Posts by Kevin Shepherd
Airbag Injuries
Airbags can save lives. In fact, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety has dubbed them “one of the most important safety innovations of recent decades.” Front airbags have been required in passenger vehicles since 1999 models, but side airbags are not specifically mandated. Nonetheless, many vehicles have side airbags as well. Both front and side…
Read MoreBankruptcy And Divorce – Which One First?
Dealing with either divorce or bankruptcy can be an emotionally challenging and stressful experience, and these processes unfortunately sometimes happen one after the other. If facing this scenario, it can be useful to understand the various approaches that might help these processes progress more smoothly. Read about bankruptcy and divorce, determine which one to undergo…
Read MoreWhat Can I Do To Protect My Rights After A Truck Accident?
Truck accidents are often severe. These large vehicles can cause a lot of damage to other vehicles, drivers, and passengers. Even at low speeds, crashes can result in serious injuries that will affect individuals for years to come. There are certain steps the victim of a truck accident can take after the crash to protect…
Read More5 Advantages Of Hiring An Estate Planning Lawyer
Estate planning is about taking care of loved ones after you have passed away or become incapacitated. It involves planning to distribute assets and liabilities in a way that decreases the likelihood of paying excessive taxes and still accomplishes giving and long-term legacy goals. State laws and tax regulations can be complicated, and having an…
Read MoreSteps To Take Before Asking For A Divorce
According to the United States Census Bureau, in 2021, the national marriage rate was 14.9 per 1,000 women, while the divorce rate was 6.9 per 1,000. In Tennessee, the divorce rate was 8.5 women in every 1,000. This means that in the state of Tennessee, there were 1.6 more divorces per 1,000 women aged 15…
Read MoreIdentifying Undue Influence
Undue influence occurs when a person or group pressures someone to change their Last Will and Testament or other elements of their estate plan to benefit their best interest and usually involves financial gain. Legal matters can arise when an individual falls ill and a friend or family member steps in to provide care and…
Read MoreAdvantages Of Hiring An Estate Planning Lawyer
Life is unpredictable. Effective estate planning helps individuals put their affairs in order and assists them in achieving peace of mind. An estate plan allows an individual to designate a person they trust to carry out their final wishes and oversee the distribution of their assets to the beneficiaries of their choice. Many falsely believe…
Read MoreHow Is Child Support Determined
Child support is the financial obligation parents share to contribute to the costs of raising their children. When parents get divorced, mandatory amounts and schedules for payments will typically be established by the presiding court as part of the divorce decree; however, parents who have never been married can also seek a court order to…
Read MoreSafe Driving Apps for Your Phone
In most situations, a smartphone is more of a distraction than it is an aid to safe driving. The circumstances that correlate with especially heavy smartphone usage at the wheel underscore the potential for distractions; the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that gig workers (like those who drive others or make deliveries) are four…
Read MoreWhat Assets Go Through Probate?
Understanding probate is crucial for estate planning and asset distribution after someone’s passing. Probate is the legal process of distributing a deceased person’s assets and settling debts. Assets that are exempt from probate can go directly to the designated beneficiaries, without waiting for the probate process to be completed. What assets go through probate? If…
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