For the average adult with their own family, their spouse and children will inherit most of their property when they die. Although people sometimes have others that they want to include in estate plans, ranging from friends and distant relatives to charitable...
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3 benefits of choosing an LLC as your business structure
There are many different forms that your future business could take. The exact legal structure you choose for your business depends in part on your plans for the company. Many people just starting out, even those with hopes of expanding in the future, may choose to...
Received a settlement offer? Don’t take it just yet
If you have been involved in a collision and receive a settlement offer from the other party’s insurance company, you could be tempted to take it and settle the case right then and there. Before you do that, it’s very important to make sure that the settlement offer...
The cap on medical malpractice could hurt your claim
In Louisiana, there is an issue: There is a $500,000 cap on medical malpractice damages. That limit hasn’t been changed since 1975, which makes it difficult for injured parties to collect the money they need. It’s important for you to reach out to an attorney as soon...
Reasons to file a personal injury claim after a car accident
Being involved in a car accident will have come unexpectedly and will undoubtedly have a significant negative impact on your life. You never asked to suffer in this way, and likely, you will believe that the other party is to blame for what happened. If the accident...
Delayed diagnosis has many negative effects
A huge component of the doctor-patient relationship is trust. When you visit your doctor complaining of certain symptoms that are concerning you, you'll need to trust that they will act competently using the medical expertise that they have acquired to diagnose you...
Why is medical malpractice such a common issue for patients?
When you go to a doctor because you have unusual symptoms or you seek care in a hospital because of a traumatic accident, you expect that receiving medical attention will improve your condition, not worsen it. Unfortunately, medical malpractice is a rampant issue in...
Important steps to take after a car accident
A car accident typically comes without notice. One second you’re safe and sound in your vehicle, but the next you’re injured and wondering what’s to come. While no two car accidents share the exact same circumstances, anyone who finds themselves dealing with the...
Special needs trusts can help you provide for vulnerable loved ones
If you are the parent of a special needs child, you know that your child may need special care and support. As you age and look to the future, you probably have concerns about what will happen to your kids and how you can care for them. With certain estate planning...
Negative emotions can be a major distraction for drivers
More than likely, you get behind the wheel of your car most days of the week. You probably have daily obligations that you cannot address from home, and no matter what your mood may be, you have to get in the car and drive.You probably don't have the luxury of...