While today's cars, trucks and SUVs have hundreds of impressive safety features, motor vehicle accidents continue to be a leading source of both catastrophic injuries and death. In fact, according to the Association for Safe International Road Travel, 38,000 Americans...
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What are non-probate assets?
When a person dies, something has to happen with his or her assets and outstanding debts. Probate is a legal process that deals with administering the deceased person's estate, including collecting and distributing assets, paying debts and taking care of final...
No-fault insurance reform successes and failures
Reforms to Michigan's no-fault insurance law that took effect in July of 2020 have saved Michigan drivers $4 billion on auto insurance premiums. Additionally, Michigan drivers are paying reduced fees to the Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association for another $1...
Pedestrian accidents in Michigan
As a pedestrian, you need to keep an eye out for reckless drivers whenever you walk near traffic. Tragically, these accidents claim many lives and send even more accident victims to emergency rooms with serious injuries. Whether a driver goes over the speed limit,...
What tax responsibilities do estate administrators owe?
When a loved one named you estate administrator, you agreed to the role and its responsibilities. To ensure you do right by your loved one and her or his beneficiaries, you want to learn how to handle all financial aspects of estate administration. The IRS explains...
A closer look at drowsy driving
When driving, you need to remain alert and keep an eye out for many different hazards, such as icy roads, dangerous intersections, inclement weather and traffic congestion. In addition, you need to watch out for dangerous drivers, such as those who drink and drive,...
How could an attorney assist with settling my estate’s finances?
When a probate attorney acts as your personal representative, your heirs may benefit from his or her experience in settling complex financial affairs. Your outstanding debts and your estate's taxes generally need resolving before the court transfers property to those...
Air brake failure is a factor in almost 30% of truck crashes
Commercial trucks pose a threat to all Michigan motorists because they are so much larger and heavier than passenger cars. However, sometimes, defects within the truck’s braking system or truck driver mistakes have the potential to trigger air brake failure and make...
Can you face lawsuits for mismanaging an estate?
When you serve as the executor over someone else’s Michigan estate, you accept responsibility for taking care of and settling it. The executor role requires a considerable amount of effort, and you may find yourself in trouble if you fail to follow all necessary...
Valid reasons for contesting a will
Most wills go through the probate process with no issues. However, there may be a time when someone wants to contest the will. A person cannot take legal action just because he or she does not like what the decedent put in the will. There are very specific reasons why...
