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Virginia Hammerle

Virginia Hammerle is a contributing columnist to The Dallas Morning News and writes weekly articles and blogs on legal issues confronting seniors and their families.
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Business Law

A Royal Pain in the Arse: Dealing with Unruly Members in the Family Business

A self-described “spare,” Prince Harry is a prime example of a problem-child in a family business.  The British Royal Family, sometimes referred to as “The...
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Estate Planning

A Tale of Two Wills: Scribbled Words Have Unexpected Effect

By all accounts Bobby had been a busy man in his 77 years on earth. He fathered 4 children. He married 4 times (although...
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Legal Talk

The Mentality of Mental Illness: No Cure Means Creative Action

The life cycle of a crisis is as follows: facts - media – CRISIS – hand-wringing – government handouts – facts.  We have a full-blown...
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Probate

Astronauts and Their Artifacts: How a Little Hammer from the Apollo 12 Mission Made Texas Law

On November 24, 1969, Apollo 12 returned to Earth after completing a successful journey to the moon. Aboard was astronaut Alan Bean, who had...
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Legal Talk

A Bit of 2023: This and That

Welcome to 2023! Here are some things to look forward to. The Texas Legislature Thankfully, the Texas legislature meets for only 140 days every 2 years. ...
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Estate Planning

Light the Menorah – Respecting Jewish Beliefs for Health Care

Happy Hanukkah! This year Christmas falls during Hanukkah, the Jewish eight-day wintertime “festival of lights” that celebrates the rededication of the Holy Temple. That does...
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Legal Talk

Christmas Time is Here: Enjoy the Spirit of the Year

You have given everyone else their Christmas gifts, but did you remember to give one to yourself? If not, I have some suggestions that...
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Legal Talk

The Law All Wrapped Up: Gifts of the Season

Somewhere in Texas, there is a fire burning merrily in the fireplace, the air is redolent with the smell of turkey roasting in the...
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Estate Planning

Education 101: College Gifting With a Purpose

I spent 4 unforgettable years at the University of Missouri-Columbia learning about life and, in my spare time, picking up an undergraduate degree in...
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Estate Planning

The Magnificent Seven Takes a Swing – Is Your Estate Planning Up to Par?

It was on a warm, sunny day at the country club that 50-year-old Sam, who had just hit a beautiful drive down the 14th...
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Legal Talk

The Contractor List: Eight Tips When Contracting for Home Improvements

The Contractor List: Eight Tips When Contracting for Home Improvements  The homeowners wanted to build a pool in their backyard. In April, a pool contractor...
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Adult Guardianship

Guardianships Gone Good: Protections Afforded by a Guardianship May Be Necessary

If you are prone to think in absolute terms, draw conclusions without investigating facts, or believe sensational articles, then read no further.  That is because...
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