Preparing for Your Disability Hearing: What You Need to Know

Posted on 5 October 2016

When an initial disability application is denied, this doesn't have to serve as the end of the road. For applicants who are faced with this initial decision, the administration will sometimes afford them the opportunity to have their case heard in front of a judge in what is known as a disability hearing. For the applicant, this process can be highly stressful because the information presented will typically determine the outcome of the case. [Read More]

3 Estate Planning Moves That Override A Will

Posted on 14 September 2016

Using a last will and testament for estate planning can address many issues—but sometimes at the expense of privacy and expeditiousness. While wills do have their uses, you can use these three methods to ensure that your estate property passes quickly to your beneficiaries. No matter when the will was written, and even if specific mention of a given estate asset is addressed in the will, these three moves will automatically override the will. [Read More]

Were You a Pedestrian Injured By a Bicyclist? Get Answers to the Questions You Have

Posted on 29 August 2016

If you were a pedestrian who was hit by a bicyclist and injured, you may be able to file a personal-injury claim to recover money for your medical expenses. However, if you have never been in this situation before, you may have many questions. Getting answers to these questions will help you to better understand what to expect if you find yourself in this situation. Is the Bicyclist Automatically at Fault if They Hit a Pedestrian? [Read More]

Faqs About Living Trusts

Posted on 25 August 2016

For many, creating a living trust is part of their estate planning. A living trust provides many benefits, but there are some drawbacks. If you are thinking of including a trust as part of your estate planning, here is what you need to know.  Why Do You Need a Living Trust? Although there are several benefits to a living trust, one of the advantages of having one is that you can help your estate avoid probate. [Read More]

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Family Documents: Dealing with Legal Arrangements

After putting it off for years, my wife and I finally decided the time had come to call an attorney and prepare documents related to our estate. From the very first consultation, we knew that there was a lot of work to do. Fortunately, our lawyer was with us every step of the way. Before we were done, our wills were finalized, we set up trust funds for the kids, and had identified guardians who would take care of the kids if we died before they reached adulthood. We even prepared living wills, ensuring our wishes would be carried out if we were too ill to make our wishes known. If you have not organized your estate, start today. I'll share how we identified our needs, and what it took to put everything in place. I promise that once the job is done, you'll sleep better at night.