When Does a Conservatorship End?
When someone is deemed to be unable to care for him or herself, another person is able to petition a probate court for control over their affairs. That control is a conservatorship (or guardianship, depending…
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More Insurance Options Needed for Cannabis Industry
As medical and recreational marijuana become legalized in more states, the cannabis industry continues to grow. Americans spent more money on legal marijuana in 2017 than coffee; the industry is expected to grow to $22.1…
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Construction Industry Becoming More Diverse and Inclusive
More and more women are not only entering, but thriving within, the male dominated construction industry. Women were mostly in support-centered roles within the construction industry and never really had decision making authority, but that…
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2020 Federal Budget Omits Funds for Hudson River Tunnel Construction
Federal funding for the proposed $13 billion Hudson River train tunnel that would have connected New York with Northern New Jersey was excluded from President Donald Trump’s $4.7 trillion 2020 budget request to Congress. Deputy…
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Kentucky Notary Laws Updated
Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin signed a bill into law in the State of Kentucky that allows notarial acts to be done electronically and remotely. This legislation brings Kentucky’s notary laws into step with the Revised…
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Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill Aims to Attract Global Investment
Rep. John Larson (D-CT) and Rep. Kenny Marchant (R-TX) have introduced the “Invest in America Act” that aims to draw $125 billion in investment, create 284,000 jobs, and create many more opportunities for contractors. The…
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Guardianship in Michigan for Adults Who Become Disabled
Adults who were formerly competent but are now disabled or “incapacitated,” meaning they lose the ability to take care of themselves, may need to have a guardian appointed to make informed decisions for them. Guardians…
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How to Appeal a Civil Case in New Jersey
Filing an appeal of an unwanted trial court civil judgment can be a daunting task. What exactly do you have to do to appeal a case in New Jersey courts? Generally, the first thing that…
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New Mexico Guardianship Reforms Provide New Protections
New Mexico has enacted new guardianship and conservatorship law reforms requiring certification and training for guardians and conservators while setting up a standard grievance process for complaints regarding treatment of conservatees and wards under court…
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