Losing a loved one is hard enough without having to deal with the complex legal and financial affairs involved in closing out their estate. As executor, it’s your job to handle all the big and small details to settle the estate properly. It’s a role that comes with significant responsibility. You essentially step into the…
Creating an estate plan is one of the most important things you can do to protect your loved ones. A last will ensures your assets are distributed as you wish when you pass away. It also designates guardians for minor children and takes care of other essential estate-planning tasks. But what happens when you write…
If you were injured in a car accident that was not your fault, you deserve to receive fair compensation. However, after an accident, insurance companies may try to lowball you and pressure you into accepting less money than you truly need to fully cover medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more. I know…
Suffering life-altering injury or illness after a doctor’s mistake sparks an agonizing dilemma – do you brush substandard care under the rug or pursue complex malpractice litigation seeking accountability? Medical liability cases require meeting rigorous standards to succeed. Not all physician errors, even those causing harm, legally constitute actionable negligence. In this article, I discuss…
After a car accident, most people know they can seek financial compensation for damages caused by the other driver’s negligence or fault. But how do you determine if you get a fair and reasonable settlement offer after filing an injury claim? As an injured claimant without legal sophistication, you enter settlement negotiations at an information…
If you face an indictment under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act of 1970 (RICO), it’s safe to say you’re in turbulent legal waters. The RICO Act has established itself as the United States Department of Justice’s best weapon against organized criminal patterns. But how does the prosecution build these complex cases in the…
If you’re over 40 and facing termination in California, you may be offered a severance package from your employer. Severance agreements often include additional compensation and benefits, but you’ll likely need to waive certain rights in exchange. As an older worker, you have protections under state and federal law when reviewing and accepting severance offers….
Raising a special needs child while trying to plan their financial future is often overwhelming. I get it. Navigating a legal maze of government programs and trust strategies is scary. You want to nurture your child’s life. But, there are options like special needs trusts that, if structured right, can provide resources without risking benefit…
For those new to estate planning, revocable living trusts can seem confusing. Unlike an irrevocable trust, you retain significant control during your lifetime. But what exactly does that mean in terms of asset ownership? Understanding who legally owns assets within your revocable trust is vital for correctly positioning things from an estate planning and tax…
Good estate planning hinges on a thorough understanding of the process. For example, what are the four main types of power of attorney? Most people have never thought about this consideration before–until they had to. This guide aims to provide clarity to your entire estate planning experience. Read on to learn everything you need about how different…