If this is the first time that you heard the term, the concept of döstädning, or “death cleaning”, is not morbid at all. In fact, it is not limited to end-of-life activities but occurs at intervals throughout the lifetimes of many Swedish individuals. In Sweden, it is...
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How long will bankruptcy affect your credit report?
When you file for bankruptcy, the court gives you an automatic stay. You don't have to worry about collection activity, at least for the immediate future. The courts will dismiss pending lawsuits, and you can tell collection agencies that call you that you have filed...
4 reasons why you shouldn’t put off estate planning
The majority of people in the United States believe that they should have an estate plan. They understand that it is important and that it can help their family. If you asked them if it was a necessary step to take, they would tell you that it is. However, the...
How to know if it is time for a divorce
Marriage can be a wonderful bond between two people but for you, it may not seem that way. Relationships are complicated, and even the most stable of marriages go through difficult times. Looking at other couples spending time together may have you looking at your...
How long do you have to file an Ohio accident claim?
Being involved in an accident is scary, overwhelming, and can cause a lot of questions. After an accident occurs, you may not know what to do or where to turn. While this is true, you can’t wait too long to act. Doing so may eliminate your ability ever to recover...
Do You Need a Lawyer to Draft an Employee Handbook?
As your company grows and you add more employees, your exposure to employment related liability increases with each new hire. It also becomes increasingly difficult to assimilate new employees into your company culture as the number of people grow. An employee...
Is a cross-purchase agreement right for your business?
When you’re in business with one or more partners, you all likely want the business to continue to run smoothly and successfully if you lose a partner to incapacitation or death. A cross-purchase agreement can help you do that. A cross-purchase agreement is a buy-sell...
Understanding the risks of slip-and-fall accidents
Perhaps you take every possible measure to keep yourself safe. You may opt not to drive so that you can avoid an accident. Potentially dangerous activities such as motocross or skateboarding may be off-limits for you. Despite your best efforts, there is simply no way...
How to deal with a dishonest executor
Usually, part of the duties of an executor involves safeguarding the assets and property of the deceased. But what if they turn rogue and start stealing from the estate? As a beneficiary, you are likely to be affected by their actions, especially if a significant...
Older adults need to plan now to pay for nursing home care
Preparing for retirement in Ohio requires careful planning. You have to have a realistic idea about where you live and what your costs will be. Most people plan their retirements with expectations that they will live at home with their spouse and potentially travel....