What makes up the total cost of a workplace injury?
A workplace injury occurs in the line of duty, and it can be quite devastating, depending on the extent. Not only will you be dealing with physical and emotional pain, but you are also likely staring at some time off from any meaningful economic activity. Workplace injuries depend on your occupation, and they may include:…
Most people procrastinate estate planning: Here’s why you shouldn’t
If you ask most people if they have a will or an estate plan, they’ll tell you that they don’t. We’re still at a point, statistically speaking, where the majority of Americans have no plan, despite clearly needing one. You may find yourself wondering why they do this. Often, they’re merely procrastinating. Some reasons they…
The dangers of fatigue among truck drivers
Being alert is an important aspect of road safety. It means that the driver must be fully aware of the environment around them in order to react on time to avert a potential accident. However, when the driver is tired, this usually isn’t the case. A tired driver means that they are not wholly focused…
How does a lady bird deed help your family?
If you have never heard of a lady bird deed, you’re not alone. A lady bird deed is a type of deed that will help you avoid probate at death. At the same time, this deed helps you avoid giving up control of your property during your lifetime. Lady bird deeds are not recognized in…
4 benefits you can enjoy when you add a trust to your estate plan
A trust is a legal entity that you create to own and control specific assets. Many people choose to add trusts to their estate plans for their protection or for the benefit of family members and heirs. There are many kinds of trusts, and each offers specific benefits. However, there are certain, general benefits that…