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Are you in the process of setting up your estate plan, but not sure about the right way to do it? IF so, it will help to know the differences between using a will or a trust. 1. Cost There are costs involved to set up a will and a trust. Overall, you'll find that a will should be more affordable, especially for those people who have small estates. You can expect to pay between around $300 for a will to be created, which is primarily the hours involved by a lawyer to create the documents for you.

There are times in life that can come at you so quickly that your plans for your estate can stop matching the realities of your situation. If the following 5 life events occur, it may be time to get in touch with an estate planning attorney. Marriage Admittedly, for a lot of folks, this is the first time that even talking with an estate planning lawyer appears on their radar. Getting married means major changes in your tax situation, and it also introduces a person who has a claim on your estate if you die.

Cruising around town with a suspended license is a crime that could land you behind bars, but what about an incident that involves needing to acquire medical attention for someone? Say that you and your grandmother have decided to spend the weekend together at a cabin near a lake. The residence is rather primitive, and you don't have phone service. Your grandmother falls ill, and you believe that she needs emergency medical attention.

If you've been involved in an accident where another person caused your injuries, you may have grounds to sue them for compensation. In this case, you may want assistance from a personal injury attorney. You don't want legal advice from just any attorney, though. To ensure that your hire works out, keep these tips in mind.  Look For Trial Experience If you sustained a lot of injuries from another party, this case probably will end up in court.

Have you given thought to planning your estate? Too many people think they have plenty of time to worry about this important task, but life is fleeting, and anything can happen. Estate planning isn't just for older adults or people with money. Medical events, dementia, divorce, marriage, the birth or death of a child or spouse, and a sudden disability can all necessitate the need for having a plan in place or making changes to your plan.

When you file bankruptcy, it's a big move and you want to make sure that all possible forms of debt can be discharged. Several forms of debt are well-known to be off-limits, however. Taxes, back child support, and student loan debts are debts most filers won't be able to include. In some cases, filers fall victim to some bad information and end up regretting it later. Read on to learn more about payday lending and how not to get tricked.

Going up against big medical facilities and doctors can mean dealing with the powerful law firms hired by their insurers. If your efforts to alleviate a medical condition ended up making things worse because of a facility or practitioner, you may need to take certain actions to protect your rights to gain compensation. To find out how to get started, read on. What Is Meant By Malpractice? Most think they know what medical malpractice is and almost everyone has heard about extreme cases of doctors operating on the wrong body part or giving a patient the wrong medication.

A DUI is a major legal issue to deal with, and you will need to work closely with an attorney to get your driving privileges back. There are several things a DUI attorney can help you with throughout the process, including the following. Speak for You in Court One part of your attorney's job is to speak for you in court. This is to make the process easier and more efficient for you.