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Should You Sell Your Life Insurance Policy?
Older Americans with a life insurance policy that they no longer need have the option to sell the policy to investors. These transactions- called “life settlements-” can bring in needed…
Attorney Billy Tunner successfully represents prosecutor accused of ethics charge
Billy Tunner, administrative law attorney, successfully represented a Clarke County prosecutor accused of intentionally withholding evidence required to be disclosed to the criminal defendant’s lawyer. The bar charges were dismissed…
16 Attorneys Named to 2022 Best Lawyers® List; 2 Named to “Ones to Watch”; 3 Named “Lawyer of the Year”
ThompsonMcMullan is pleased to announce that 16 lawyers have been included in the 2022 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America. Since it was first published in 1983, Best Lawyers…
16 Attorneys Selected to Annual Super Lawyers Virginia List
16 ThompsonMcMullan attorneys were selected to the 2022 Super Lawyers Virginia lists. 14 were named as Super Lawyers in specific areas of law, two were selected to the Virginia “Rising…
Virginia’s Newest Discrimination Law and Employers
In February, Virginia became the first Southern state, and the 21st state overall, to pass a ban on LGBTQ discrimination. Currently, this bill is on Governor Ralph Northram’s desk, awaiting…
Annuities and Medicaid Planning
In some circumstances, immediate annuities can be ideal Medicaid planning tools for spouses of nursing home residents. Careful planning, with reference to the specific rules of your state, is needed…
What Is Discovery, and Why Is It Important in Civil Litigation?
Discovery is a crucial component of civil litigation, as it aids both parties in getting the information they need to help resolve their disputes. The discovery process involves gathering evidence…
The Bona Fide Error Defense to the Rescue
On January 23, 2013, the United States District Court for the District of Maryland upheld a law firm’s bona fide error defense on summary judgment. In Yu v. Kevin B….
Using a No-Contest Clause to Prevent Heirs from Challenging a Will or Trust
If you are worried that disappointed heirs could contest your will or trust after you die, one option is to include a “no-contest clause” in your estate planning documents. A…
Using a Prepaid Funeral Contract to Spend Down Assets for Medicaid
No one wants to think about his or her death- but a little preparation in the form of a prepaid funeral contract can be useful. In addition to helping your…