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The federal Fair Housing Act requires landlords and housing facilities to allow service dogs and emotional support animals, if necessary for a person with a disability to have an equal opportunity to use and enjoy the home. To fall under this provision, the person...
Don’t Disqualify Yourself Unemployment compensation can provide benefits during a difficult time. However, if an employee commits willful misconduct, benefits will be denied. In a recent appeals court case, an employee should have consulted an attorney to inform her...
A Will informs other people of your intentions regarding distribution of your assets upon death. A poorly drafted Will may not accomplish your goals because others may not understand your intent. This may lead other, especially disgruntled heirs (usually family...
ESTATE ADMINISTRATION: What You Need to Know About Documentation Estate Administration is an emotional roller coaster and, quite honestly, it entails a lot of time, energy, patience and flexibility. It doesn’t give you very much time to grieve either; however, that...
Review Legal Documents IT’S TIME: Wills, Power of Attorneys, Trust Agreements, and More The start of a new year is a perfect time to review the legal documents that you had a lawyer prepare more than five years ago. You know the documents I’m referencing. Wills, Power...