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What You Need to Know About Slip and Fall Settlements

When a person suffers a slip and fall injury, a settlement usually takes place. However, there are a few things to keep in mind before signing a settlement agreement and before rejecting one. Here are two important things to remember. You only get one shot. Once you sign the settlement agreement, it will protect the defendant from further lawsuits. So to be sure you are getting the full...Read More

Cell Phone Driving Laws You Need to Know About in California

Driving distracted is responsible for thousands of deaths each year. The state of California has laws in place to discourage this practice when it comes to the use of cell phones by a driver. Here are the ones you should know about. Since 2008, hand-held devices cannot be used while driving. If you are over 18, you can use a hands-free device. There is no texting and driving whatsoever in...Read More

How Does Getting a Divorce Affect Your Estate Plan?

Any time you have a major change in your life circumstances, you should review your estate plan, and a divorce certainly counts. Here are a few things to consider regarding your estate plan if you recently or currently are going through a divorce. Don’t forget the kids if you remarry – If you get remarried there is a risk of all of your estate going to the new mate and children, so don’t...Read More

Bank Accounts Versus Probate Court

The words probate court probably have you envisioning huge wait times and losses for your heirs. While this is not always the case, it can be, so we’re going to look at a simple way to cut out the middleman, as it were. Here is how you can use bank accounts to avoid probate. POD Accounts – You can set a bank account to be payable on death. This allows the account to transfer directly to the...Read More

Good News for Motorcycle Enthusiasts in California

The statistics for 2017 were just released regarding motorcycle fatalities across the nation, and there are only three states (and the District of Columbia) that saw more of a decrease than California. In fact, there were about 30% fewer fatal motorcycle accidents in the state of California than in 2016. While this is good news indeed, we want to be sure that our clients are still using the...Read More

5 Symptoms to Watch Out for After a Car Accident

Car accidents may not seem to leave any damage at first, but it is always important to be examined by a medical professional just in case an underlying injury occurred. Before you reach a settlement, here are five symptoms to watch out for. Migraines or Headaches – This can be an indicator of head or neck trauma. You may be experiencing post-concussion syndrome (PCS). Vertigo – Another...Read More

Can I Have a Digital Estate Plan in California?

The short answer is no. For legal purposes in the state of California, all of your documents need to be printed and signed. California courts will only accept the original documents as evidence. So does that mean you shouldn’t have an electronic copy of your estate plan? The Simple Way to Review Your Estate Plans The fact is that you should be reviewing your estate plan annually to ensure...Read More

California Probate: What You Need to Know When Planning for Your Estate

Probate is the process that determines how a person’s assets and properties are distributed after he or she passes away. When a person dies without an estate plan, California probate court makes the decisions regarding what happens with a person’s belongings. A last will and testament allows you to designate an executor who acts as a go-between for your beneficiaries and the court system. This...Read More