Brette Sember, J.D.
Brette is a former attorney and has been a writer and editor for more than 25 years. She is the author of more than 40 books, many of them about legal topics. Brette has written, edited, and consulted for a large number of legal outlets, legal websites, legal practice management software companies, online legal service companies, and law firms. She is a national expert on divorce and family law. View her work on her website.
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Do I Need a Will if I Have Other Types of Asset Protection?
There are a variety of ways you can organize your property to transfer to the people you choose after your death. If you have a trust or other methods in place, you may wonder if you really still need a will. Read on to find out.
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Do I Need a Living Will?
A living will is an important document every adult should complete with thoughtfulness and care. Doing so protects not only you but your family as well.
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Check Your Will Before You Pack Your Swimsuit: 6 Estate Plan To-Dos Before Vacation
If you're planning a trip, you're probably busy looking at maps and booking hotel rooms, but you also should take a few moments to look over your estate plan before you go. Find out why you'll enjoy your vacation more if you do.
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5 Myths About Powers of Attorney
A power of attorney can be a powerful and important document, but it's often misunderstood.
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4 Lessons Coronavirus Can Teach Us About Estate Planning
Coronavirus has created a lot of fear. Taking charge of your estate plan can help you ease some of those worries.
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Understanding Your Copyright License Agreement
When you own a copyrighted work, such as a book, article, play, or song, you have the right to decide if and how anyone else can use it. Giving permission to do so is called granting a license, which is a written contract giving the user authorization to use the work, usually in exchange for payment.
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Protect Your Business with a Noncompete Clause
A noncompete clause can help your business prevent employees from leaving and going to work for your direct competitors. Get the information you need to determine how and when to use a noncompete clause.
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7 Things to Look for Before You Sign a Nondisclosure Agreement
Before you sign an NDA, make sure to look for these seven clauses.
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Protect Your Business and Your Employees with an Employment Agreement
An employment agreement, also known as an employment contract, lays out all the specifics of the contract between an employer and an employee. Get more information about employment agreements and why you should use one.
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Creating a Nonexclusive Sales Representative Agreement
A nonexclusive sales representative agreement allows you to hire several independent sales reps to sell your company's products. Discover how to create and use this kind of agreement.
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