When we think of gifts we imagine Christmas day, someone’s birthday or a special event in someone’s life like a graduation. The first thought that pops into our head is not taxes. We think of gifts as tax-free, and generally they are, but lo and behold, the IRS is a… read more →
When a person dies, her estate must go through a court process called probate. The process entails a special court called a “probate court” which will decide how the estate of the person who died (the decedent) is distributed. This process entails the distribution of property according to the decedents… read more →
Imagine a responsible estate planner who has written a will, a living will and has transferred much of his property in anticipation of death, incapacity or coma. The will covers his remaining property, the living will covers his medical decisions in case of incapacity and his previous property transfers have… read more →
A living will is a document that allows you to state your wishes and directives concerning your medical care in case you are unable to communicate your choices. It is essentially a blueprint for how you wish to be treated when you are close to death. Mainly, it will allow… read more →
Sometimes events in life can lead you to want to make changes to your will. Perhaps your spouse died and you got remarried. You probably would want to write your new spouse into your will. Maybe you had a bitter falling out with a friend and you wish to remove… read more →
There is a legal rule called the implied warranty of habitability that can provide relief to tenants who are having difficulties with their landlord. Sometimes the relationship between a landlord and tenant can break down and the landlord may not be keeping up with his duties. Perhaps he hasn’t paid your… read more →
Important Notice: KM&A is seeking former clients of Spencer Cohn for a potential lawsuit. If you were mislead to believe he was a licensed attorney, please call us at (412) 626-5626 or email lawyer@lawkm.com to speak with an attorney immediately. In most states, including Pennsylvania, a non-attorney agent may represent a… read more →