Month: March 2017
Protect your legal rights after an accident
You don’t go through your day worried that you will be injured in an accident. However, you probably know that this could happen at some point. Some of the more common types of accidents include: Motor vehicle accidents Motorcycle accidents Truck accidents Commercial vehicle accidents Medical malpractice Nursing home negligence Slip and fall accidents All […]
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5 ways to better share the road with motorcycles
Any type of accident can be traumatic and frustrating, but an accident between a larger vehicle and a motorcycle can often be deadly. It is the responsibility of all drivers on the road to drive safely and defensively to protect from accidents. When you regularly share the road with motorcycles, there are ways you can […]
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Is there an inheritance tax in Tennessee?
You’re thinking of passing on your estate to your children, but you really don’t want the government to tax your assets when they’re just changing hands. Is there an inheritance tax that has to be paid in Tennessee? Does the government get to take a cut of your money before your heirs get it? There […]
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A recreational boat accident can cause serious injury, death
As the winter season comes to an end, it will only be a matter of time before people throughout the state of Tennessee take to the water. After all, there is nothing more enjoyable than boating. Unfortunately, there are times when people are injured and even killed in a recreational boat accident. This is why […]
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Is it possible to challenge a will?
It’s a common myth that anyone and everyone can challenge a will. For example, you can’t challenge the will of a distance relative just because you believe you should have received some or all of this person’s estate. Regardless of who you are or the relationship with the deceased, you can’t contest a will because […]
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What are the main responsibilities of a will executor?
When you create a will, you need to name an executor. While this may not sound like a big decision, it’s important to realize that this person is responsible for a variety of tasks. Here are some of the many things that the executor of a will may have to do: Locate the assets of […]
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Woman sentenced to prison for fatal DUI accident
Recently, a 31-year-old Springfield woman who pleaded guilty after a vehicle accident that killed a high school student was sentenced to 16 years in prison. The accident occurred in May 2015 when the woman’s car crashed head-on with that of a 17-year-old high school boy. At the time of the accident, the woman’s 2-year-old child […]
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How a trust gives you better control over your assets
Estate planning is a complex task for anyone, but when you have investments and other assets that are large enough to fall under the estate tax statute, it can be even more challenging. With Tennessee adopting statutory taxation levels well below those in place at the federal level, many more people in this state are […]
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