pop up on social media. What are those commercials selling? Title lock insurance. What’s their pitch? The commercials suggest that identity thieves may steal the ownership of people’s… Continue reading Three Reasons Why I Don’t Recommend Title Lock Insurance
Reading Time: 2 minutesProperty owner liability can be caused by many events, some of which seem unlikely. A recent accident in Waukesha County illustrates this fact. In the fall of 2016, the area was experiencing gusty winds. At the same time, a property owner’s neighbor was cutting his grass. A gust of wind struck a stand of trees… Continue reading When a Tree Falls
Reading Time: 4 minutesAirbnb has revolutionized the way people travel and experience destinations around the world. The platform, which allows individuals to rent out their homes, apartments, or even a room for short-term stays, offers convenience, affordability, and a sense of local living. However, as Airbnb’s popularity grows, so do the risks and liabilities associated with being a… Continue reading The Liability of Owning and Using Airbnb: Understanding Risks and Responsibilities
Reading Time: 4 minutesThere comes a time in some lives when adults simply cannot take care of themselves any longer. For some, this comes with a disability, others with injury or advanced age. In Wisconsin, these events are often dealt with by the appointment of a guardian. This article provides a brief summary of what a guardian does… Continue reading Understanding Guardianship in Wisconsin
Reading Time: 3 minutesAfter speaking to and meeting with thousands of people regarding estate planning, a few main lessons stand out. First, wise Christians see estate planning as stewardship of their assets and are happy to invest the time and resources necessary into stewarding those assets well. Second, a vast majority of clients are surprised by how noninvasive… Continue reading 3 Reasons Why Trusting Online Estate Planning Documents Is A Bad Idea
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Value of Legal Counsel When individuals are involved in a personal injury accident, they need to decide whether to retain an attorney. It is well-known that an attorney will charge a contingent fee for their services. Typically, the attorney will take one-third of any amount recovered as a fee. A calculation can be done… Continue reading To Get an Attorney or Not