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Take a Closer Look at Whether You Have a Valid Power of Attorney in Place
Any responsible person with a comprehensive estate plan in place understands the importance of including among that plan a durable power of attorney. This document allows a designated relative, loved one, or other trusted individual to make decisions regarding your legal or financial affairs on your behalf if you become unable to do so…. Read More »
Man Files Lawsuit against Snapchat Developers, Claiming App Caused Accident Injuries
A man who alleges he suffered a traumatic brain injury in an accident with a young woman who was using the Snapchat app while driving is suing both the young driver and the app maker for his injuries. The accident that spurred the lawsuit occurred on September 10, 2015 in Hampton, Georgia. Christal McGee,… Read More »
Drivers Easily Evade Minimum Health Requirements Established by Federal Regulation
Large trucks hold the potential to do vast amounts of damage, and driving a semi-truck for long distances requires a high degree of mental acuity, as well as certain important physical capabilities. A driver who has a medical condition or injury that could cause them to suddenly become unconscious, fail to hear an oncoming… Read More »
Prince’s Death Without a Will Could Result in Long and Complex Legal Fight
We’ve posted in the past about why it’s critically important to have a will, especially if you’ve acquired any substantial assets or have children, a spouse, or family members who are dependent on you. The recent death of musician Prince provides an object lesson on how dying without a will (known as dying “intestate”)… Read More »
Reports Show that Medical Errors are the Third-Leading Cause of Death in the United States
According to two researchers from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, medical errors have become a serious problem in the US, accounting for a substantial share of all deaths nationwide. Dr. Martin Makary and Michael Daniel argue, based on their research, that, were deaths from medical error reported in the same manner as… Read More »
Lax Screening Process for New York Nurses Leaves Patients Vulnerable
When you think of claims for malpractice in the medical field, you likely imagine claims against negligent doctors who have failed to exercise reasonable care. Yet in an era of increasing health care costs, we are often more likely to receive care from a registered nurse or nurse practitioner than we are a doctor,… Read More »
New York Court Outlines Limits to School Liability for Child Hurt after Disembarking Bus
In a recent decision by a New York Supreme Court judge, the court described the limits of school liability for accidents occurring off school property, after a child has recently disembarked from a school bus. The court dismissed the claims against the school, nevertheless allowing claims against a bus driver and his employer to… Read More »
Tips on Finding a Visitation Schedule that Makes Everyone Happy
Frequently handing off custody of your children can be stressful. Finding a regular and workable custody-sharing schedule can make it feel less burdensome, both for you and your children. Read on to learn about ways to create a lasting custody-sharing schedule that will help your kids thrive after a divorce. Keep the schedule simple… Read More »
Recent New York Wrongful Death Award for Loving and Involved Grandmother
A New York Appellate Division recently upheld and modified a jury award to the daughters of the victim of a bus accident, awarding $600,000 for the financial losses suffered by that family when their mother was killed. The case, titled Keenan v. Molloy, illustrates how wrongful death claims compensate the families of those killed… Read More »
Is a Reverse Mortgage Right for Me?
If you’re facing retirement, you may be wondering how you’ll fund your golden years. If you’ve been a homeowner for many years, steadily paying down your mortgage, you may be able to turn that equity into a practical way to help fund your retirement. Read on to learn about reverse mortgages, and discuss these… Read More »