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Steps to Take After Someone Passes In my role, I often meet people for the first time soon after a loved one has passed. It’s a confusing, stressful time for all, so I thought I’d share a list of steps to follow in the unfortunate event that you need it. Tuck it away and let it be something you can turn…
All Things Safety in 2023 I thought I would reach out with some information on safe products for the year ahead. Take a look at what I’ve compiled below. Safe vehicles. Automobile wrecks can be unavoidable, and in those cases, you want your car to protect you. Lucky for us, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety does an annual top safety pick list covering…
Small Business Month May is Small Business Month, and as a small business ourselves, we know the challenges businesses of our size face — and the importance of having a strong network of supporters. That’s why we want to express our appreciation for your continued trust and support. It’s clients like you who keep us afloat and allow us to…
Happy Mother’s Day! As Mother’s Day approaches, we want to take a moment to honor and recognize the selfless love and sacrifice of mothers. May all the biological mothers, adoptive mothers, stepmothers, foster mothers, and mother figures know today and every day the profound impact of their unwavering love and devotion.
Is Mediation Right for Your Situation? One thing’s for sure: litigation is expensive but the good news is that it’s not always necessary! In some cases, mediation is the better (and cost efficient) route. Here are a few examples of when mediation should be used instead of litigation: If the parties want to preserve their relationship with one another. This could be…
Dangers of Driving in the Dark Ultimately, three main factors drive this increased risk:impaired vision, fatigue, and the daily rush hour. Let’s start with impaired vision: All humans have trouble seeing at night, but healthy eyes should adapt to the darkness. Unfortunately, conditions like nearsightedness make this adaptation less effective, causing additional issues with night vision. Add to this the increased brightness of headlights, streetlights…
Inheritance and Financial/Estate Planning Something that routinely comes up in financial and estate planning discussions—how to plan for an anticipated inheritance? It can be tough to discuss, but we encourage all clients to have a plan in place for when (and if) an inheritance comes their way. Here’s some high-level guidance: If your anticipated inheritance is years away, plan and…
Spring Safety Tips – Personal Injury Here’s some quick guidance on common spring injuries and how to prevent them so you can take full advantage of the season safely: Tripping and falling over large rocks and roots. If you plan to take to the woods for a hike, be sure to wear sturdy shoes with good traction and watch where you step.…
Bankruptcy Meeting Overview The 341 meeting of creditors is a critical aspect of the consumer bankruptcy process. This meeting is named after section 341 of the United States Bankruptcy Code, which mandates that all debtors must attend a meeting of creditors after filing for bankruptcy. This meeting is also known as the meeting of creditors or the 341 hearing. In…
Mediation Overview I thought I’d offer some insights into when mediation could be warranted just in case you or someone you know could benefit from this service at some point in the future. I’m more than happy to help at any time. Here’s a summary of the process and a handful of situations when mediation makes sense: Mediation is a good…