Estate planning can be a sensitive topic. Considering the distribution of your assets after you pass is of course the central concern, but family conflicts over inheritances are unfortunately common. However, there are steps you could consider to minimize the risk of...
Working on cellphone towers can pay well, but it is an inherently hazardous occupation. Even with proper training and equipment, the risk of suffering severe injuries is high for tower workers. Tower technicians often work at heights ranging from 200 to 500 feet, and...
Workers' compensation benefits are essential for covering medical expenses and lost wages after a workplace injury. However, not all claims are approved, leaving injured workers without the support they need. Understanding the most common reasons for claim denials...
A business or successful professional practice can be a strong incentive to draft an estate plan. It can also be a major complicating factor during the planning process. Frequently, business owners need to make appropriate arrangements to ensure that the right people...
Managing a terminal illness is very challenging, both emotionally and practically. One of the most important steps you can take is to get your affairs in order, providing peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Proper estate planning can help you manage your...
Workplace accidents can happen anywhere. Nonetheless, some occupations are more dangerous than others. Construction is one of the most dangerous professions, with over 1,000 workers dying each year and many more suffering injuries. Sometimes, accidents just happen....
Nurses spend their time looking after the health of others. While doing so they often put their health at risk with nursing having one of the highest rates of injury and illness of any profession. Understanding the risks can reduce the chance a nurse needs to take...
Nurses are the backbone of the healthcare system. Every day, nurses across Pennsylvania help treat thousands of patients. As they spend so much time helping others, the injury risks that nurses face are often overlooked. Here are some of the more common occupational...
Business owners often worry about the legacy they may leave when they die. Often, their goal is to preserve the company long after they cease working there. Estate planning is therefore incredibly important for business owners who intend to leave a meaningful legacy....
Many people pass away without a Will or estate plan. This is known as dying intestate. They haven’t made a plan regarding healthcare decisions or asset distribution. So what happens to that person‘s estate? In the absence of a legal plan, state law takes over. It will...