When you hear the word “prenuptial agreement,” you might think of a contract intended for a Kardashian – someone with exorbitant income whose “I dos” aren’t really expected to last. But for the average Jane and Joe – the middle-income couple who has every intention of...
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Guess what? Multitasking is a myth (and that’s why drivers crash)
No doubt, you've heard somebody say the words "I'm a good multitasker" before -- and maybe you've even said it yourself. However, multitasking doesn't actually exist -- at least not the way that most people think.Studies have shown that when people are doing more than...
When do the police have to read you your rights?
Maybe you got into a fight with someone and the police were called and you got arrested. Perhaps you were picked up on suspicion of drunk driving. Maybe it was something else. Either way, you kept waiting for the arresting officer to launch into the "Miranda" warning...
Two important discussions for those getting divorced in 2020
Those going through a divorce this year will face questions that those getting divorced in 2019 did not need to ask. The current coronavirus pandemic has impacted family lives, the legal system and the divorce process. Two specific examples of the impact of COVID-19...
Combat the financial impact of a wreck by seeking compensation
Car wrecks are traumatic for many people who go through them. The initial shock can make it difficult to think about what you need to do. Taking the normal steps like gathering the other driver's information, contacting the police department and getting witness names...
What happens if my parents died broke?
Instead of fighting with siblings over an estate matter, many baby boomers are now facing a totally different estate administration conundrum — sorting out the mess when their parents died outright broke or heavily indebted. This scenario plays out far more...
What are the dangers associated with poorly lit parking lots?
If there's one thing that property owners could do to minimize their legal exposure, it would be to spend more time and money focusing on better lighting their parking lots. Poorly lit ones are dangerous on multiple levels. They result in countless individuals...
The devastating consequences of facial injuries in a car wreck
You thought you were lucky to walk away from the wreckage of your vehicle -- until you registered the pain in your head and the blood on your face. When you saw your reflection, you were shocked at just how badly battered you looked from facial injuries that you...
Why do parents of minor children need an estate plan?
Many people think of an estate plan as something only a senior citizen needs to set up. Unfortunately, that line of thinking can leave minor children without a plan for their future if something happens to both of their parents. If you have children who still live at...
Co-parenting doesn’t have to bog you down
The thought alone of co-parenting after divorce is enough to make many people cringe. They understand the importance, but they have concerns about their ability to get along with their spouse.Even though you're likely to face challenges, remember this: You're...