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10 Ways to Really Screw Up Your Business

If you run headfirst into the business world without a detailed business plan, you may be closing your business before it gets off the ground. A business plan provides you with a detailed guide for daily operations. A business plan also helps you define your market and objections. Even an established business needs a plan and needs to review and update the plan periodically. When you begin a business, it can be very helpful to have a mentor who understands the requirements and challenges of ope

Make Estate-Planning a Part of Your New Year's Resolution

The New Year will be here sooner than you think. Many people each year resolve to lose weight, exercise more, read more, save more money, or otherwise improve some area of their life. This New Year’s Day, why don’t you resolve to make estate planning a priority during 2019. If you have an estate plan, resolve to review the plan with your Maryland estate-planning attorney. If you have no estate plan, resolve to devise an estate plan in 2019 that reflects your wishes and desires for your future an

Punitive Damages in Medical Malpractice Cases

If you have been injured or suffered harm due to negligence on the part of your treating healthcare professionals, hospital, or other medical facilities, you may wish to bring a medical malpractice claim. Most of the damages in a medical malpractice case are intended to compensate you for the harm done to you due to your doctor’s negligence. This is why they are called “compensatory damages.” Compensatory damages include both economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are simple enough

Estate Planning for Your Pets - Estate Planning Advice - Probate Law

While pets may be much-loved members of your family the law does not allow you to leave money to your pets when you die. However, you can make sure your pet will be taken care of after your death by including your pet in your estate plan. The goal of estate planning for pets is to ensure your furry companion is cared for the same way you do. You want to ensure that your pet goes to a good home and the new caretaker has the resources to care for your pet. In this article, we’ll talk about: • Opt

How to Talk to Your Parents About Getting an Estate Plan - Estate Planning Advice - Probate Law

Now that you are armed with a list of benefits of estate planning, you may be at a loss for how to bring up the subject with your parents. First, you should complete your own estate plan. Your parents may try to deflect the topic by claiming it is not important because you have not taken the time to develop an estate plan. It can help to ease into the conversation by talking about your efforts to protect your family by creating an estate plan.

Who Is Liable in Driverless Car Accidents?

Who Is Liable in Driverless Car Accidents? Driverless cars are no longer the subject of fantasy and science fiction movies. You can see driverless cars or semi-automated vehicles on streets and highways throughout California. However, are driverless cars safe? Autonomous vehicles are involved in numerous traffic accidents in California and other states. Proponents of driverless vehicles argue that they make roads safer by reducing the number of distracted driving accidents and other accidents c

Five Ways to Get Injured on a Cruise Ship

Five Ways to Get Injured on a Cruise Ship Cruises remain to be a popular vacation option for many individuals, couples, and families. Cruise ships offer an all-inclusive vacation option in which individuals can relax on-board the ship, enjoy entertainment and activities on board, and explore exotic and exciting destinations. However, cruise ship passengers sustain serious and life-threatening injuries aboard cruise ships each year. An experienced California cruise ship accident attorney can hel

Road Construction and California's Move-Over Law

Road construction accidents are dangerous for drivers and construction crew members. It is important that drivers pay close attention to work zone signs, including speed limits for work zones. Slowing down and remaining alert are two of the best ways to avoid a construction zone accident. Another way to avoid an accident is to obey California’s move-over law for construction zones. If you are injured in a construction zone accident, contact a California personal injury attorney to review your ri

Seven Motorcycle Riding Tips for New Riders

Seven Motorcycle Riding Tips for New Riders Motorcycle ownership is increasing. More people are discovering the joys and economic benefits of riding a motorcycle. However, unfortunately, motorcyclists face dangers and hazards each time they ride. Many of the dangers faced by motorcyclists come from other drivers. Distracted driving, impaired driving, speeding, and other careless driving behaviors cause many of the motorcycle accidents that occur each year. Riders can be seriously injured or suf

Will My Health Insurance Cover a Motorcycle Accident?

