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You may have heard of probate, but it may be unfamiliar unless you have dealt with a will. Probate is a process used by courts to enforce the provisions of a will. Probate also manages any disputes that might arise about the decedent’s estate. If there is a person named as the executor for the …
Petroleum, or crude oil, is a fossil fuel found under land or ocean floors that is extracted and refined into products like gasoline, oils, diesel fuels, and kerosene. These are composed of petroleum hydrocarbon compounds that can cause problems if they leech into soil or drinking water. As these compounds are highly mobile, they transport …
Experienced travelers understand the importance of buying travel insurance. Travel insurance coverage can include a cancellation policy as well as adverse events that might take place during the trip. Yet, even if you have a paid policy in place, it can still be challenging to make claims and receive what you are rightfully owed. With …
By Robert S. Schwartz, Esq. Build Back Better Act Legislative Process On November 19, 2021, the House of Representatives passed a version of President Biden’s Build Back Better Act (“BBB”). Unfortunately, the Office of the Clerk of the House does not update legislative text as neatly as one would like. Consequently, since the passed House …
Arsenic from rocks, soil, pesticides, and industrial pollution can seep into U.S. drinking water supplies. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) originally limited the public water system maximum contaminant level to 50 parts per billion (ppb), but in 2006, the EPA’s Final Arsenic rule lowered the limit to 10 ppb. In New Jersey, it is …
It is estimated that about half of the people in the United States die without having a will in place. It is likely that many people do not understand exactly what happens to their assets once they pass away without having a will in place. While designing a will might not be a pleasant task, …
Losing a spouse at any point in your life is earth shattering. Navigating this emotional toll can leave some people feeling lost. However, there are many items you need to tend to after losing a spouse. One of the last items on your mind, but also one of the most important, is your own estate …
When you file an insurance claim, your insurance company may drag their feet. If they do that or act in other questionable ways, they may be acting in bad faith. Bad faith occurs when an insurance company acts in a way that violates its duty to their policyholders. Insurance companies must treat people fairly and …
In 1976, the U.S. government established the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA). This act gave the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the authority to control the lifecycle of hazardous waste, including: Generation. Transportation. Treatment. Storage. Disposal. The RCRA was enacted because Congress recognized the risks inherent in safely managing large volumes of hazardous waste. They …
People tend to put off creating an estate plan because they do not like thinking about sensitive topics, but it is important not to procrastinate. The holiday season can actually be a good time to create an estate plan, even though it may not seem that way at first glance. You can make your estate …
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