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This week Angela and Steve update the Caravan of Hope itinerary and continue their conversation about the important of estate planning with real-life stories the negative effect there can be on families when there is a death with no will in place.

Angela addresses such topics as:

• How guardianship affects will-making
• Why and HOW to have a conversation with your parents about your will…and THEIRS
• The recent Lisa Marie Presley estate problems

You are listening to an episode of Ask the Experts on Talk 860 WWDB AM with host Steve O and weekly guest, LGBTQ legal expert Angela Giampolo.

This week we open with a short discussion of the Respect for Marriage Act, the possibility of it passing the Senate and what this might mean for LGBTQ couples.

Angela also addresses why estate planning is so important, giving us examples from some real-life stories.

Steve and Angela also touch upon the basics of real estate law and go in depth about the value of a revocable living trust to help you and your family avoid dreaded probate.

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You are listening to an episode of Ask the Experts on Talk 860 WWDB AM with host Steve O and weekly guest, LGBTQ legal expert Angela Giampolo.

This week we open with a short discussion of the Marriage Equality Act and how the repeal of Roe v Wade could eventually affect LGBTQ marriage.

Our main topic is employment law. Angela and Steve discuss:

• Is sexual orientation/gender identity protected by employment law?
• Who is protected by Title 7 of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?
• What are the limitations of Title 7?
• What is an “at will” employment agreement?

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You are listening to an episode of Ask the Experts on Talk 860 WWDB AM with host Steve O and weekly guest, LGBTQ legal expert Angela Giampolo.

This week’s Angela talks about the difficulties of divorce.

Topics include:

• What to do if you are served a divorce complaint
• What is the effect of “fault” in a divorce?
• How best to handle separation of assets
• Are retirement accounts safe from divorce?
• Who is responsible for paying attorney fees?
• What rights do grandparents have in a divorce?
• How to prepare for a separation or divorce
• What to do if there is abuse involved

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You are listening to an episode of Ask the Experts on Talk 860 WWDB AM with host Steve O and weekly guest, LGBTQ legal expert Angela Giampolo.

This week’s topics:

• What Pride Month has meant to the LGBTQ community during this difficult year
• The possibility and consequences of marriage equality being reversed
• How everyone can protect their rights within a marriage, including a few powerful forms you may not be familiar with, but you should definitely have

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You are listening to an episode of Ask the Experts on Talk 860 WWDB AM with host Steve O and weekly guest, LGBTQ legal expert Angela Giampolo.

This week’s topics:

• Pride Month review
• Impact on the LGBTQ community of the Roe V Wade reversal
• Clarence Thomas’ threat to same-sex marriage
• How anyone (especially LGBTQ couples) can protect themselves and their families through Life Planning
• The card every LGBTQ couple should have with them while traveling abroad

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You are listening to a special episode of Ask the Experts on Talk 860 WWDB AM with host Steve O and weekly guest, LGBTQ legal expert Angela Giampolo.

Up front, Angela explains the importance of having a rapport with your lawyer and why coming to Giampolo Law for your LGBTQ legal needs is a wise choice.

Then, Angela and Steve discuss some important aspects of estate planning, such as:

• When should we begin estate planning?
• Is estate planning only about money, property and taxes?
• How do we safeguard our estate planning documents in this digital age?

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