Elyse Dillard
Content Specialist at LegalShield

Elyse Dillard

Content Specialist at LegalShield, creating educational resources about legal and consumer protection topics. She focuses on making complex legal and financial concepts accessible to readers and has contributed to various educational articles on consumer rights and protections.
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Young business owner standing in doorway of her shop
Small Business
8 min read
How To Create an LLC in 8 Steps: A Guide for 2026

Setting up an LLC requires meeting certain standards for the liability protection it provides. To understand how to set up an LLC, check out the steps here!

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8 min read
Woman reviewing a document & researching the existence of a Will
Personal Property
5 min read
How to Find out if a Will Exists: A Full Guide

To ensure the deceased’s wishes get carried out, locating their Will is the first step. In this guide, we’ll discuss how to find out if a Will exists and what to do if you can't locate it.

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5 min read
Unrecognizable stylish woman walking by the airport terrace
Finance Rights
7 min read
Your Guide to Airline Passenger Rights

Flying can be a hassle even on a good day. Knowing your rights before your flight will help you navigate your travels with ease and confidence.

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7 min read
Close up of Asian senior woman calculating financial bills and receipts
Finance Rights
7 min read
Medical Bills After Death of a Spouse – Who Is Responsible?

We’re here to help you understand the basic steps of who is responsible for medical bills when a spouse dies. You'll learn when you may be liable, how probate works, and what protections exist to help you.

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7 min read
A crowd of people wait in the security line
Finance Rights
8 min read
Need Help Understanding New TSA Rules 2026? We’ve Got You Covered

We will explain the most important TSA changes 2025 has brought. We'll cover REAL ID rules, new airport rules 2025, updated screening steps, and new baggage rules 2025. By the end, you'll know exactly what to expect when you travel.

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8 min read
sign reading home under contract in front of house for sale
Personal Property
11 min read
Earnest Money—How Does It Work?

When you can keep it, when you lose it, and how to protect it in the contract.

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11 min read
Domestic kitchen burnt in fire
Personal Property
7 min read
What Is Loss of Use Coverage in Insurance?

We’ve laid out some basics of insurance in this article. You’ll learn what loss of use coverage is, how it works, what it pays for, and how to make sure you're protected.

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7 min read
Close up of a young woman having an Asian doctor's appointment
Finance Rights
8 min read
Who Is Protected by Privacy Regulations?

Consumer data privacy laws exist to protect you. We’ll tell you who is protected, what information is covered, how major federal privacy laws work, and when your data can be shared.

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8 min read
Woman working online to remve a name from a property title
Personal Property
4 min read
Removing a Name From a Property Title

The improper removal of a name from a property title can cause legal issues. Learn how to properly remove a name from a property title.

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4 min read
Couple discussing the details of the woman changing her name after marriage
Legal Picks
5 min read
How to Legally Change Your Name

Whether you want a fresh start or something different, we show you the process for legally changing your name. Learn more on how to get a name change.

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5 min read
Sad young man and woman getting divorced sitting at table with layer in office
Legal Picks
5 min read
How Can I Annul My Marriage?

We’ve laid out some annulment guidelines to help you understand the annulment process. We'll explain annulment requirements, the legal steps you need to take, and what documents you'll need.

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5 min read
Young woman planning a sustainable travel with laptop
Finance Rights
8 min read
Travel Scams – How to Spot and Avoid Them

Travel company scams are a real problem. With insights from one of our own LegalShield provider lawyers, we will lay out the common tricks scammers use and how to protect yourself from fraud in the travel industry.

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8 min read
Happy woman with man signing real estate agreement
Legal Picks
7 min read
How to Get a Prenup – Steps and Guide

In this guide, we’ll help you understand what a prenup is, how to get a prenup step by step, what it could cost, and how to make sure yours is legal and fair.

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7 min read
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