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October is Estate Planning Month It’s hard to believe that 2022 will be coming to a close in just a few short months. October is National Estate Planning Month, and with 67% of Americans having no will or trust, I can’t think of a better time to revisit, or maybe for the first time, pull together an estate plan. Don’t let another year go…
Today is National Neighbor Day! You may also want to unwind with one of these movies that captures the best of neighborhood life. I’ve always loved seeing neighbors gather for an outdoor movie screening! Here’s a great article I found on how to pull one off in your own backyard. A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood with Tom Hanks (2019) Arlington Road with Jeff Bridges…
Foreclosure Auctions Can Be Stopped: Know Your Options Receiving a Foreclosure Notice can be terrifying, but there are options available to keep your home. A bankruptcy case will stop the foreclosure sale, and then give you time to exercise your legal options. How you proceed will depend on your income and other factors. Depending on your goals and your finances, you…
Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable? One question our office often hears is whether or not personal injury settlements are taxable. Like most tax-related issues, the answer is it depends–especially after the significant changes made in 2017 under the previous administration. Here are a few things to keep in mind: In general, funds from a personal injury settlement or jury verdict are not…
Post Accident Trauma Check-In With traffic busier than ever, we want to share some information about post-accident trauma so you can know what to do if you or a loved one ever struggles with the mental and emotional effects of a car accident. Here are a few things to keep in mind: According to the American Psychological Association, car accidents are the leading…
Types of Power of Attorney We want to share some info on power of attorney (POA) documents with you. POA is a legal document that allows an individual (referred to as the principal) to give someone else (an agent or attorney-in-fact) the authority to handle their affairs. There are several different types of POA, distinguished by the amount of power granted to…
Common Bankruptcy Terms We often get questions from clients about terms they come across in bankruptcy petitions filed on their behalf. While there is a complete list of terms here, we thought it would be helpful to provide you with a list of commonly used terms and their definitions in case you need to decipher some of the legalese you’ve encountered:…
Labor Day Road Trips – Accident Checklist This summer has come with a rise in the number of drivers on the road far beyond pre-pandemic levels. If you are planning a road trip this Labor Day weekend, we want you to feel in control and equipped as you head out—especially in the unfortunate event you find yourself in an auto accident this…
Save The Date! Join us and our sister Organization MDRF for an amazing night tasting wine, all to benefit MDRF and its mission to help low-income Massachusetts families to overcome financial difficulties. MDRF is a 501c3 legal aid organization specializing in debt related matters. They help low-income families move past debt at no cost, and have helped hundreds of families…
Bankruptcy & Credit Scores Though it may go without saying, filing for bankruptcy is a big decision. And while it can wipe away crippling debts, it can also impact the trajectory of one’s financial future. That said, if you or someone you know is considering filing, you may have questions about what will happen to your credit score post-bankruptcy. I thought…