If your business has been hit hard by the economy’s downturn, then you’re in a position that many other business owners have been in before. You may be worried about collections attempts, concerned that you’ll need to let go of your employees or frustrated that you...
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Can you change a will after someone passes away?
If someone you love passes away, you may want to do all you can to fulfill their final wishes. However, there are times when their will won’t make you happy, and if you and others in your family feel the same way, then you may want to change it. Unfortunately, it’s...
Can you tell if your business partner is cheating you?
As a co-owner of a business in Lafayette, you’ve worked hard to get where you are. You and your co-owner both put time and effort into this work, but you’ve noticed that the other founder isn’t as invested as they once were. If you’re convicted that they’re cheating...
Lo que las últimas actualizaciones de DACA pueden significar para usted
DACA ha sido restablecido y el gobierno está aceptando una vez más a los solicitantes de primera vez en el programa. Además, aquellas personas a las que anteriormente se les habían concedido beneficios bajo el programa DACA ahora pueden tener sus documentos de...
What The Latest DACA Updates May Mean For You
DACA has been reinstated and the government is once again accepting first time applicants to the program. In addition, those individuals who were previously granted benefits under the DACA program may now have their employment authorization documents (EADs) extended...
What companies should know about unfair business practices
No matter how hard you try, your business may not always satisfy every customer or client. However, if someone accuses your business of using unfair business practices, you need to investigate that. Your company could end up facing a lawsuit over using unfair business...
When business partners have a falling out
When you and your business partner started working together, you likely had similar goals and a shared plan for how to execute them. Now, you two may have different ideas about how you want to run your business. You may barely be able to speak with each other and your...
Gibson Law Partners Welcomes Kathryn Wiley as Partner
Kathryn A. Wiley joined the firm as a partner in 2020. Kathryn received her Bachelor of Arts in Speech with a concentration in Theatre in 2003. She later earned her Juris Doctorate from Southern University Law Center in 2008. After law school, Kathryn became a member...
When is it necessary to challenge the executor of a will?
Losing a loved one is a painful experience. Your hurt may compound, though, if you suspect the executor of their will of misconduct. Their actions may stem from gross incompetence, or they may be nefarious. Either way, you might fear that you have few options for...
When can you remove a trustee?
Trustees have a difficult job and bear a lot of responsibility. Whether you are a trustee or a beneficiary of a trust, you should understand both the powers and the responsibilities of a trustee. You also need to know when a trustee can be removed and replaced. Many...
