Although writing a will is a good estate planning strategy, it is not the end of the process because you need to keep updating your will whenever something significant happens in your life. For example, you need to analyze your will after a divorce to determine whether there are changes you need to make. Here are some of the will changes that you may find useful after a divorce:
Changing the Beneficiaries
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Did a recent trip to the doctor or hospital actually make your health problems worse instead of better? If your health deteriorated further due to someone else's negligence, you may have grounds to file a medical malpractice case. That said, you can expect any doctor or hospital you file against to defend themselves with vigor. You need to make sure you have all your ducks in a row before you move forward and file.
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Having estate planning documentation in place is important if you wish to plan ahead for the future. One legal document that many people choose to prepare is a will. This is a powerful tool that can help you make important decisions. An estate planning attorney can walk you through creating this document. Keep reading to learn what a will can do for you:
Outline Who Will Take Care of Your Wishes
You can use a will to outline who will take care of your affairs and wishes once you pass.
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When filing a workers' compensation claim, there's always the potential for your claim — no matter how legitimate — to be denied by your employer's insurance provider. Knowing why your claim was denied can be a tremendous help as you go through the appeals process. If you haven't filed a workers' comp claim yet, avoiding the following can help improve your chances of a successful claim.
1. Failure to File Immediately After an Injury
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If you have been in an accident with a big rig truck while driving your car, you will need to consult with an attorney that has a lot of experience with this type of accident. There are many elements that are unique to those involving a car and a semi-truck.
An accident between a truck and a car is often different
There are certain collisions that are more common with a semi-truck involving a car, and a lawyer with experience involving these accidents will be able to tell when the driver has a strong case.
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