Whether you become incapacitated due to a serious illness, or are undergoing surgery, you want to make sure that someone you trust is in charge of your affairs. Power of attorney is a legal designation that allows a person you assign to handle
An accident can happen in an instant. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), on average, about 6 million car accidents happen each year in the United States and about 3 million people are injured as a result. Chances are that you will...
Your last will and testament is a document that provides instructions regarding your assets to your loved ones after your death. If you die without a Will, state law takes
over and your assets will be distributed based on the state’s legal requirements, which means that...
Once you have made the difficult decision to end your marriage, you want to get through the process as efficiently and quickly as possible. The length of time it takes to obtain a final divorce decree can vary greatly, depending on the factors of the
If you were hurt at work, your injuries are typically covered by workers’ compensation insurance. Workers’ comp is a special type of insurance that most employers must carry. While you should make a report to your employer within 30
When you are behind on your bills and unable to repay your debts, you may be a candidate for bankruptcy. Overwhelming debt can lock you into a downward spiral, both financially and emotionally. Most people think of bankruptcy as a last resort,
