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Estate Planning for Aging Parents
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & ShortAs your parents age, you may take on a variety of tasks to help them make the most of their golden years. One of the most important tasks you may tackle is assisting them with their estate plan. Depending on how much planning they’ve already done, this could be as simple as a quick document […]
The Growing Issue of Cryptocurrency During an Auburn Divorce
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & ShortIn case you weren’t already worried about dividing up retirement funds, home equity, antiques, and stock portfolios, now you can add cryptocurrency to the list. If you are familiar with cryptocurrency, you may understand why it’s so difficult to divide. If you aren’t, you may wonder how much your spouse’s crypto is worth and if […]
How is Fault Determined in a Car Accident?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & ShortBefore you can receive compensation for a car accident, the insurance companies involved have to determine who is at fault. This might seem like a straightforward process, especially if it is clear that the other party was at fault. However, the insurance companies have a lot of information to go through. And if the other […]
What do I do When a Co-Parent Breaks the Custody Agreement?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & ShortIn some divorces, coming up with a mutually agreeable custody order is the hard part. Once the order is in place, the parents follow it and avoid unnecessary conflict. Other times, it’s not quite that easy. If one parent is unhappy with the court order or believes they deserve full custody, the other parent may […]
About Red Light Running Accidents in Auburn
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & ShortIt’s no surprise that many people are tempted to save a little bit of time by running that yellow light to avoid sitting at the stoplight. Unfortunately, it’s also very common to misjudge a stoplight and run through a red light. Red light car accidents can be devastating for everyone involved, causing serious injuries and […]
How Dashcam Footage Can Impact a Car Accident Case
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & ShortEvidence is everything in a personal injury claim, and the more evidence you have to back up your claims, the stronger your case may be. Having a dashcam at the front or back of your car could make it much easier to prove the other party’s negligence and unsafe driving—on the flip side, it could […]
How Does Emotional Abuse Impact a Divorce?
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & ShortEmotional abuse can have a serious impact on your self-esteem and your choices, which is why it often takes abuse victims so long to leave a toxic marriage. If your spouse has made a habit of breaking you down and whittling away at your self-image, the decision to leave your marriage is one that could […]
The Dangers of Creating a DIY Will
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & ShortYou know that estate planning is an important part of preparing for the future, but perhaps the whole process seems overwhelming. The idea of setting aside time to discuss your options and then spend even more time preparing the proper paperwork might make you wonder if you can just bypass the whole process with a […]
Things Parents Who Share Custody Need to Know About the Child Tax Credit
/by Haygood, Cleveland, Pierce, Thompson & ShortThe Child Tax Credit is part of the American Rescue Plan. It increased the child tax credit to $3,600 for children under the age of six and $3,000 for children between the ages of six and seventeen. However, it also changed how this credit was paid out to parents. If you share custody of your […]
Why You Should Gather Eyewitness Testimony at the Scene of an Auto Accident
/by Haygood Cleveland Pierce Thompson & ShortYou were driving safely, using your turn signals, and paying attention to other drivers on the road. But no matter how carefully you drive, you can’t control other drivers—and this time, someone crashed into you. Your next steps are to gather evidence, contact an attorney, and make sure you get what you deserve. What role […]