These Statistics Are the Reason California Is Still Telling Us to Put Down Our Phones
California has had hands-free laws in place for several years now. The restrictions are even more stringent for those under the age of 18. So why are there continued campaigns to try and get people to put their phones down while they drive? Here are some telling stats. In just one year, about 2.2% of drivers were busted breaking hands-free laws. The younger a driver is, the more likely they...Read More
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What Is Power of Attorney?
A part of your estate plan may involve setting up a trustworthy family member with power of attorney. What is power of attorney? Does your spouse automatically play this role? Let’s explain this legal process. Power of Attorney Defined When you give someone power of attorney, it means that you have signed a legal document giving them the ability to make certain decisions or the authority to...Read More
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Tips for Using an Irrevocable Living Trust
If you are planning ahead for the future of your estate, one of the things you need to know about is the irrevocable living trust. There are many benefits that come with this estate planning provision. Here are a few tips. Use the trust to skip probate – When you set your estate up in trust for your beneficiaries, they don’t have to wait for probate court to distribute your assets. This is...Read More
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The Basics of a Slip and Fall Settlement in California
A slip and fall settlement can be tricky. It’s not like what you see depicted on TV where anyone falls for any reason in a store, and suddenly there is a lawsuit. We have two really important pieces of advice for anyone who has been injured by a slip and fall. Don’t wait to start your case – There is a two-year statute of limitations on damages in this sort of case. As long as you have...Read More
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California Urges You to Put Your Phone Down and Drive
Due to the terrible effects of distracted driving, the state of California has had some public service campaigns to encourage less phone use while operating a vehicle. The current campaign is called “Put Your Phone Down. Just Drive.” and you have probably heard that mantra repeated in ads. What are the current laws in California regarding smartphone use in a car? It is never permitted for...Read More
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2 Ways to Use Bank Accounts in Your Estate Planning
The way you structure your bank accounts may help your heirs to receive their inheritance faster. We’re going to look at two simple ways to adjust your bank accounts so that they pass directly to your beneficiaries without the delays and expense of probate court. Joint Accounts – If both names are on the account, then your beneficiary can use the funds at any time. Of course, this includes...Read More
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How a Divorce Will Impact Your Estate Planning
It can be easy to forget about the details when your mind is focused on a huge life change like a divorce. However, forgetting to update your estate plan can affect the future of your family, so when you go through any sort of big life change – good or bad – this is something you need to give consideration to. Here are two big estate plan changes you need to think about after a divorce....Read More
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Three Things to Remember if You Slip and Fall in a Store
We’ve all seen a movie or tv show where a person slips and falls in a store, and the next second, a lawyer is there with a business card saying, “I saw the whole thing. They’re going to pay big for this!” In real life, that’s not how it works. If you slip and fall in a store, you may be eligible to receive compensation for your losses, such as medical bills. However, there are a few things you...Read More
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