Understanding The Insurance Company Bureaucracy
If you are trying to negotiate your claim with the insurance company, then you may be wondering: Why does the settlement process have to be so difficult? Why is the insurance company being so blatantly unreasonable? Why is the adjuster dragging his feet? The simplest (and, no doubt, most frustrating) answer to all of these […]
Why do I need a buy/sell agreement?
Buy-Sell Agreements: Funding and Payment Terms A. FUNDING There are numerous ways to fund a buy-sell agreement depending on initial capital, cash flow, number of owners, and other personal or financial factors. Here are the primary funding options: 1. The Buyers Use Their Own Money with a Single Payment Although ideal, this is the most […]
Settling Business Disputes
Settling a Business Dispute Studies show that over 95% of all lawsuits are resolved without a trial. Thus, the overwhelming probability is that a new case will settle. For that reason, much of a business litigator’s job is getting a case into a position that will enhance the possibility of a favorable settlement. Generally, the […]
10 Things that Your Criminal Defense Attorney Wish You Knew
There are many myths and misconceptions about the criminal justice system. The more a defendant knows about how the system actually works, the better he will be able to assert his rights and protect his interests. This list contains information and advice which can help a defendant avoid the common pitfalls and unpleasant surprises that […]
12 Mistakes to Avoid When Succession Planning for Your Business
As a small business owner, you probably feel that your business is your baby. You may find it hard to think about what will happen to it when you are no longer able to run it. Nevertheless, if you want your business to continue after you leave it or you want to make sure you […]
17 States That Tax Your Estate!
Losing a loved one is a tragedy that requires space to grieve, and the last thing a family needs at that time is to deal with unexpected costs. However, there are federal and state-level taxes that need to be handled if the decedent had an estate or property to pass on. Knowing the differences between […]
What Is Stonewalling and How Should I respond?
Does it seem like the insurance adjuster is dragging his feet on your personal injury claim? It may be that the adjuster is stonewalling you – that is, deliberately delaying the settlement of your claim in an effort to wear you down until you are willing to accept a low offer just to put an […]
5 Mistakes to Avoid In Small Claims Court
Every year, thousands of Pennsylvania residents either file a complaint or defend themselves in Small Claims Court. Often called a Justice of the Peace, Small Claims Courts in Pennsylvania are disigned to handle small claims, under $12,000 in a fast and cost effective manner. The filing fees are low and court hearings are usually scheduled […]
Can I Get Charged for DUI Just By Sitting In My Car?
It’s Friday night. It’s been a long hard week. You go out with some friends and have a little too much to drink. You can’t get a ride home and you know that you cannot drive. So you get in your car and decide that you will sleep it off there. Being the wintertime, it […]
What happens to my property in bankruptcy?
One of the most often asked questions in a Chapter 7 bankruptcy is “what will happen to my property?” The answer depends on whether the property is “secured” or “unsecured.” Unsecured property is property that is not attached as collateral for a loan. For example, if you use your credit card to purchase a TV […]
