Multiple people can claim to own the same piece of California real estate. When this situation arises, it’s necessary to settle the dispute. If you’re in such a situation and want to establish property ownership, you can consider filing a quiet title lawsuit. Quiet...
Month: January 2023
Understanding Medicaid asset protection trusts
California residents have a unique opportunity to establish a Medicaid trust with a 30-month look-back period. Most other states require a five-year look-back period. Establishing a trust is the first step that many residents take to ensure that long-term care later...
What can you do to recover from a TBI?
In California, there are around 33,000 diagnoses of traumatic brain injuries every year. Car accidents are one of the top causes of TBIs. Sports injuries, falls and any other accident or intentional assault that affects the head could cause an injury to the brain. The...
How to deal with boundary dispute in California
When buying a property in California, natural and human-made barriers aren't always trustworthy or accurate when determining the official boundary lines. If you happen to find yourself in an unfortunate situation involving a boundary dispute, it is essential that you...
Traumatic brain injuries resulting from car crashes in California
Motor vehicle accidents can have a significant impact on the brain. The brain is a vulnerable organ that rests inside your skull: A sudden blow or violent shaking might lead to lifelong damage. If you got into a car crash in California, it's important to understand...
Variations of distracted driving
Drivers benefit from maintaining focused attention on the roads. Humans can't always avoid distractions, but they must be vigilant when operating automobiles. Distracted driving-related crashes could result in fatalities, giving people a good reason to stay alert when...
Understanding the long-term effects of a TBI in California
Getting assaulted or involved in a motor vehicle accident that results in a traumatic brain injury can be devastating, both emotionally and cognitively. This injury occurs due to a quick jolt or blows to the head, injuring the brain. Experiencing a TBI can lead to...
Why don’t people notice early warning signs of brain injuries?
Thanks to the overly-dramatized portrayal of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in popular media, many people assume they would notice a brain injury right away after a crash. People often display dramatic bleeding or simply lose consciousness entirely when a movie or...
How to protect your assets when downsizing later in life
The average adult spends a lifetime accumulating property and then must make difficult decisions about assets when they retire. Heirlooms often wind up donated, forcing aging adults to downsize their own property for comfort and ease of estate administration later....
3 important steps to manage a loved one’s estate
Serving as an executor means that you will have a lot to do. Not only is it your responsibility to handle all of your loved one's accounts and property, but you take on some personal financial liability for any mistakes that you make in this process. Having a plan...