4 Benefits To Filing For Bankruptcy

Posted on 1 June 2016

If you're struggling to pay off your debts, it's likely causing a lot of stress and frustration. Many people who find themselves in this situation, wonder if bankruptcy is the solution. While it's important to consider the pros and cons to this option, there can be many benefits to filing for bankruptcy. Take a look at the following information to better understand the benefits to this big financial choice.  Get a New Start [Read More]

When Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable?: A Primer

Posted on 13 May 2016

You will ultimately find that many of the damages that you receive from personal injury cases are not taxable, although there are a few exceptions to this rule. Throughout the course of this brief guide, you will learn just a bit about what sort of damages you can expect to pay taxes on and which of those damages are generally tax-free. Physical Injury Most personal injury cases are filed due to the fact that the claimant has suffered from a physical injury of some sort. [Read More]

Three Estate Planning Mistakes To Avoid

Posted on 27 April 2016

If you have an estate plan in place, you're on the right track. However, this doesn't necessarily mean that you're protected. There are a number of issues that can actually make your estate plan less than effective. Make sure you know what these mistakes are so that you can avoid them. Not Revisiting Your Will A will is not meant to be an open and shut type of situation. If you made your will years ago and haven't revisited it, you're making a mistake. [Read More]

Frequently Asked Questions About Paternity Fraud

Posted on 6 April 2016

One of the growing concerns among men in the United States is the issue of paternity fraud. If you have ever been concerned about whether or not you are the father of a child you are meant to be legally responsible for, you may want to continue reading. What Is Paternity Fraud? When the mother of a child names a man as the biological father in spite of the fact that she knows he is not, she is committing paternity fraud. [Read More]

About Me

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.