Will My Health Insurance Cover Me in a Motorcycle Accident? One of the problems many motorcyclists face after an accident is how to pay for medical bills and expenses. A motorcycle accident can result in severe injuries to the rider. The financial burden can be difficult. Motorcycle accident claims can take many months to settle. An experienced California motorcycle accident attorney can work to settle the claim, but it does take time. Until then, will health insurance cover the medical expense

How Do You Know Who Is Liable in A Car Accident?

How Do You Know Who Is Liable in a Car Accident? In most cases, the driver of a vehicle who causes a car accident is responsible for any damages caused by the crash. However, that is not always the case. If the driver of the vehicle is not the owner of the vehicle, you could have a claim for damages against more than one individual. A California car accident attorney can help you sort out the issue to protect your rights after a car crash. Driver vs. Car Owner — Who is Responsible? It depends

Car Accident Settlements Exceeding Insurance Policy Limit

How Common Is It for Car Accident Settlements to Exceed Insurance Policy Limits? When a person is injured in a car accident, he or she may have an injury claim against one or more parties. In most cases, one of the drivers involved in the wreck is responsible for causing the accident. Accident victims file their claims with the insurance provider for the at-fault driver. However, the insurance company is only liable up to the policy limits of the driver’s liability insurance policy. Because da

Quick Guide for Victims of Rideshare Accidents

Rideshare services continue to increase in popularity. Uber and Lyft drivers can be seen throughout California in small and large cities. The rideshare services are appealing for several reasons, including convenience and price. However, if you are ever involved in an accident involving a rideshare vehicle, you might find that handling the accident claim is not at all convenient. Our California auto accident attorney explains some of the issues related to rideshare accidents in this quick guide.

Bike Accident Insurance Settlement: What Can You Expect

Bike Accident Insurance Settlements: What Can You Expect? Being hit by a car while you are riding a bicycle can result in life-altering injuries. Pursuing legal action against the driver typically begins by filing an insurance claim with the driver’s insurance provider. However, recovering compensation for a bicycle accident claim can be difficult. Many insurance companies can make the process of filing and settling an injury claim complicated and difficult. California bicycle accident attorney

Car vs. Pedestrian Accidents: What Can I Do If Hit by A Car

Car vs. Pedestrian Accidents: What Can I Do If I’m Hit by A Car? Pedestrians who are hit by a car sustain serious and life-threatening injuries. Thousands of pedestrians are killed or injured each year in traffic accidents. According to the NHTSA, California had the highest number of pedestrian fatalities in 2017. California typically leads or has the second-highest number of pedestrian deaths each year. If a negligent driver injures you when you are walking, jogging, or crossing the road, you

Sharing Medical Records with the Insurance Company

Should I Share My Medical Records with the Insurance Company? When you sustain injuries in an accident, such as a motor vehicle accident or fall, the insurance provider for the other party will likely send you several requests after you file the insurance claim. Before responding to these requests, it is wise to consult a California car accident attorney. Some of the insurance company requests may be legitimate, but some requests are designed to gain information that could potentially harm your

Damages to Seek After an Auto Accident in California?

What Types of Damages Can I Seek After an Auto Accident in California? An individual injured in an auto accident in California may suffer a variety of physical, emotional, and financial damages. If the other driver or another party is responsible for the case of the accident, the individual might receive compensation for these damages. The types of damages you can seek after an auto accident depends on numerous factors. An experienced California car accident attorney can evaluate your case and

Common Workplace Accidents and How to Avoid Them

Common Workplace Accidents in California and How to Avoid Them Workplace accidents can cause serious and life-threatening injuries and conditions. Employers have a duty to provide a safe working environment and to establish safety procedures to reduce the risk of accidental injury. However, workplace accidents can occur in the safest conditions. A worker is injured on the job every seven seconds, according to the NSC (National Security Council). Our California personal injury attorneys discuss
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