Sometimes, after a person in Louisiana dies, an asset left to a beneficiary does not immediately transfer to that person's possession. If you find yourself in this position as the new owner of the asset, you may be wondering what will happen next. The legal...
For many successful companies in Louisiana, one of their most important goals is to hire, train and retain the type of talent that is continuously improving and receiving the necessary resources to become the next leaders of the organization. This process, while...
Louisiana contracts often define business relationships. They can lay out expectations and obligations, and they can be negotiated to ensure that all parties involved feel like they got a fair shake. However, since the parties to a contract sign off on his terms,...
When you are already reeling from the stress of rebuilding your home after the traumatic flooding in Louisiana, the last thing you need to deal with is the dishonesty of contractors who advertise themselves as someone you can rely on for effective repairs. Because...
Recently on this Louisiana blog, we talked about the decision between leasing and purchasing commercial real estate. It is a big choice to make, and one that can have significant financial ramifications for years to come. While many believe that purchasing commercial...
There are many issues that can make it difficult to successfully start a Louisiana business. As we discussed previously on this blog, choosing the right business structure is one of them. However, even after settling on a business formation type, a business owner may...
Many business owners find themselves in a position where they need to locate real estate as a place to provide their goods and services. The question then becomes whether they should lease the property or outright buy it. The decision can be a challenging one, but it...
If your father passes away, you'll need to wait for the probate process to conclude before receiving the inheritance that was bequeathed to you in his will. And if you're the executor of your father's estate, there's a lot more than waiting, which you'll need to do as...
Planning an estate is not a top priority for many people in Louisiana, especially those who do not recognize an immediate need for planning so far into the future. However, people who take the initiative to begin planning their estate long before they ever need to...
While there are certain times of the year in Louisiana where buying and selling real estate is more profitable and efficient than others, with the right tools and strategies, people can have a successful chance at completing real estate transactions at all times of...