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Managing Your Child’s Medical Care after a Divorce
During a divorce, you and your spouse will decide the subject of medical insurance for your child, either by choosing the parent whose employer-provided plan will cover the child, or if an employer plan isn’t available, deciding which parent will purchase a plan for the child. Resolving this issue is only one component of… Read More »
Planning Your Estate after a Second Marriage
Estate planning can involve compromise for any couple, but second marriages can present additional competing concerns. Both spouses may have children from a prior relationship, as well as children born of the marriage. While you may want to ensure your spouse is cared for in the event of your death, you may also want… Read More »
What Are the Most Common Types of Personal Injury Lawsuits?
The phrase “personal injury” can be used to describe many different types of lawsuits that result from a person being injured by another person’s wrongful behavior. That said, there are several forms of personal injury lawsuit that are filed more often than others. These include: 1. Lawsuits stemming from vehicle accidents Dozens of car… Read More »
The Bankruptcy Trustee and U.S. Trustee, and How They Affect Your Bankruptcy Case
One of the first things that the bankruptcy court does after you file a petition for bankruptcy is to assign a trustee to handle your case. The trustee can play a significant role in your bankruptcy by making numerous important decisions throughout the life of your case. Learn more about the job of the… Read More »
Proper Restraints Make All the Difference in Preventing Fatal Injuries, Study Finds
Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death among children in the US. One team of researchers looked at the factors present in fatal traffic accidents to help determine how these accidents might be prevented. Their study revealed that ensuring children are properly restrained could have a major impact on whether or not… Read More »
Graco Recalls Popular Car Seat
As a parent, you may find it nerve-wracking to drive with your young child in the car. The road can be a dangerous place, and there’s only so much you can do to reduce the risk of an accident occurring. One way to keep your child safe is by purchasing a high-quality car seat… Read More »
Stay Safe on Your Next Road Trip with These Tips
Summer is a great time to take a road trip with your family. Before you head out, make sure you’re ready for the dangers you might encounter on the road by following the tips below. If you’re injured in a crash, be sure to get the money damages you deserve for your injuries by… Read More »
Reunification Therapy in Disputed New York Custody Matters
Divorce can cause serious and even permanent damage to parent/child relationships. If child custody is not divided equally between the parents from the beginning of a separation or divorce, the child can easily become estranged from the non-residential parent, especially if the parents are in the midst of a high-conflict divorce. When a parent/child… Read More »
New Law Would Allow Police to Scan Phones with “Textalyzer”
It seems that more evidence of the dangers of texting and driving emerges every day, and yet many drivers still read and write text messages while behind the wheel on a daily basis. While law enforcement and safety researchers understand that this is a major cause of serious accidents, it can be difficult to… Read More »
Large Share of Bankruptcies Still Caused by Medical Bills
While we might not think about it often, anyone can get hit with a sudden medical emergency that will result in massive expenses. It can be hard to fully prepare for the toll that these emergencies can take on our finances, often requiring both time spent off work as well as the cost of… Read More »