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If you’re a construction professional, your work and schedule can prove chaotic. Before, during, and after a project, you have to deal with agreements, statutes, and, if issues arise, possibly construction disputes. Contracts and the legal side of construction can be complex and a burden to you and your business.  At Hoegen & Associates, P.C., […]

Estate planning can be extremely complex, especially when the tax rules and exceptions change each year. So, whether you are creating your first estate plan, or you simply want to ensure your current one is up-to-date, it is important to analyze your wills and/or trusts each year. One of the most important things you can […]

One of the tragedies many families face is when a loved one becomes incapacitated because of illness or injury. This situation can be even more difficult when there are medical and financial issues that need to be addressed. Unfortunately, it is far too common that family members do not agree on how these issues should […]

5 Benefits of Working With a Construction Lawyer No matter the size of your construction business, an attorney in your corner can provide many benefits. They can save you when a customer sues, help you build your business plan, and put liens on properties when you don’t get paid. If having a construction lawyer on […]

Finding The Right Commercial Attorney For Your Business When you own a business, it’s imperative to have an attorney on hand, whether to draft contracts, handle lawsuits, or for added peace of mind. During the life of your business, there will be many occurrences where having a lawyer on your team will be beneficial. Businesses […]

When a person dies, whether they have a will or not, in most cases, their estate must go through the probate process. The probate process varies from state to state, but generally, the probate process involves the executor (typically the person named by the decedent in their will) filing an inventory of all the estate’s […]

  When many people hear the phrase “trust fund” discussed, they often imagine a child of rich parents. The misconception is that trusts are only for the very wealthy, set up for their “trust fund babies” to ensure they will never have to worry about anything financial in their adulthood. The reality is, however, that […]

  Many people know they should have a will, however, they drag their feet in contacting an estate planning lawyer to draft one. Because they have never spoken with a lawyer about estate planning, these same people often do not realize everything that a will actually is. A will is a legal document that specifies […]

When you sit down with an estate planning lawyer to put together your estate plan, one of the decisions you will have to make is to decide who you want to be named as the executor of your estate. This is a very critical role. This is the person who ensures that the wishes of […]

One important element in estate planning is the living will. A living will is a legal document that informs your physicians about your wishes for medical care at the end of life. These documents are especially critical in cases where the patient becomes incapacitated or otherwise unable to communicate. There are many reasons why living […]

It is always sad when a parent dies, but when their child is still a minor, it can be even more tragic. And it may be even more common than you think. According to national statistics, one in 14 children will lose a parent before they turn 18. This comes out to approximately 4 million […]

One of the most valuable assets you can have in your business is access to a commercial lawyer. A commercial lawyer serves as a shield to your business property and finances. Whenever you encounter legal paperwork or challenges, an attorney on your team can provide legal advice and assistance so that you make the right […]