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Ancillary Probate in Maine
- by Stevens & DayThe term “ancillary probate” is often uttered with dread – so much so that a good estate plan will often take avoidance of ancillary probate into account. That being said, if you find yourself in the position of needing to deal with property in...
Texts, Social Media, and More: Using Electronic Evidence in Court
- by D. Stevens Law In today’s world, much of the information we process comes to us electronically. We receive and transmit emails and text messages. We take pictures and videos with our smartphones. We post text and photos to our social media sites. In the legal...
Do I Inherit Anything When a Loved One Dies Owing a lot of Bills?
- by D. Stevens Law It is not unusual that an estate is opened and a number of creditors come forward with claims against the estate for money that they are owed. However, even if these claims exceed the value of the estate, that doesn’t necessarily mean that...
How to Avoid Getting in a Pedestrian-Vehicle Accident
How to Avoid Getting in a Pedestrian-Vehicle Accident Ask any Mainer to define ‘dangerous traveling conditions’ and you’ll likely hear about snow, ice, hail, rain, or fog… all realities of our northeastern climate that put drivers and pedestrians alike on high alert....
The Two Types of Smoke Alarms, Explained
- by D. Stevens Law Did you know that there are two different types of smoke alarms? If not, you are not alone. Most people assume that they are protected if they have any standard smoke alarm (and a carbon monoxide detector), but that assumption may be wrong....
Financial Exploitation of Elders in Maine
- by D. Stevens Law Maine’s population is aging, and some people see that as an opportunity. If you or a loved one have been taken advantage of, there is recourse. When it comes to U.S. states with high percentages of senior citizens, Maine nears the top of the list....
Driving with a Learner’s Permit in Maine – The Restrictions and the Risks
- by Stevens & DayGetting a learner’s permit is a pivotal moment in the lives of many young adults. It gives a new driver access to the wide-open road and establishes the beginning of what it feels like to be independent. But that’s just it – a learner’s permit...
The Last Will and Testament of Robert Indiana
- by D. Stevens LawIt is not often that matter of Maine probate law ends up making national news. One Maine estate, however, has captured the attention of many, including members of the art world. On May 19, 2018, Robert Indiana, famous artist and resident of...
Avery Day Joins Maine Tourism Association Board
- by D. Stevens LawStevens & Day Partner Avery Day has been appointed to the Board of Directors of the Maine Tourism Association. The Maine Tourism Association counts over 1,500 tourism-related businesses including restaurants, lodging establishments, camps and...
What to Do When a Loved One Dies (Maine-specific checklist)
The loss of a loved one is always a difficult time due to the emotional impact. It can also be a stressful time for those settling the affairs of the recently departed. For many, they have never been responsible for dealing with these matters, and this is uncharted...
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