As I am sitting here today in Mediation it got me to thinking about what a large role it plays in the domestic or family law litigation. About 30 years ago the legislature passed a law encouraging the use of alternative dispute resolution methods in … [Read more...]
I’ve Fallen, but I CAN Get Up: Why You Should Immediately Report All Work Injuries
So you think you may have hurt yourself at work…well, you know you did. You might have the following thoughts: “It’s not that bad. Work through it and see if it gets worse. The weekend is here, so I’ll rest and see how I feel on Monday. I’m seeing my … [Read more...]
DISCOURAGING DISENGAGEMENT IV: Domestic Partners, Disasters, Distance, and Doing It Yourself
Estate Planning Attorneys - Discouraging Disengagement In previous articles, I shared insights from James Brill’s excellent article, “Discouraging Disengagement.” Estate planning is fluid because time and circumstances alter plans. In the first … [Read more...]
The Ugly Truth Behind the Sunny Financial Outlook in a New Social Security Report
New Social Security Report Findings You Should KnowThe 2019 Annual Report of the Board of Trustees of the federal Old Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) and Disability Insurance (DI) Trust Funds was released on April 22, 2019. The 2019 Trustees … [Read more...]
Understanding IRS Penalties
April 15 is the deadline to file your 2018 federal income tax returns or request an extension to file. As that date rapidly approaches, you might be asking, "What can the IRS do to me if I do not file my return or request an extension?" Or "What … [Read more...]
I’ve Fallen, but I CAN Get Up: Why You Should Immediately Report All Work Injuries
So you think you may have hurt yourself at work…well, you know you did. You might have the following thoughts: “It’s not that bad. Work through it and see if it gets worse. The weekend is here, so I’ll rest and see how I feel on Monday. I’m seeing my … [Read more...]
Department of Justice Announces $9.1 Million Settlement in Defective Ear Plug Case
3M to Pay $9.1 Million to Settle Defective Ear Plug Claim Injured Military Personnel May Have Claims Over Defective Earplugs If you served in the armed forces of the United States between 2003 and 2015, and use the dual-end or reversible “Combat … [Read more...]
Admissions Scandal Rocks Higher Education
Wrongdoing Includes Bribes, Cheating on Entrance Exams and Misrepresentation of Athletic AbilityIn March, 2019, federal prosecutors announced a total of 50 indictments in what officials say is the most extensive college admissions fraud ever … [Read more...]
The Dangers of Using Online Forms in Family Court
Everyone wants to save money where they can; however, trying to handle complex family law litigation without an attorney, utilizing forms found on the internet, is fraught with peril. Every day, judges face courtrooms full of people attempting to … [Read more...]
Disengagement – Threats to your Estate Plan
As in parts one and two of this Estate Planning series, I want to credit James E. Brill and his excellent article, “Discouraging Disengagement.” In Part One, we discussed Death, Disability, and Decline. In Part Two, we looked at Disaffection, … [Read more...]
Expediting Your Social Security Claim
Expedite Your Social Security Claim with an Attorney Advisor The Attorney Advisor Program allows certain staff attorneys at the Social Security Administration (SSA) to conduct prehearing proceedings and issue fully favorable decisions on the record … [Read more...]
Understanding IRS Penalties
April 15 is the deadline to file your 2018 federal income tax returns or request an extension to file. As that date rapidly approaches, you might be asking, “What can the IRS do to me if I do not file my return or request an extension?” Or “What … [Read more...]
