Estate Litigation in a Pandemic
The difficulty of losing a loved one is exacerbated when disputes arise amongst beneficiaries or family members. Additional factors, like the coronavirus pandemic, complicate matters even further for those navigating estate disputes in West Virginia…
July 13, 2020
How the Unified Tax Credit Maximizes Wealth Transfer
Effective estate tax planning can preserve wealth for future generations and charitable giving. After working hard to grow and maintain your assets, estate planning is the key to preserving the fruits of your efforts. Many in West Virginia (WV),…
January 13, 2021
The Elements of a Franchise Agreement
As a hospitality business owner (or prospective owner), you must carefully weigh the advantages and disadvantages of entering into a franchise agreement with an established company versus building your own brand. If you choose the franchise path, it…
February 23, 2021
The WV Workers’ Compensation Board of Review: Changes in WV Workers’ Compensation Litigation
In 2021, the West Virginia (WV) Legislature passed Senate Bill 275, creating an Intermediate Court of Appeals in WV. The legislation also initiated changes to the WV workers’ compensation litigation procedure that became effective on July 1,…
October 30, 2022