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  • articleWhat Is a Promissory Note? Definition, Examples, and Uses

    …loan.  Legal action. As a last resort, the lender may file a lawsuit against the borrower to recover the unpaid debt. If successful, the court may allow the lender to…

  • articleCommon Law Marriage in New York: Facts and Alternatives

    …can push very high-earning married couples into a very high tax bracket. Domestic partners can avoid this marriage penalty because they file as singles. Are domestic partnerships recognized everywhere…

  • articleAlimony in California: What You Should Know

    …the court to immediately begin spousal support modification proceedings. That’s because it can only change the amount as far back as the date you file the request. That said…

  • articleWhat Is an Irrevocable Contract?

    …of certain information (such as financial or medical information), or to waive the right to file a lien against property. Waivers and releases typically contain provisions stating that the waiver…

  • articleHow to Form an LLC for Real Estate Investments: Pros & Cons

    …income tax by sheltering income property from double taxation. The LLC can file an information-only tax return with the IRS. This federal tax election shows profits and losses for…

  • articleWhat to Do When You Lose Your Promissory Note

    …kept in a separate place from the originals. Scanned or photographed images of the documents also can be kept in a computer file. Even if the original note is lost…

  • articleHow to Get a Hyphenated Last Name

    …divorce decree. Otherwise, you may need to file a petition with the court for a legal name change. This generally involves filling out a form and paying a fee. Check…

  • articleWhat Is Breach of Contract? Definition and Examples

    …of these parties are now in breach of contract. How to file breach of contract lawsuits When a party fails to meet their contractual obligations, you can take legal action…

  • articleHow to Appoint a Corporate Officer

    …shareholders, many states require corporations to file updates with their Secretary of State’s (SOS) office or similar state authority when officer appointments change.  What is the difference between officers…

  • articleCreating a Breach of Contract Notice

    …taken. It is not necessary to specify exactly what that legal action is. Your next step may be to have an attorney send a demand letter or  file a lawsuit