The Hull Law Firm

07/28/2026

Estate planning goes far beyond writing a basic will. A complete plan gives you the legal authority to choose who will manage your finances and make healthcare choices if you ever become unable to speak for yourself. Setting these guidelines early protects your personal wishes and ensures your loved ones have the authority to act on your behalf.

Planning for the future doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. A solid estate plan can protect your assets, ensure your health care wishes are followed, and spare your family unnecessary stress. Our step-by-step guide walks you through wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and more—so you can put your ...

07/27/2026

Is AI dictating your shifts and cutting your pay? Algorithmic scheduling often causes unpredictable hours and unpaid downtime for employees. Fortunately, Fair Workweek laws in many jurisdictions protect your rights. Read how this tech is changing the workplace.
https://www.npr.org/2026/05/03/nx-s1-5786926/jobs-labor-productivity-languageline-unionize

07/24/2026

Filing an EEOC charge initiates a strict administrative process involving employer notifications, potential mediation, and detailed investigations before you can pursue a lawsuit in federal court. Partnering with an employment attorney ensures you properly upload supporting evidence, respond effectively to the employer's Position Statement, and secure a Notice of Right to Sue within statutory deadlines. https://www.eeoc.gov/what-you-can-expect-after-you-file-charge

07/23/2026

Retirement planning just got a federal update. The mandatory withdrawal age for most retirement accounts is now 73. This change creates massive new opportunities to minimize taxes and maximize what you leave to loved ones. Reach out today to ensure your estate plan reflects these new laws.

The SECURE 2.0 Act made major changes to rules for required minimum distributions (RMDs) — are you up to speed?

07/21/2026

Drafting a comprehensive will allows you to designate a trusted guardian for your minor children and prevent state intestacy laws from overriding your final wishes. Consulting an estate planning attorney ensures your assets are properly managed through secure trusts, precise beneficiary designations, and binding healthcare directives.

Creating a will and taking other estate planning steps as a parent can ensure your wishes are fulfilled if you pass away. Here’s what to consider.

07/20/2026

Are remote workers actually finding it easier to balance their jobs and parenting duties? New research shows that working from home does not necessarily erase the struggles of juggling your career and family. Read the full breakdown of this 2026 study to understand the current reality of the remote workplace.

Working from home doesn’t ease all the challenges of balancing work and family.

07/17/2026

Many people assume they can take parental leave whenever and however they want, but missing key rules can put your job security at risk. For example, failing to give your employer 30 days' notice when possible could delay your leave. Additionally, you cannot split your bonding time into smaller chunks or work part-time unless your employer formally agrees to the arrangement.

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/fact-sheets/28q-taking-leave-for-birth-placement-child

07/16/2026

Setting up a durable financial power of attorney gives someone you trust the legal authority to manage your money if you become unable to do so. This important legal protection ensures your bills are paid and your property is managed according to your wishes. Taking this step while you are healthy allows you to stay in control of your financial future.

https://www.consumerfinance.gov/consumer-tools/educator-tools/resources-for-older-adults/financial-security-as-you-age/planning-for-diminished-capacity-and-illness/

07/14/2026

Advance care planning, including living wills and durable powers of attorney, ensures your medical wishes are legally honored if you become incapacitated. Consulting an estate planning attorney can help you structure precise, binding directives that protect your autonomy and relieve your family of agonizing medical decisions.

Advance Care Planning is a way of planning ahead for your future healthcare choices in case you become unable to do so.

07/13/2026

Facing an overtime dispute or misclassification issue? The FLSA dictates federal minimum wage and overtime rules. Read the DOL's official guide to understand the law. Contact an employment lawyer today to schedule a consultation.

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/compliance-assistance/handy-reference-guide-flsa