Will or Trust: Which is Right for Me?

One of the most common questions asked by our clients is, “What is the difference between a will and a trust, and which is right for me?”  Last week, I provided a brief summary of the differences between these two common estate planning tools in a vlog.  You can view the vlog here.  In this […]

Attorney Eric R. Johnson Joins Ruder Ware

Eric’s relatively low-key, calm demeanor tends to counterbalance the high-stakes, high-stress nature of litigation.

Attorney Anne Flinchum Joins Ruder Ware

A natural at making connections with people, Anne’s quest for knowledge, drive to understand situational dynamics, love of competition, and commitment to defending what is right drives her as a litigator.

Nominations of Guardians for Minor Children

With Mother’s Day around the corner, Attorney Ashley Hawley felt the timing would be a perfect opportunity to discuss nominations of guardians for minor children and a will. Her latest post walks viewers through the nomination process, the importance of successor options, and the importance of the temporary guardianship form found on the State Bar […]

Carefully Consider Carbon Credit Contracts

Carbon credits have been a hot topic around the country as a potential opportunity for extra farm revenue. However, like any contract, farmers should carefully consider the terms of a carbon credit sale before signing an agreement. There are several terms that could trip up the unwary signer. What is a “carbon credit?” A carbon […]

Are You Keeping an Eye on Your Form I-9?!

Recently, we have been fielding calls from clients regarding “remote” Form I-9 verification. The current rule is that employers can ONLY verify I-9 forms remotely for employees who are remote due to COVID -19. For the curious, read our FAQ below: 1. What was the rule pre-COVID? The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has ALWAYS […]

What is the Difference Between a Will and a Trust?

Attorney Shanna Yonke addresses this question in her latest video post.

Pain at the Pump: IRS Announces Mid-Year Adjustment of Business and Medical Mileage Rates

Due to the increase in the cost of gasoline since establishing the 2022 rates last year, the Internal Revenue Service is increasing mid-year the optional standard mileage rates for computing the deductible cost of operating an automobile for business, medical, and moving expenses.  Effective July 1, 2022, the optional standard mileage rates will be 62.5 […]