You might worry that divorce could ruin the mutual respect you and your spouse developed throughout your relationship. You may imagine hostile courtroom confrontations and ongoing disputes. However, the reality of ending a marriage isn't always as dramatic as what you...
Personal representatives take responsibility for estate administration. Their obligations include securing and maintaining estate resources, contacting interested parties, managing probate proceedings and distributing resources appropriately. In some cases, personal...
There are certain times in life when estate planning may become a priority. Many people think about the need to plan when they have children or achieve financial success. For others, the loss of a loved one or a looming medical issue can prompt them to establish or...
When you're charged with a crime, it can feel like everything is on the line—your freedom, reputation and future. Then, you get a plea bargain offer. It might seem like a lifeline, but is it the best choice? Before you decide, it is important to understand what a plea...
Agreeing to serve as the personal representative of an estate is a noble decision. People who create estate plans or leave behind dependent family members typically want their assets to benefit their close loved ones. Personal representatives help ensure that...
Married couples who have children together often have more incentive than other spouses to try to make their relationships work. Sometimes, despite their best efforts, parents realize that the best option available may be to file for divorce. Occasionally, one parent...
Some family law attorneys refer to January as divorce month. Every year, lawyers tend to see a significant increase in the number of people seeking guidance on divorce immediately after the holidays. Researchers have found that divorce filings spike in March and...
Most people associate estate planning with older individuals preparing for retirement or people with significant wealth. This perception can mislead people into passing up the opportunity to put their affairs in order when they still can. Creating an estate plan at...
Losing a loved one is an unimaginably difficult experience, particularly when irresponsible or malicious behavior led to this loss. In these tragic circumstances, a wrongful death lawsuit helps to seek justice and compensation for the losses the surviving family have...
Social media is a common fact of life for many people. They don’t think much about what they’re sharing or how it will be perceived. However, while that approach might be sufficient for many periods of a person’s life, it’s almost never appropriate when someone is...
