How To Become A Freelance Court Reporter

Posted on 22 March 2016

There is a high demand for professionals with court reporting skills and there are many opportunities for freelance court reporters. If you are looking to start a new home-based career, or you want to add to the services you currently offer to your clients as a virtual assistant, court reporting can allow you to expand your service menu and grow your client base. Equipment To get started, you must have the proper equipment. [Read More]

3 Facts About Disability Insurance

Posted on 19 February 2016

Disability insurance is an essential type of coverage that protects your income if you are injured or sick and unable to work. Choosing the right policy can be difficult if you aren't aware of a few details about disability insurance. Here are three facts about disability insurance that you may not know. Short-Term and Long-Term Coverage Gap Insurers typically offer two types of disability insurance: long-term and short-term. Short-term disability is intended for situations where you will only be out of work for a few months, while long-term coverage is meant to cover income for a period of many years. [Read More]

Working Outside And Frostbite: Can You Get Worker's Compensation?

Posted on 3 February 2016

For many places in the northern United States, below freezing temperatures are a part of life. Which means work doesn't stop just because it's cold and windy. So is there anything you can do if you suffer from a weather-related injury while working? Luckily for most full-time employees, worker's compensation is available, but many do not know how to use the service and what to use it for. What is Worker's Compensation? [Read More]

Financial Moves Not To Make During Your Divorce

Posted on 14 January 2016

Divorce can be an emotionally draining ordeal, sometimes leading to some bad decision making. Particularly when it comes to financial matters, these bad decisions can sometimes haunt you for several years post-divorce. Take steps now, before your divorce is final, to ensure that your financial future is protected and as worry-free as possible. Read on to learn more about the financial moves not to make during your divorce. Not having a full understanding of your financial situation. [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.