Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Get Your Estate Plan Done When it comes to managing your assets and securing your family’s future, estate planning is one of the most crucial steps you can take. Yet, many people put off this important task, often due to misconceptions or procrastination. At JK. Winters P.C., we understand […]

Contract Laws in Michigan refers to a set of laws governing the formation, execution, and breach of contracts in Michigan. If you are entering into a contract with an individual or organization in Michigan, it is important to know how the state’s contract law differs from that of other states. With such knowledge, you will […]

If you own any property at all, you probably know about estate planning. You can decide what happens to your assets after you die, of course. But sometimes, people don’t pen a will or trust before they pass. Or, if they do, it’s not clear in its directions. They might even have debts that conflict […]

What is a residential real estate contract? A real estate contract provides the details as to a sale and purchase of a property. Specifically, among other provisions, the purchase price, deposit and financing, legal description of the property, and closing date are clearly stated. Such details are set in writing to make sure the seller […]

While estate planning and writing a will often go hand in hand, they’re actually entirely different terms. Simply put, an estate plan is a broader plan of action for your assets that may apply during your life as well as after your death. A will, on the other hand, dictates where your assets will go […]

“It Looks Like This Might Get Ugly” If you are saying or thinking this, you may be in a business dispute. It may be with a customer, a vendor, a business partner, an employee, or a competitor. And you soon may be facing a lawsuit – either one you may decide to file or one […]

Having a good estate plan can be critical to ensure your family is well taken care of after you are gone. Although the quality of online tools continues to improve at a good pace, working with an experienced estate planning attorney remains the best way to ensure assets are distributed according to your wishes and […]

Whether you realize it or not, you’re most likely already a copyright owner. In basic terms, copyrights grants someone legal protection for their “original works of authorship.” This can include a wide variety of works, such as paintings, sculptures, and even software or sound recordings. It can also include a lot less formal things such […]

Real estate law touches on every legal issue that relates to the possession or inhabitation of land. When someone rents or purchases a place – regardless of whether that spot is a luxury hotel or a piece of farmland – the transaction is often governed by rules that are specific to the jurisdiction where the […]

When you think of an estate, you may not think that you have much to deal with and plan for, especially if you are currently renting an apartment or living at your parents’ house. However, estate planning isn’t solely set aside for the extremely wealthy – people of all ages and financial situations can benefit […]