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Personal Injury Cases: Moving on to Better Things

I never planned to find myself seeking damages due to a personal injury. Even after I was hurt by a defective product that I purchased, I wasn't sure how to go about seeking help. Fortunately, a friend of mine knew a great personal injury attorney who looked into the situation and decided that I had a case. Since receiving my settlement, I've tried to put the whole episode behind me and look to the future. That's been easier said than done. The permanent nature of my injury means my life is changed for good. Even so, I am slowly learning to live with it and get back to enjoying life. If you have been injured due to negligence on the part of another person or a company, let's talk. I'll share how I got my settlement and what I'm doing to get on with my life.

Two Reasons Why You Should Consider Estate Planning

Posted on February 3, 2016

If you're the type of person who believes that estate planning is only for the wildly rich and famous, you may want to think again.  No matter how much money you do or don't have, it's always a good idea to plan out your estate, if for no other reason than you don't want to put the burden of decision on your loved ones.  Estate planning is all about laying out your final wishes so that there will be no guess work concerning your last desires. [Read More]

Divorce And Child Support: How Much Should Be Paid?

Posted on January 14, 2016

A major portion of your divorce decree will deal with child support issues if you and your divorcing spouse are the parents of a minor child. Working out some issues in advance, such as property and debt division and child custody, can save you time and money. Almost any aspect of divorce that can be agreed upon out of court will be advantageous in many ways, with the exception of child support amounts. [Read More]

3 Tips For Making Mediation Successful

Posted on December 29, 2015

The challenges of being involved in a legal dispute are many. Civil litigation is a long process that can also be a very emotional one. However, you may be given the opportunity to settle your case outside of the courtroom at mediation. This is a court ordered event that both the plaintiff and defendant must attend to attempt to settle the case. Being aware of specific tips for making this a less stressful time and a more productive one, you may have the opportunity to end the dispute at mediation. [Read More]

3 Things To Bring To Your Divorce Attorney Consultation

Posted on December 12, 2015

If you are thinking about divorce, you might be planning on meeting with a divorce attorney in your area so that you can discuss the details. This is a smart move, so make sure that you make the most of it. To do so, make sure that you bring these three things when you head to your divorce attorney consultation. 1. Legal Documentation First of all, you should bring in any legal documentation that you have that relates to you and your spouse's marriage. [Read More]