March 2019 Archives
Planning for long-term care
Even though many people in Connecticut believe that they will never need long-term care, the issue is more prevalent now than ever before given how health care costs have been going up lately. And, as touchy as the subject may be, people need to prepare for it beforehand so that when the time comes they are financially and emotionally ready.
People may delay estate plans due to family concerns
Connecticut residents with substantial amounts of wealth are often concerned about how to navigate sensitive family relationships when making an estate plan. In many cases, the more complex details of estate planning reflect family concerns rather than difficulty dealing with the funds themselves. This was reflected in one survey conducted by Key Private Bank of its clients with at least $2 million in assets for investment.
Dementia diagnoses present the need for elder care planning
Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia affect a significant number of people. If you have a loved one who recently received this type of diagnosis, you may understandably wonder what the condition will mean for his or her future as well as the future of your family. As much as you may want to provide the care your loved one needs, it is not always possible to do so on your own.
How insurance impacts business acquisitions
Some business owners in Connecticut may find that it's beneficial to acquire other companies. However, it is important to complete due diligence prior to making an acquisition official. One step in the due diligence process is to look for any liabilities that the target may have. Once an acquisition becomes the official, the acquiring company generally becomes responsible for some or all of those liabilities.
The importance of registering a trademark
In order to thrive and build good relationships with their customers, businesses in Connecticut have to build a strong brand that evokes the right emotions in their customers' minds. One way of achieving this is through the use of a unique and recognizable company name and logo. However, a business may fall into trouble, be it from a legal or marketing perspective, if these designs or names are already in use by other businesses, which is why it is always advisable for a company to protect its trademark.
