Your estate plan describes what you want to do with your property after your death and provides certain key protections for family members who depend on you, possibly even your pets. It is natural to expect that your loved ones will follow your instructions and...
Year: 2022
Why a will is still important if you do not have kids
When you die without a will in Virginia, you relinquish a good deal of control over what happens to your legacy, assets and other personal affairs. Many people cite similar reasons for failing to create wills, such as not having any children. However, it pays to have...
Learning the value of taking pictures after your car accident
A car accident can leave you feeling shaken and emotional. Your first thought might not be to take photos of the scene. However, this seemingly trivial step can have tremendous value. When you understand the purpose and necessity of taking accident photos, you might...
How to choose a guardian for minor children
If you have minor children, the most important element of your estate plan is how you plan to care for them if something happens to you. While no one wants to think about their children growing up without their parents, most also do not want to leave the decision to...
Should you talk about your funeral in your will?
If you are young and healthy, you probably have decades to live. Nevertheless, just as an unexpected accident might leave you with life-threatening injuries, you could acquire a deadly illness. By planning for your funeral early, you can provide comfort to your loved...
Can you trust your child’s car seat after an accident?
If money is tight in your household currently, you are far from alone. Still, to maximize your paycheck, you undoubtedly use the items you purchase as long as possible. One of these is your child's car seat. After all, according to Consumer Reports, a safety-rated car...
What qualities does a power of attorney designee need?
Some people who are creating an estate plan focus on making sure their assets are distributed according to their wishes. They should also remember that they need to include end-of-life plans in the estate plan so they can have a say in what happens if they become...
How do crush injuries happen?
Crush injuries can happen to just about anyone, whether or not they work in industries like construction. But just what are crush injuries? How do they happen, and how do they physically impact the victims in question? Crush injuries at work Up To Date discusses crush...
Change blindness can lead to big problems
Distraction is one of the worst possible things to run into when on the road. Plenty of campaigns exist specifically to address the dangers of distracted driving. But unfortunately, not all distractions can be controlled, and a person could end up engaging in...
How do you recognize signs of undue influence?
When a person ages, they may grow more susceptible to the influence and manipulation of bad faith actors. Because of that, it is important to know the red flags that may indicate undue influence. What exactly are they? Defining undue influence The American Bar...