2023

If you rent a house or an apartment, it's very beneficial to know the laws that protect tenants. Hi, my name is Sally Riddell and when I moved into my first apartment, I wanted to make sure that I knew all of the laws concerning the rights of tenants. I researched tenant laws and I also spoke with a family friend who is a lawyer to make sure that I understood my responsibilities and rights as a tenant. Because I knew this information before I started renting my apartment, I felt confident when signing my rental agreement. If you're considering living in a rental home or apartment, I suggest that you read my blog first. If you are already renting, this blog will also help you if you ever have any concerns.

How To Make Your Estate Plan As Ironclad As Possible

15 May 2023
 Categories: Law, Blog

No law firm can guarantee that an estate will survive every possible challenge. However, you can do a handful of things to improve the odds that your estate planning will be as ironclad as possible. Plan for Taxes Federal, state, and local governments have the best chances of upending an estate if the decedent's taxes aren't paid in full. They have immense leverage to demand payment. Also, they can force an estate with unpaid debts into probate or bankruptcy if it proves incapable of paying all of the outstanding tax bills. Read More …

Can A Driver With A Sleep Disorder Be Found Liable For An Auto Accident?

4 April 2023
 Categories: Law, Blog

Nobody wants to fall asleep while driving. Unfortunately, some motorists suffer from sleep disorders and fall asleep behind the wheel. When this happens, the motorist might lose control and crash into your vehicle. You must prove that the other driver fell asleep and caused the accident to avoid being stuck with medical bills. Sleep Disorders That Can Lead to Accidents Various sleep disorders can lead to auto accidents. These include sleep anemia, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome, and periodic limb movement disorder. Read More …

What Documents Should You Show Your Attorney After A Car Accident?

3 March 2023
 Categories: Law, Blog

If you are involved in a car accident, ensure you have all the necessary documents for your attorney. Having these documents ready can help your attorney assess the damages and build a strong case on your behalf.  This article will explain which documents you should show your attorney after a car accident.  Photos of the Accident Photos are among the most important pieces of evidence you can show your attorney after a car accident. Read More …

What To Do When Facing Repossession Of Your Airplane

30 January 2023
 Categories: Law, Blog

Repossession is the action companies take when borrowers fail to make payments on items they buy or lease. This process can occur with cars, trucks, RVs, and airplanes. Owning an aircraft isn't as common as owning a car. Yet, many people still buy or lease airplanes. Unfortunately, you risk losing the aircraft to repossession if you miss payments. So what should you do in this case? Please keep reading to learn why this happens and how to respond to it. Read More …

What Is Undue Influence In Estate Litigation?

4 January 2023
 Categories: Law, Blog

Undue influence is one theory of wrongdoing in estate litigation. An estate litigation attorney will tell you that undue influence is a tough argument to make, even if it feels like that's what happened. Let's look at what undue influence is, some of the challenges in arguing about it, and how you might be able to present a case using it. What Is Undue Influence? The legal notion of undue influence centers on the responsibility everyone has to not take advantage of mentally or emotionally disadvantaged people. Read More …