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Buyers Beware! Stigmatized Property Disclosures

Posted by Angie Schneiderman | Oct 31, 2021 | 0 Comments

What is a stigmatized property? The National Association of Realtors define a stigmatized property as "property that has been psychologically impacted by an event which occurred, or was suspected to have occurred, on the property, such event being one that has no physical impact of any kind."  Usually, a property is stigmatized due to an emotional or unsettling event taking place on the property such as a murder, suicide, or sexual assault.  Properties can also be stigmatized due to a notorious previous owner or if the property has a reputation in the community for being haunted or being host to paranormal activities. Duty to disclose. Stigmatized property laws vary by state.  Most states do not require the seller to disclose events which may have stigmatized the property, making it the responsibility of the buyer to discover these facts.  Some states, however, do require disclosure if a death occurred on the property due to a condition of the home.

Coyreen Weidner Admitted to Nebraska State Bar

Posted by Coyreen R. Weidner | Sep 22, 2020 | 0 Comments

We are pleased to announce that Coyreen R. Weidner has been admitted to the practice of law in Nebraska.  Coy joined the firm as an associate attorney in April 2020 after passing the Iowa bar examination in February 2020.  Coy graduated from Willamette University College of Law in Salem, Oregon ...

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Issues Order Halting Residential Evictions to Prevent the Further Spread of COVID-19

Posted by Angie Schneiderman | Sep 03, 2020 | 0 Comments

Released on Tuesday and expected to be fully effective on Friday, September 4, 2020, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) have issued a temporary order to halt residential evictions to prevent the further spread of COVID-19 (“Order...

Estate Planning From the Comfort of Your Home

Posted by Karrie R. Hruska | May 12, 2020 | 0 Comments

As an estate planning attorney, I frequently hear people tell me that they put off their estate planning because they don't have time to address it.  Now, however, with the COVID-19 pandemic, many people do have more free time, so why not use this time to get your affairs in order?  It is advisab...

The Employee Retention Credit Under the "CARES Act"

Posted by Coyreen R. Weidner | May 12, 2020 | 0 Comments

 Congress recently passed significant legislation to aid businesses during these unprecedented times.  The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) receives much of the media's attention, but there are other aspects of the Act available for use by employers.  One of those is the Employee Retention Credi...

Nikki Nobbe named Partner

Posted by Unknown | Dec 11, 2019 | 0 Comments

We are pleased to announce that Nikki K. Nobbe has been named as a Partner in the Firm. Nikki joined the firm as an associate attorney in September of 2014, after graduating from the University of Nebraska College of Law. Nikki grew up in Rapid City, South Dakota and earned her Bachelor's Degree...

FIRM WELCOMES NEW ATTORNEY

Posted by Angie Schneiderman | Sep 29, 2017 | 0 Comments

Moore, Heffernan, Moeller, Johnson & Meis, L.L.P is pleased to announce that Kaitlin Boettcher has joined the firm as an associate attorney.  Kaitlin currently provides general practice for the firm, including Family Law, Employment Law, Estate Planning, and Litigation. Kaitlin grew up in Des Mo...

SHINING THE SPOTLIGHT ON ARBITRATION

Posted by Angie Schneiderman | Jul 11, 2017 | 0 Comments

On July 10, 2017, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) finalized a new rule banning arbitration agreements that prevent class action suits against banks and other financial institutions.  The rule will be effective 60 days after its publication in the Federal Register and is expected t...

WAGE AND HOUR ISSUES FOR EMPLOYERS

Posted by Maureen B. Heffernan | May 10, 2017 | 0 Comments

Summer Employment Tips:  Special Rules for Employing Minors Employers who hire high school-aged employees for summer jobs should be aware that the employment of minors is regulated by state and federal child labor laws. Depending on the age of the minor, different rules may affect the types of j...

Firm Sponsors Battle of the Badges Hockey Event

Posted by Angie Schneiderman | Apr 26, 2017 | 0 Comments

Moore, Heffernan, Moeller, Johnson & Meis, L.L.P is pleased to announce that it is sponsoring the open skate at the Battle of the Badges Hockey Event.  In honor of its continued tradition of  providing civic and pro bono services to the community, the firm has made arrangements so that the open s...

2017 FEDERAL ESTATE TAX REFORM

Posted by Karrie R. Hruska | Feb 01, 2017 | 0 Comments

There are two major estate tax reforms that could potentially be enacted in 2017.  The first is a repeal of the Federal Estate Tax.  The second is a repeal of the step-up in basis at death. The Federal Estate Tax/Gift Tax is currently imposed on estates with a value of more than $5,490,000.  In ...

KARRIE HRUSKA JOINS SIOUXLAND ESTATE PLANNING COUNCIL

Posted by Karrie R. Hruska | Dec 02, 2016 | 0 Comments

Partner Karrie Hruska  has been selected to join the Siouxland Estate Planning Council. The Council consists of over sixty Siouxland Professionals including attorneys, accountants, insurance agents and appraisers. Members meet monthly to discuss estate planning issues and advise of best practices...

Firm Seeks Legal Assistant to Join Team

Posted by Dan A. Moore | Oct 10, 2016 | 0 Comments

The Moore Heffernan Law Firm is seeking a qualified Legal Assistant to add to its professional support staff.  Experience is preferred.  Candidates must be detail oriented, organized, and able to effectively multi-task.  Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel and Adobe Acrobat and prior ex...

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