9/20/2013
Kiss of Death: Hidden Danger in Lipsticks
When you, the consumer, buy a product online or off the shelf at the store, you expect it to be safe. But unfortunately, that is not always the case: defective and dangerous products often make it into the hands of unsuspecting consumers.
A recent article in the New York Times shows that even the most innocuous products may contain hidden dangers. The article explores the possible health and safety issue of lipstick, a favorite cosmetic of women and girls around the country.
What could be wrong with lipstick? Researchers have found that most lipsticks—four hundred, according to a report by the FDA—contain traces of lead.
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A recent article regarding important estate-planning tips for attorneys to consider mentioned the importance of a powerful estate-planning vehicle with a funny acronym. The article discussed how a QTIP trust could serve as an important piece of an overall Alabama estate plan.
First things first, let's be clear that we aren't talking about a little stick that's meant for your ear. QTIP stands for "qualified terminal interest property" trust. Qualified means it's property that is qualified for the marital deduction. Terminal means the surviving spouse gets the income interest during his or her lifetime, but that interest terminates at his or her death.
You really need to think it through before you add someone's name to your Alabama deed because it could cause a lot of unintended pain. Theoretically, adding your child's name to the deed to your home is a good move because it's a way to avoid the time and expense associated with probate. But doing so could create problems for you for a number of reasons.