As a motorcyclist, you know that it can be hard to stay safe on the road. Too many accidents happen that are entirely the fault of the other driver, and motorcyclists often find themselves suffering from far greater injuries in these wrecks. One way that some riders...
Month: November 2020
What can a living trust do for you and your family?
You may have heard of living trusts and perhaps thought they were only for very high-asset or complex estates. However, revocable living trusts are becoming an increasingly common estate planning tool for people who just want to make things easier for their families...
Is your soon-to-be ex engaging in financial infidelity?
You've likely heard of infidelity motivating spouses to divorce. But there is also financial infidelity, which can also have devastating effects on the marriage and its aftermath. One form of financial infidelity involves a spouse purposely hiding valuable assets from...
What mistakes do distracted drivers make?
It’s often said that distracted driving is very dangerous and leads to car accidents -- and this is certainly backed up by a lot of statistical research and personal anecdotes, as well. Driver distraction is really just the first part of a chain of events that can...
5 common hunting injuries and how to avoid them
For some, hunting is a casual hobby. For others, it’s a way of life, a tactic they use to bring in a significant amount of food for the year. Some do it basically as a sport; they know they don’t need to do it, but they enjoy it and want to improve their skills and...
How a trust can help with estate planning even if you aren’t wealthy
People often think of trusts as a way for parents to protect children born with silver spoons in their mouths. It is common to associate trusts with very wealthy families. However, a trust isn't just a tool for someone with more money than they could spend in a single...
Tips for working through issues with a co-parent
For many parents, one of the most dreaded aspects of divorce is working out child custody and parenting issues with their ex. Unfortunately, there isn’t a way to avoid working together until your children are grown. This means that you’ll have to learn the skills that...
Don’t start your business without a partnership agreement
If you’re starting a business with someone else, don’t rush into it. Stop and take the time to draft a partnership agreement. Talk about what you both want and expect. Then sign the agreement so that there is never any confusion over where you stand. Items in the...
Fatal car accidents and PTSD
Every year, just under 40,000 people pass away in car accidents in the United States. That’s 40,000 families that are now missing a loved one. Those losses were all tragic, sudden and unexpected. People often do not realize the full scale of car accident deaths in the...
How to strategically ask your spouse for a divorce
Bringing up the subject of divorce to your spouse is not an easy thing to do, especially if they do not realize how unhappy you are in the marriage. It is important to always try to communicate your hopes and fears with your significant other, even if you suspect that...