Future Homeowner’s Be Aware!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This is really aimed at cash buyers, or those making down payments by wire. The newest scam to be aware of involves fake wiring instructions being received by email to unsuspecting purchasers. Imagine that you have saved all your life for the purchase of a home only to have your hopes dashed and crushed because […]
6 Reasons to Start Your Business in Nevada
[vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-md-11 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_column_text]Nevada ranks as one of the top states to start a business,[1] so it’s no surprise Elon Musk strategically placed his Tesla Gigfactory near Sparks, Nevada. Read on for 6 of the reasons you should start your business in Nevada. Low Tax Climate There’s no income, capital gains, corporate income or […]
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy – A Quick Review
[vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-md-11 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_column_text] What is Chapter 7 Bankruptcy? Chapter 7 is the most common form of bankruptcy, where debtors can discharge almost all their debt while protecting important assets. Chapter 7 can only be used if your income is below a certain threshold, or, if pass the “means test.” Eligibility is calculated on your […]
Protect Your Pets After Your Gone, with a Pet Trusts
[vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-md-11 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_column_text]A pet trust is an option for pet owners who desire to provide for their pets after the owner passes away. It is a legal arrangement creating a legal obligation for a ‘care taker’ of the owner’s choosing, to provide care for their pet. The trust language also holds the caretaker accountable […]
Nevada Supreme Court Affirms Protections to Members of a Nevada Limited Liability Company
[vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-md-11 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_column_text] Many entrepreneurs and investors often elect to set up fictitious companies such as corporations or limited liability companies because of the many protections that such entities afford. For example, the law generally recognizes that a fictitious company, like a limited liability company (“LLC”), is distinct and separate from the individual members […]
Recent Changes in the MOPED Laws in Nevada
[vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-md-11 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_column_text]We have all seen them around town, those little annoying scooters called mopeds. Some may have referred to mopeds as DUI Scooters, since people that had received a DUI believed that they could drive a moped without registration, insurance or a driver’s license (typically those with a DUI also have their licenses […]
DIY Estate Plan, Is It Really the Way to Go?
[vc_row content_placement=”middle”][vc_column offset=”vc_col-md-11 vc_col-xs-12″][vc_column_text]There are many people who don’t consult with an estate planning attorney because they don’t want to spend the money. The truth is, they may choose to spend a few dollars now, without realizing they may be creating an expensive and frustrating mess for their heirs. Before pursuing a DIY estate plan, […]
Business Formations Frequently Asked Questions
Have you been considering starting your own business and becoming an entrepreneur but you have a few questions that need to be answered? Well, here are a few frequently asked questions our transactional attorneys have encountered from clients about business formations. Please remember, every person’s situation is unique. For direct answers to your specific personal […]
Estate Planning FAQs
Estate Planning: What you need to know When it comes to estate planning, do not wait until it is too late. So many people delay in creating an estate plan because they don’t think they own enough, are not old enough, or they just don’t want to think about it. It does not matter how […]
Why You Want your Transactional Lawyer to Understand Bankruptcy….& Vice Versa
When a company is on the verge of closing a major transaction, bankruptcy is the farthest issue from everyone’s mind. The excitement of launching an entrepreneurial or financial endeavor can make it seem unnecessary to worry about worst-case scenarios. Many companies rely on their regular transactional attorney to structure, negotiate and draft documents and only think […]