In today’s globalized world, estates increasingly include digital assets such as cryptocurrencies, online banking accounts, and other digital holdings. For international families, particularly those with connections in the U.S. and Germany, managing these assets in...
Year: 2025
Winter Weather is Coming: What You Need to Know About Slip-and-Fall Liability
As winter approaches, cities across the United States begin preparing for snowfall, icy sidewalks, and hazardous walking conditions. While snow can be beautiful, it can also create dangerous situations for pedestrians. Every year, thousands of people suffer injuries...
What You Need to Know About U.S. Investment Visas for German Entrepreneurs
Expanding or starting a business in the United States can offer significant opportunities for German entrepreneurs. However, doing so requires navigating the U.S. immigration system, including investment visas that allow foreign nationals to live and work in the U.S....
Injured in the U.S.? A Brazilian Traveler’s Guide to Protecting Your Rights
Traveling to the United States has become increasingly popular among Brazilians, especially to Florida, which is home to one of the largest Brazilian communities outside of Brazil. Each year, close to 700,000 Brazilians visit Orlando alone, drawn by its world-famous...
Inheritance and Bank Accounts: How Foreign Heirs Access U.S. Financial Assets
When a loved one passes away in the United States, heirs abroad often face unexpected challenges when it comes to accessing bank accounts and other financial assets. Unlike some countries in Europe where assets may transfer automatically, the U.S. probate and banking...
Forced Heirship Rules in Germany: A Guide for U.S. Citizens
When a U.S. citizen inherits assets from a relative in Germany, one of the first legal concepts they may encounter is forced heirship, known in German as Pflichtteil. This principle is deeply rooted in German civil law and ensures that certain close family...
New European Recognition Rules and What They Could Mean for U.S. Businesses
For U.S. companies doing business in Europe, the ability to enforce contracts and court judgments across borders is often just as important as the deals themselves. With operations, partners, and assets spread across multiple jurisdictions, businesses need to know...
Can You Sue for Heat-Related Injuries at Theme Parks or Outdoor Events?
As record-setting heatwaves sweep across the United States this summer, states like Florida, Texas, and California have experienced dangerous temperatures exceeding 110°F (43°C). Emergency rooms across the country have reported spikes in hospital visits due to heat...
Injured at Disney, Universal Studios or Another Amusement Park?
For many families, a visit to an amusement park is the highlight of their vacation — especially in Florida and California, home to some of the world’s most famous attractions like Universal Studios and Walt Disney World. These parks draw millions of visitors each year...
Sexual Assault Against German Exchange Students and Au Pairs in the U.S.
For decades, cultural exchange programs have offered German students and au pairs the chance to experience life in the United States. These opportunities are often life-changing — building language skills, personal independence, and international friendships. However...
