Like it or not, the law affects every aspect of our lives. Whether selling a car, expanding a kitchen or hiring childcare, people need to look out for their time, interest and money. Putting it in writing protects their rights and helps avoid misunderstandings, headaches¡Xand potential lawsuits. This complete home reference tool contains 101 clearly written forms (as tear-outs and on CD-ROM) covering the legal issues they are most likely to face every day, „X bills of sale for buying and selling personal property „X promissory notes for borrowing and lending money „X basic will form „X contracts for in-home elder care and child care and authorizations for when children are in other¡¦s care „X general Power of Attorney form „X releases to settle disputes „X contracts for home repair and remodeling „X forms for non-married couples „X general complaint forms „X and so much more.
Ralph "Jake" Warner, co-founder of Nolo in 1971, was a trailblazer in the do-it-yourself law movement. He helped make legal guidance widely accessible through books, software, and online resources. A prolific author and editor, Warner wrote titles like Retire Happy and Save Your Small Business. He earned his law degree from Boalt Hall at UC Berkeley and his undergraduate degree in history from Princeton.