How to Choose a Guardian
Your kids deserve great people looking after them. Thank goodness they have you! But without you, who would take care of them? The next person in line is your kids’ other parent, and that’s usually a good choice. But if both of you die, or if you’d rather the other parent not have custody at […]
Myth-Busting Matters: Wills & Trusts Are The Same
Wills and trusts. Trusts and wills. Often used in the same sentence, placed under the same area of law, and carrying a similar sense of fancy legalese. New clients regularly call us asking for one or the other, and are confused when we differentiate them. Aren’t they the same? By no means! While they can […]
Myth-Busting Matters: “Minor Injuries” Aren’t Worth Filing a Claim For
In personal injury, the extremes are so much easier to understand. Did an accident leave your spine looking like the end of a Jenga game? It’s pretty clear you should file an insurance claim. But what about something small, like a rear-ender at a suburban stoplight? In short, yes, you should. But why? Well, for […]
5 Tips for Being a Personal Representative
So you’ve been named as personal representative, also known as the executor, of a loved one’s estate. You probably haven’t done one before, and the job may seem obscure and complicated. The legal team you choose will be there to help you with the process, but here are a few tips to get you started […]
5 Reasons You Need an Estate Plan
Your estate plan. One of America’s least favorite topics. But taking the time now can save a heap of trouble later. Here are five reasons you should have an estate plan. Appointing a Personal Representative Your Personal Representative (also known as the PR, or the Executor), will be the one to manage your estate when […]
