Traveling in Germany last month, it was remarkable to see:  no plastic bags or water bottles, lots of wind turbines, and full employment. Perhaps this is what a 19% VAT (value added tax) on everything will supply, although I didn’t study up on Deutschland income taxes. Since returning, I’m seeing many articles on the impending […]

If someone you love has a disability, there are many needs to consider.  A disability may be the result of an injury or illness, starting at birth or happening later in life. Planning for the future care needs, such as for a disabled child, grandchild, brother or sister,  may be addressed comprehensively by creating a  “Special Needs” Trust.

Third District Court (Sacramento) Appellate Justice Ronald B. Robie spoke on barriers to “Access to Justice” at the Holbrooke Hotel last month, accompanied by five Associate Justices including former Nevada County Judge M. Kathleen Butz. Justice Robie addressed attorneys and guests of the Nevada County Bar Association and Lawyer Referral Service .

A full Probate Estate administration in California to transfer assets after death can be quite costly, and may take a year or more to complete. By contrast, Summary probate administration is simpler and cost-effective, using an affidavit procedure or one-time court petition. New legislation effective January 1st 2012 increased the amount of assets that may […]