Although most families at some point experience the ordinary public process of probating the affairs of a deceased loved one, they will avoid probate litigation, which only becomes necessary in the event of a dispute. The absence of clear plans...

For many families, navigating older age brings a mix of rewarding milestones and opportunities, as well as complex logistical choices and challenges. As loved ones age, their healthcare, financial, and legal needs naturally shift. When a sudden health diagnosis occurs,...

Not paying attention to why a cyber breach occurred paves the path for the next cyber breach. That’s why it’s essential for retirement plan sponsors to follow up with service providers after even a minor incident. Examining the cause is...

An injunction stops a person or company from taking an action — clearing trees on a disputed property, draining a contested bank account, moving forward with a business deal — until the court sorts out who's right in a civil...

Maybe your family is Mom and her lifelong friend, your third cousin who is like a sibling to you, her son (like a nephew to you) and also your beloved labrador retriever. Or, maybe family is your hubby, your child,...

When you run a construction company it’s easy to get caught up in the happenings each day brings: an equipment issue here, a materials problem there, a cranky customer on the phone, and the opportunity to snare a new project...

Contracts form the foundation of nearly every key relationship in business, from vendor agreements and client service plans to partnership arrangements. But when one party fails to deliver on their promises, a breach of contract dispute can disrupt daily operations,...

When creating an estate plan, most people are initially focused on who gets what. But there is an equally critical question that often gets sidelined: Who will actually carry out your wishes? Designating the right fiduciary—and preparing them ahead of...

Fulfilling fiduciary obligations around cybersecurity requires plan sponsors to oversee a complex network of recordkeepers, payroll systems, and custodians. With so many partners involved, answering "who can access what data" is rarely straightforward. Toward improved oversight, ERISA experts suggest three...

Even the most organized and conscientious among us is likely to leave extra financial and administrative stress behind us when we die. Think about it: even if you have been diligent with organizing your debts and assets, setting up a...