A new paradigm is needed for the way family law is practiced in Michigan, and a new method called Collaborative Divorce is leading the way.Divorce is a life-changing event. A select group of attorneys can now offer a better way to end a marriage through specialized advanced training in Collaborative Divorce. This groundbreaking method revolutionizes the way couples divorce. It addresses your legal, financial, and emotional needs and achieves the...more
The law is a body of rules that is designed to control the blameworthy conduct of individuals. And whilst a lot of people may not agree with the existence of the law it is still an important and irreplaceable aspect of any society. But to curb the improper application of the law it is important to set down a few things that are expected of a good legal system.There can never be a functional legal system if it is not transparent. When people turn...more
There is legislation in place to administer all real estate transactions that take place on US territory. However, it is actually not the bureaucratic nightmare that many people make it out to be.The legislation is actually pretty straightforward for foreign investors, and not much different than it is for a citizen of the US. The only exception to all of this is what is known as FIRPTA.FIRPTA stands for Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act (FIRPTA) and was passed in 1980. It deals with how gains are taxed when a non US citizen sells their piece of property.Prior to 1980, there was really nothing in the US Real Estate Legislation that encouraged tax compliance when a foreigner sold property in the US. FIRPTA changed all that. It imposes an income tax on any US property sold by a foreigner.To ensure collection, it also requires the buyer to withhold 10% from the sale price and send it directly to the Internal Revenue Service, the governing tax body of the US. Some states, like California and Hawaii, also require a similar withholding tax.This 10% is not the amount of tax due on the property. An advance payment to the government is required by FIRPTA. Once a tax return is...more
Legal documents typically contain a great deal of private information about the people that are named in those documents. That is why law firms and other related organizations typically retain the services of an onsite shredding service in order to protect their client's private information. An onsite shredder is a company that comes to your...more
Many of us worry that if we had to go into Residential Care would we have to sell our own home. Naturally our home is our prized asset, people wish to ensure that their home is passed on to their children or grandchildren.Accordingly, many people make a decision to transfer their home into the names of their children. It is important that you...more
One of the most important things to properly identify and manage before beginning construction work are hazards. This article will cover some of the most important hazards that need to be identified.However, what is more important for construction companies and contractors, is their legal obligation to manage these hazards.The potential consequences of incompliance of current Occupational Health & Safety legislation at both the Commonwealth and state level are simply not worth it.Ignoring construction site safety could cost thousands of dollars in fines or even lead to prosecution which would be detrimental to small and medium-sized companies and contractors.Below are just a small number of potential Construction Hazards that are likely to require attention on a worksite:* Silica dust - This is naturally found in the Earths crust, however, prolonged exposure can lead to health problems such as lung fibrosis.* Asbestos dust - Notoriously well-known, it's important to keep on the lookout for insulation materials, fire resistant walls and cement sheets where such dust is likely to be found.* Gases and fumes - This can be generated through welding, burning or even painting and can have...more
Thanksgiving Marks the Beginning of Dangerous Times on America's RoadsWhile a familiar holiday song labels this "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year," it is also one of the most dangerous times on our nation's roads.While we're giving thanks for so...more
You might not want to care about checking on a persons possible Arrest Records on file. You might think that those people that you encounter are hardworking and law-abiding citizens as well just like you. But it is actually an added benefit to you...more
Lily, a graphics designer, was facing difficulties with late payments from one of her clients, Trapeze Hi-Tech. They loved her work; however, they were always late in paying her, attributing it to inconsistent cash flow, and then coming up with a...more
What are the grounds for divorce in Texas? A divorce may be granted under Texas divorce law using either "Fault" or "No-Fault" grounds.Fault grounds include:(1) adultery;(2) abandonment;(3) confinement for incurable insanity for three years;(4)...more
An accident causes you so much physical and emotional distress that finding a reliableBoca Raton personal injury lawyer is near the bottom of your to-do list. But it's crucial to get one as soon as possible in order to protect your rights. Wading...more
Being injured in any kind of accident is always upsetting, but these tips from Florida Personal Injury Attorneys can protect your rights. If you're injured while walking, running or simply doing some errands in Florida, personal injury attorneys can...more