Georgians who live in Cobb might be interested to learn that a proposal to develop an industrial area of the city was withdrawn by the commissioner that sponsored it. The land-use proposal was withdrawn because of the controversy surrounding it.According to reports,...
Month: January 2020
Keeping beneficiary designations current in an estate plan
When people in Georgia prepare an estate plan, they may have some assets that are passed by beneficiary designation or another method does not involve a will or the probate process. Retirement accounts, life insurance policies and trusts all pass by beneficiary...
What a successor trustee does for an estate
It isn't uncommon for Georgia residents to name successor trustees. When an individual either dies or becomes incapacitated, the successor trustee may be called upon to administer the trust. A successor trustee may need to obtain a letter from a physician that proves...
DNA could be used to exonerate a person
Those who have been convicted of a crime in Georgia may be able to use DNA evidence to help overturn their convictions. It is not uncommon for a person who is charged with rape or murder to be found guilty of a charge based on witness testimony instead of physical...
Dividing IRA accounts in a divorce can be complex
Married couples over the age of 50 in Georgia and around the country are divorcing in far higher numbers today than they did in years past. Property division negotiations in a gray divorce are often difficult because older couples usually have significant marital...
Miranda rights protect against self-criminalization
People detained by police in Georgia and across the United States must be read a set of their rights guaranteed by the Constitution regarding those placed in police custody. These rights are commonly referred to as Miranda rights and come from the rights contained in...
Adding clarity to finances with a postnuptial agreement
Couples who have been married for a while in Georgia may consider using a postnuptial agreement as a way to reset their finances. This is a contract that exists between a person and their spouse. Since assets often accumulate during the time a person is married, the...
What to know about wills and trusts
There are many key differences between a will and a trust that a Georgia resident should know about. A will allows for assets to be transferred after a person passes away. It may also stipulate that other events take place after an individual passes. Wills are...
Frequently asked questions regarding eminent domain
The Fifth Amendment gives the government the right to take private land for public use with fair compensation. This is what is known as eminent domain. Why might the government take my land?If the government intends to purchase your property under eminent...
Kanye West dispute with EMI looks set for court
Georgia residents who follow developments in the music business will likely know that disputes between recording artists and record labels often become contentious. During a bitter legal battle with Warner Bros., Prince appeared on stage with the word 'slave" written...