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What is a Power of Attorney for Healthcare and for Finances

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 07/28/2016 - 21:05

Power of Attorney for Healthcare
A Power of Attorney for Healthcare designates someone to represent you when you are unable to make decisions or unable to communicate decisions about your healthcare. This healthcare “agent” will be someone you trust to make all necessary medical decisions on your behalf and respect your wishes regarding life support, religion, and personal choices.
 

Be Aware of New Wisconsin Overtime Laws

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 07/01/2016 - 01:58

The Department of Labor has finalized new overtime laws. The new federal law, which includes Wisconsin, will take effect on December 1, 2016. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), 29 U.S.C. §§ 201-219, requires employers to pay workers an overtime rate for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week. With so many Americans working longer hours and not being fairly compensated for that time, the new employment law will benefit many individuals.

Tips to Save for a Delavan Real Estate Down Payment

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 06/11/2016 - 19:02

Looking to purchase a new home, or possibly vacant land? Coming up with an initial down payment can be tough for some Delavan real estate buyers. This is why our Delavan Real Estate Attorney has put together some tips to help you save for a real estate down payment. Read these fantastic ideas below:
 

Delavan Real Estate Attorney Lists 20 Closing Nightmares

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Thu, 06/02/2016 - 00:14

Our Delavan real estate attorney knows that when purchasing a home, not everything goes according to plan. Some mishaps could have devastating impacts on your home purchase and even stop the closing. When interacting with so many people (appraisers, buyer’s agent, seller’s agent, lenders, inspectors, title company personnel, insurance salespersons), you never know where a real estate nightmare will originate. Our Delavan real estate attorney lists 20 closing nightmares that could happen to you.
 

Elkhorn Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Stops Wage Garnishment

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 05/20/2016 - 23:16

If your wages are being garnished, or you know they will be, filing an Elkhorn Chapter 7 Bankruptcy will most likely stop the wage garnishment. An Elkhorn Chapter 7 Bankruptcy stops most wage garnishments because the moment you file a bankruptcy petition, an automatic stay immediately goes into effect. The bankruptcy laws are designed to protect you, and an automatic stay does just that.
 
What Is An Automatic Stay?

5 Positive Outcomes from Filing a Walworth County Bankruptcy

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 05/03/2016 - 22:39

Filing a Walworth County bankruptcy is a major decision that no one takes lightly. Although we all want to pay all of our bills in full, sometimes, life gets in the way. We may encounter an illness, a divorce, a medical emergency, or another predicament that results in uncontrollable debt. Bankruptcy laws were designed to help us in those types of situations, so we can get back to making ends meet.

What to Do When a Loved One Dies in Walworth County

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Wed, 04/27/2016 - 05:17

After a loved one or close friend dies in Walworth County, you may not know what to do. During this time of grief, it can be extremely difficult to thoroughly address the details of an estate. Clients often ask us what they need to do after the death of a loved one in Walworth County. You will find the following information beneficial when addressing the estate of a deceased loved one.
 

Walworth County Estate Planning Attorney Advises on Digital Assets

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Tue, 04/12/2016 - 05:34

Are you addressing your digital assets when planning your Walworth County estate? Digital assets do not solely affect younger generations, they affect all generations. Now that our digital world involves social media, emails, online investing, cloud storage, and more, you must address what will happen to your digital assets after your death.
 

How Soon Can I Buy a House After a Walworth County Bankruptcy?

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Sat, 04/02/2016 - 02:11

You can buy a house after a Walworth County bankruptcy. The most common types of bankruptcy are Chapter 7 bankruptcy and Chapter 13 bankruptcy. How soon you can buy a house after bankruptcy depends on the type of bankruptcy filed and the type of mortgage loan sought. The various types of mortgage programs each have different requirements.

Walworth County Real Estate Lawyer – Why You Need One During the Closing Process

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Fri, 03/25/2016 - 22:21

Many first time homebuyers do not understand the closing process. They are uncertain of what will happen in the near future during this stressful, yet exciting, time. Real estate buyers also do not know that it is extremely beneficial to have a Walworth County real estate lawyer on their side during the closing process.

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