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Qualifying Factors for Receiving Permanent Disability Benefits
Permanent disability benefits fall under the workers’ compensation umbrella in the State of California. This means that in order to understand the qualifying factors of receiving permanent disability benefits, one must understand the rules and regulations relating to workers’ compensation in the State. Under the State of California, employees who do not make a… Read More »
How Do I Make Sure My Spouse has Enough Money to Cover the Cost of Funeral Arrangements?
After losing a loved one, the last thing a person wants to worry about is finding the money to respectfully say their final goodbyes. Unfortunately, this is an increasingly common problem as the cost of funerals has skyrocketed in last few decades. In 2017, the average cost of a funeral was almost $7,200 –… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation: Simple Steps That Could Help to Improve Workplace Safety
There are many elements that could play a role in causing workplace injuries. While workers can suffer injuries as a result of the employer’s or company’s negligence, there are important steps a worker could take in an effort to improve workplace safety. This article will highlight some of the best ways to prevent workplace… Read More »
Dog Bite Claims in the State of California
If you have recently been bit or attacked by a dog, it is important to know that the State of California imposes strict liability laws for dog bites and attacks. Strict liability laws impose liability on the dog’s owner and this owner will be held responsible for the injuries caused by the dog. Strict… Read More »
How to Avoid Probate in California
Probate is the legal process by which a deceased person’s assets are distributed. In California, like in many other states, probate can be an expensive and time-consuming affair, especially in circumstances in which the will is contested or the estate is large. Considering that the probate process usually begins immediately after the death of… Read More »
How Estate Planning can Reduce Your Tax Burden
Tax preparation is an essential consideration when creating an estate plan. When creating an estate plan, there are multiple taxes that California residents should seek to avoid, including income taxes, estate taxes, and inheritance taxes. When dealing with a sizable estate, these taxes can potentially reduce the size of your estate by a large… Read More »
Considerations in Business Succession Planning
Unlike corporations, which are typically owned by a large group of stockholders, small businesses must plan for what happens after the owner or owners of the company retires or passes away. These small businesses in California, typically organized as sole proprietorships, partnerships, or limited liability companies, must decide how their business succession plans fit… Read More »
What are the Most Common Workplace Injuries?
One of the first steps to making a worker’s compensation claim is recognizing that you have cause for one. There are many different types of work-related injuries, and many clients may not feel like their issue is serious enough to warrant workers’ compensation. However, any condition that could prevent you from working or diminishes… Read More »
Tips for Pedestrians to Avoid Accidents
Pedestrian often suffer severe injuries when involved in automobile accidents. There are measures that pedestrians can take to avoid these horrible accidents. You may not be able to control other people’s actions, but you can reduce the risk of being involved in an accident. Pedestrians are vulnerable because they are more likely to be… Read More »
Should I Set up a Living Trust?
Although they are often discussed together, a living trust is somewhat different from a living will. In both types of documents, you specify what you want to happen with your assets if you become incapacitated or die. However, with a living trust, you also appoint someone to handle those affairs when the unfortunate does… Read More »
