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March 11, 2022

Tax season doesn’t have to be a stressful time of year. And for many people, it’s an opportunity to claim additional money. Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, more Americans can claim larger Child Tax Credits and Earned Income Tax Credits for 2021.

March 3, 2022

This is the time to plan for your taxes for 2022. It is something to plan for now. The tax year 2022 adjustments described below generally apply to tax returns filed in 2023.

March 1, 2022

Recently, candidates for Michigan's next attorney general said they believed that Griswold v. Connecticut, the 1965 Supreme Court decision that said contraceptive purchases which were shielded by a right to privacy was wrongly decided. One of the candidates stated that, “This case, much like Roe v. Wade, I believe, was wrongly decided because it was an issue that trampled upon states' rights," said former Michigan House Speaker Tom Leonard.

Feb. 17, 2022

The Oklahoma Legislature started its 2022 session with a slew of bills that might be characterized as anti-abortion bills. Eleven bills were filed before the legislative session even started and is therefore setting a tone that the abortion freedom rights are to be further attacked.

Feb. 10, 2022

Former Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores is suing the NFL, and various other teams for discrimination regarding coaching interviews and was treated unfairly by the Dolphins during his three seasons in Miami. Flores further alleges he was pushed to tank the Dolphins in order to improve their draft position.

Feb. 9, 2022

The NFL adopted the Rooney Rule in 2003 based on recommendations made by the league’s Workplace Diversity Committee. It was named after then-chairman of the committee, Dan Rooney, the late owner of the Pittsburgh Steelers. In effect the NFL is attempting to do more than just placing the “End Racism:” logo on players’ helmets.

Feb. 3, 2022

In a Pennsylvania divorce, couples are expected to divide marital assets equitably and fairly. Unfortunately, some spouses go to the extent of hiding assets and finances to avoid sharing them with their estranged spouses.

Jan. 26, 2022

Your mom or dad has remarried. Regardless of whether you are happy for your parent or not, you might be wondering what happens to your parent’s estate if they die before the new spouse. Wondering about it can put significant stress on your relationship with your parent and their new spouse, even under the best of circumstances.

Jan. 24, 2022

Since legal costs rise and the level of verdicts seems to fall, Arbitration may be the better avenue to pursue a recovery. The higher damages levels causes a limitation may preclude Arbitration in many cases, if the determination may be less than thirty thousand dollars, Arbitration may be a better way to proceed.

Dec. 22, 2021

Life does not stop after losing your spouse due to death or divorce. Many people get married for a second time because they want to make a lifelong commitment to their partner. While a second marriage may feel like a fresh start, it is still vital to consider creating an estate plan to protect your finances, legacy, and loved ones.