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River Braun, J.D.

Freelance writer

River Braun was a business attorney in California for over a decade, assisting entrepreneurs on issues such as incorporation, contract drafting and negotiation, trademarks and copyrights, and general operations matters. He has authored thousands of articles on legal and business topics, including patents, litigation, entity selection, and business law.

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What Happens When Someone Refuses to Accept Their Inheritance?

It's hard to imagine anyone refusing to accept an inheritance from a deceased loved one, but it's more common than you think. Learn what to do if you…

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Who Gets Paid First Out of a Deceased's Estate?

Are you administering a loved one's estate? Confused about what debts you should pay? Learn the facts about debt priority here.

What Is the Difference Between a Trustee and a Settlor on a California Revocable Trust?

If you're confused about California revocable trusts—you're not alone. The legal terms can be overwhelming. Read on to learn the differences between…

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Forms of Copyright Infringement

Copyright infringement occurs on a daily basis. Statistically speaking, you've probably infringed on someone's copyrights at some point in your life…

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Maryland Laws Regarding Wills & Power of Attorney

Do I need a will? What about a power of attorney? Estate planning can be an overwhelming experience. Learn the differences between a Maryland will…

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What Happens if a Minor Child Receives an Inheritance and the Parents Are Divorced?

Is your child expecting an inheritance while still under the age of 18? Are you worried that your ex-spouse may mismanage the child's inheritance?…

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Are All Trademark Names Legally Protected?

Is your business name, logo, and slogan protected under trademark law? Learn what marks are and are not protected and how to obtain even more…

Can a Trust Own an S Corp?

Holding you financial assets in a trust can be beneficial, even when those assets include S corporations. But not all trusts qualify to own an S…

How to Copyright Music and Lyrics

Have you created a song, but you are unsure how to protect your work from theft? Consider filing for copyright protections. We show you how in six…

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Different Kinds of LLCs

So you want to start an LLC. Do you know what kind of LLC you need? Keep reading to understand the LLC options open to you and discover the right LLC…

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