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Friends:
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We now have a Podcast, called “LegalEase”, just like this newsletter! Each episode will cover something of interest in the law. Come listen to our first episode, “How to Choose a Lawyer” on Spotify, on YouTube, or right here in this newsletter!
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Hope you’ll be in touch.
Your Attorneys,
Steve Bienstock
Josh Bienstock
SETTING YOUR EXPECTATIONS
If you’re thinking about starting a lawsuit, be sure you have realistic expectations. The facts of your case probably seem clear-cut but keep in mind that the Court world is not the real world. We rely on things in the real world that can’t be used in Court. The Court will only accept evidence that can be proven, not just what you KNOW to be true. Having a good attorney representing you can certainly help you understand what you’ll need for Court. If you’re thinking about pursuing legal action and want straightforward and honest legal advice, give us a call.
Q&A
Physical custody is where your children principally live. Legal custody is the ability to make major life decisions for your children, such as medical care, schooling, or religious practices.
What is the difference between Executor and Personal Representative?
There is no difference. In Maryland and Washington, DC, the person in charge of someone’s estate is called the Personal Representative. Other States call this person the Executor. Their duties are the same.
I had Power of Attorney for my dad and he died. Can I use the Power of Attorney to get into his bank accounts and sell his house?
No. Your Power of Attorney stopped being valid when he died. You need to open a probate estate for him and gets Letters of Administration. They will let you do everything you need to do to move his assets into the estate so they can go where his will wants them to go.
BELIEVE IT OR DON’T!
In Montenegro, 21 people competed viciously for the title of “laziest citizen” by laying down for the longest period of time. As of a few days ago, seven were still “down” after 463 hours.
A Vermont armed robber evaded police for a week on foot, bicycle, car, and kayak. By the time he was caught, he had practically completed a triathlon!
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Email our Paralegal, Carly, at carly@bienstocklegal.com
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