On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 29, 2020 | Auto accidents
Passing the driver’s license test is a huge day for teenagers. However, just because they passed the test does not mean they are highly skilled drivers. Teens pose high risk on the road due to numerous factors, and one way to counteract this is to get parents...
On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 24, 2020 | Estate planning
Far too many people make the mistake of only creating a last will instead of a comprehensive estate plan if they even bother to consider what happens when they die at all. However, if you experience an incapacitating accident or medical event, your loved ones will...
On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 13, 2020 | Estate planning
If you do not own many assets or property, it may seem like a good idea to simply handwrite a will to specify who gets what. While this may appear to be an easy way to plan your affairs, it may end up causing more of a headache for your beneficiaries after your...
On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 13, 2020 | Estate planning
While a good will typically names the person the testator wants to perform the role of executor of the estate, situations do happen so that there is no one to take care of these duties. For example, we have seen it happen that a will names a spouse, but both spouses...
On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 13, 2020 | Auto accidents
When it comes to vehicle safety features, the feedback experts receive seems surprisingly mixed. Drivers may expect that any safety feature would be helpful. However, the designs and functions vary widely, and the differences could affect the outcome in a traffic...
On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 12, 2020 | Truck accidents
Accidents involving large trucks are often devastating due to the size difference between passenger vehicles and the trucks. There are many different risks you have for accidents relating to these trucks that you would not have with other vehicles. One such risk is...
On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 12, 2020 | Estate planning
Creating a will allows you to state your wishes for what happens with your property after your death. While it may not be something you want to think about, having a will is very important if you own valuable assets or have minor children. Your will is a legal...
On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 12, 2020 | Estate planning
Your debt does not automatically go away when you die. It is unfortunate, but creditors and the government still want to try to collect their money. After your death, according to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, whoever manages your estate will take on the...
On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 12, 2020 | Truck accidents
While being involved in any kind of automobile accident is very serious, getting into an accident with a semi truck can easily be catastrophic. Many people are intimidated driving around semi trucks, and given their immense size and weight this is not a surprise....
On behalf of Bateman & Bateman, P.C. | Feb 11, 2020 | Estate planning
When most of us conceptualize the concept of “estate planning,” it is likely that we are thinking about legal paperwork that will come into effect after death. While this is a sobering thought, estate planning is necessary, and most of us recognize that. However, some...
