When you have finally amassed a sizable fortune and an estate worthy of passing it on to your heirs. it might finally be time to sit down with an estate planning lawyer. It helps to have some idea of what you want to leave to whom. Here are some tips to help make the visit smoother and easier.
Make a List and Assign Assets
First and foremost, make a list of your assets.…
When it comes to personal injury law, one of the biggest challenges is determining how your pre-existing conditions may have affected the situation. It’s made more difficult because every state has its own regulations about how to handle those cases. If you’re facing a personal injury case with a pre-existing condition, you’ll want to be sure that you understand exactly how that condition affects the case. Here’s what you should know before you file.…
Public places have the responsibility to keep their place of business safe for visitors, and they even carry liability insurance to cover accidents. However, just because these are the general rules, it does not always mean if you slip and fall in a store, restaurant, or other place of business, they will step up and make sure you are taken care of. In fact, it is not at all uncommon for places to try to avoid their own liability by blaming you for your injuries.…
If you ever reach the point where you can’t work because of an injury, you may wonder what will happen to you and your family. Many people assume that they can simply file for disability benefits through the Social Security Administration (SSA) and be done with it. But you may not be approved. Private disability insurance is an option that can offer what you need in these instances. Here are four reasons to invest in a policy for yourself.…
Losing a loved one due to the negligent actions of someone else can be difficult to deal with on an emotional level. A loved one’s premature death can also leave you with a significant amount of financial hardship. If you are thinking of pursuing damages through a wrongful death case to help offset your financial burden, it’s important that you take the time to recognize how social media can negatively affect your case.…
Are you concerned that your neighbor’s dog may end up biting you at some point? You may have noticed the dog is often walking around the neighborhood without a leash and it seems vicious. Other people in the neighborhood may have even had problems with this specific animal in the past, especially when walking their own dogs. Even if you are cautious, it is important to know exactly what to do if you end up in this situation.…
A lawsuit can destroy even a very established and valuable company. The best time to start protecting yourself against potential lawsuits is at the beginning when you’re first establishing your company.
It’s important to be aware of the following four potential business setup mistakes that could leave your company open to lawsuits down the road if you’re not careful:
Not protecting yourself behind a corporate veil
Any good corporate lawyer, such as George M Cappello, Lawyer, is going to encourage you to set up a corporation rather than a sole proprietorship.…
Is the oversaturated job market for lawyers forcing you to take your young legal practice solo this year? If so, it’s going to be important to find ways to keep your overhead low without sacrificing the quality of service that you give your clients. Consider hiring a virtual paralegal to be part of your team. If you’re unfamiliar with how a virtual paralegal works, this is what you should know.…
Getting divorced effects everyone in the family and requires a few life changes that can be stressful and overwhelming to deal with, which is why it’s important to have an experienced attorney by your side who can help you through the process and ensure that you aren’t faced with any nasty surprises as the divorce process progresses. It’s a good idea to schedule consultations with a few divorce lawyers before deciding which one you want to ultimately work with – here are a few considerations to make before choosing which attorney to hire:…
Bruises, cuts, sprains, and broken bones are all possible after a car accident. However, not all injuries manifest themselves in that way; some injuries appear hours or even days after the accident.
Unfortunately, the insurer responsible for settling your claim can claim that your injuries are not connected to the accident in question if you experience delayed injuries. This is why you should get medical attention immediately after an accident, or anytime you notice a new symptom after the crash.…