by Thurman Law Firm | Nov 21, 2013 | Thurman Law Firm
Upon being arrested the accused often has several weeks, if not months, before charges are formally filed with the Court. In these situations the accused is released on what is called “pending application of warrant” or P.A.W. This is a confusing time as many assume...
by Thurman Law Firm | Nov 1, 2013 | Thurman Law Firm
Sometimes a person (“Principal”) is unable to be present to perform a task, such as executing a real estate sale contract, completing a closing, or selling a motor vehicle. The power of attorney (“POA”) is a means to authorize another person (“Agent”) to perform a...
by Thurman Law Firm | Oct 2, 2013 | Thurman Law Firm
Upon termination of the tenancy, whether at the end of the lease term or otherwise, the Landlord expects the Tenant to vacate the rental premises, leave the premises clean and in good condition, and as a part of same to remove all of the Tenant’s personal property. ...
by Thurman Law Firm | Sep 10, 2013 | Thurman Law Firm
The legal procedures to terminate a lease tenancy, and for the eviction of a Tenant, are provided in the lease and by law. Where inconsistent, the statutory requirements govern. From time to time we hear from our Landlord clients their “understanding” of a reason why...
by Thurman Law Firm | Jul 9, 2013 | Thurman Law Firm
Recent studies show that the divorce rate among adults 50 and older doubled between 1990 to 2010. It is now estimated that 1 in 4 divorces in the United States are in that age group. This phenomena, known as “gray divorce”, can be economically devastating,...
by Thurman Law Firm | Jun 12, 2013 | Thurman Law Firm
Some common misunderstandings frequently heard when discussing the use of trusts are “we’re too young to have a trust”; “we don’t own enough for a trust”. Many individuals, and even some practitioners, believe young families with children don’t need trust based...
