There is no doubt that seat belts have saved many lives over the years. They prevent people from moving around and being ejected from the vehicle in a collision. Nonetheless, even seat belts can’t prevent all injuries. In fact, seat belts can cause very serious...
A will is a legal document that allows you to pass on instructions as to how your assets should be divided upon your death among your heirs and other beneficiaries. A will can also include guardians to look after your young children. Drafting a will is not a one-time...
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, around 3000 people die in distracted driving accidents every year. On top of that, thousands more are injured. Distractions while driving come in various forms, but they fit into three main categories....
When you draft an estate plan, one step you have to take is to choose an estate executor or an estate administrator. Your estate plan itself provides instructions for your family. The estate executor is the person you’ve put in charge of going through the...
There are those who believe that the only way to avoid some motorcycle accidents is to lay down the bike. This is a slang term, but it generally just means tipping the bike over on purpose, while in motion. People do it because they believe that there are situations...
Most of today’s young adults grew up electronically connected to the world. As such, most young adults each boast a significant digital footprint that includes everything from social media accounts to online banking, email and even virtual currencies. This shift has...
When you start making an estate plan, odds are that you will think of your most valuable assets first. Who gets the family home? How do you divide up a life insurance policy? What happens to your investment portfolio or your bank accounts? It is important to think...
It often feels like rural roads should be safer than city streets. Part of it has to do with the physical space and the design, as rural roads are often straight, wide open spaces without complicated designs and with lower traffic levels. This just naturally feels...
Making an estate plan is one of the best decisions you can make to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes and your loved ones are taken care of after you're gone. It is therefore important to ensure that everything is done right to avoid...
A will is a final act that articulates your wishes regarding the distribution of your estate upon your death. Done right, a will can safeguard your legacy and secure your loved ones’ future – financially speaking. In the absence of one, your estate would be...