I agree with my colleagues, I only want to say that you should also make sure to discuss the issue with your accountant. You want to make sure that...

Can I take a storage unit company to small claims court for not recommending flood insur. when they've flooded from rain before?

You are unlikely to prevail on the issue of insurance; no one is required to recommend insurance coverage. That does not mean you do not have other...

Can I be arrested if I do not respond to a letter I received?

I say err on the side of caution. Show the letter to an attorney who handles debt collection and ask them what they think. Most attorneys offer a...

A bad debt from twelve years ago my father had a manufactured home repossessed. I am sure that he received some kind of

Speak with a probate attorney. There is a process for notifying creditors which will give them a chance to make a claim against the estate and your...

Ex husband declaring bankruptcy. Joint mortgage.

Speak with a bankruptcy attorney. Most attorneys offer a free initial consultation so you have nothing to lose with speaking with one.

When a Trust is listed as the sole beneficiary of a life insurance payout, what are the tax implications if the money sits?

I agree with my colleague, you should speak with a tax attorney or accountant. They will need to see the trust documents so that they can discuss...

CAN WE CLAIM AN EMBEZZLEMENT FROM AN ESOP PLAN ON OUR TAXES

You may be able to claim a theft loss on your tax returns. You should speak with an accountant to determine the amount of your loss and the year in...

Your all cash transaction might have to be reported on IRS form 8300 but that would be done by another party and not you. I agree with my...

Yes, speak with an attorney who handles insurance coverage cases. You likely have no case because you chose the insurance so it was not the fault...

I'm a widow and have a Revocable Trust backed up with a Will.

I would speak with an estate planning attorney first. The use of a will and a trust together may give rise to more complicated issues than just...