You may have read about it in advice columns, seen it happen to a friend, or even experienced it within your own family — a person’s death leads to estate feuds. No reasonable person wants their family to quarrel over their assets. But death heightens emotions, and people can begin acting out of character when there’s money involved. So, what can you do to avoid family fighting over your assets after you’re gone ... CONTINUE READING
Why One Man Sued Michael Jordan for $832 Million
Many people have been told they have a passing resemblance to a celebrity, and they usually have a funny story or two. To Allen Ray Heckard, his celebrity look-alike was no laughing matter. In 2006, he sued Michael Jordan for looking too much like him and ruining his life ... CONTINUE READING
Understanding and Using Your Miranda Rights
If you watch a lot of procedural dramas on television, you can probably recite your Miranda rights by heart:
You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you ... CONTINUE READING
