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03/14/2024

Agricultural businesses have likely heard of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The CTA contains new reporting requirements imposed by the United States Treasury Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) obligating small businesses to divulge all “beneficial owners” that have a 25% ownership interest or more or exercise control in the entity and to keep such information up to date with FinCEN.

It aims to prevent financial crimes from being committed by shell corporations but sweeps millions of small family businesses across the country within its scope.

Agricultural businesses have likely heard of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). The CTA contains new reporting requirements imposed by the United States

02/08/2024

In Pennsylvania, where agriculture plays a significant role in the state’s economy and heritage, serve as vital advocates and advisors, ensuring that those involved in agriculture navigate the many legal considerations and requirements effectively.

If you or someone you know is facing legal issues involving your farm or agribusiness, contact the experienced agricultural attorneys at Hazen Law Group LLC.

If you operate a farm or work with those who do, there may come a time when you require the assistance of a seasoned Pennsylvania agricultural law attorney. Our lawyers have vast experience handling complex matters related to farming in Pennsylvania.

10/19/2023

Attorney Marielle Hazen of Hazen Law Group recently joined the hosts of WITF’s The Spark to discuss the basics of creating a will in Pennsylvania.

Attorney Marielle Hazen of Hazen Law Group recently joined the hosts of WITF’s The Spark to discuss the basics of creating a will in Pennsylvania.

05/08/2023

Congratulations to Marielle Hazen at Hazen Law Group, on being recognized as a National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA) Fellow! This is a well-deserved honor for someone who has demonstrated exceptional expertise and dedication in elder and special needs law. Your commitment to your clients and NAELA is inspiring and truly appreciated.

02/16/2023

A Living Trust, also referred to as an “Inter Vivos” trust, is created when you are alive. This is a more direct route for transferring assets on death, as a will must process through probate first.

A Living Trust, also referred to as an “Inter Vivos” trust, is created when you are alive. Whomever you name as beneficiaries receives the trust property when you die. This is a more direct route for transferring assets on death, as a will must process through probate first. You can create a rev...

02/14/2023

If you are considering the eventual need for nursing home care, you should reach out to a dedicated estate planning and elder law attorney. An elder law attorney can help you understand the expected costs of long-term care and work with you to either set aside money to pay for it or begin the Medicaid planning process.

If you are considering the eventual need for nursing home care, you should reach out to a dedicated estate planning and elder law attorney. Nursing home care in Pennsylvania is costly. Pennsylvania ranks 11th in terms of the states with the highest cost of long-term care, with a private room in a nu...

02/09/2023

Generally, most estate plans include similar elements. When thinking about an estate plan and what it should consist of, it helps to identify your specific goals.

No two estate plans are the same. So, there is no "right" answer for determining the specific instruments that an estate plan should include. Estate planning is an interactive process between you and your estate planning attorney, involving thoughtfully considering important life questions. Generall...

02/07/2023

Creating an estate plan will not only provide you with peace of mind that your affairs are in order well into your retirement, but it will also make what is often a challenging process for your loved ones much easier.

Most people create an estate plan to provide peace of mind for themselves and their loved ones about what will happen in the future. By its very nature, the future is uncertain; we never know what it will hold. For many, this is a common source of stress and anxiety. Creating an estate plan is

02/02/2023

A senior meeting with an elder law attorney should expect the attorney to listen intently, asking questions to understand the client's situation better. Only then can an elder law attorney provide effective guidance and assistance.

Issues relating to your financial future, as well as the future of your family, can be addressed by an elder law attorney. Clients meeting with an elder law attorney should also expect that an elder law attorney can answer their most pressing questions, including: What estate planning documents do I...

01/31/2023

An elder law attorney can help aging individuals and those dealing with disability confront legal, estate planning and benefit-related issues they face. Below are just a few reasons why someone may want to speak with an elder law attorney.

An elder law attorney can help aging individuals and those dealing with disability confront legal, estate planning and benefit-related issues they face. Below are just a few reasons why someone may want to speak with an elder law attorney.

01/26/2023

A special needs trust can be set up by anyone who wants to provide for a friend or family member who is experiencing disability or otherwise has special needs. A person who has a disability can also open up a special needs trust on their own.

A special needs trust can be set up by anyone who wants to provide for a friend or family member who is experiencing disability or otherwise has special needs. A person who has a disability can also open up a special needs trust on their own.

01/24/2023

When parents pass away, who will ensure that their child has access to the funds they need to continue with their current standard of living? A special needs trust solves this problem.

When parents pass away, who will ensure that their child has access to the funds they need to continue with their current standard of living? A special needs trust solves this problem.