Jackson Missouri Legal Blog
Should a special needs trust be part of your estate plan?
If you have a relative who has a disability, you may have concerns about his or her ability to pay for basic living expenses and medical care. You may also worry that your loved one may be vulnerable to financial abuse. Setting up a special needs trust may put your...
What repayment plan may I make with a Chapter 13 bankruptcy?
If you earn regular income or own assets, you may consider filing for a Chapter 13 bankruptcy, which initiates a court-approved payment plan. As noted by Bankrate.com, your unsecured creditors may then receive the money you owe them over the next three to five years. ...
A DWI charge could affect many aspects of your life
If an officer stopped you on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, an arrest may be your first such interaction with the law. You undoubtedly have plans for your future but a DWI mark on your record could affect your life in many ways. Education issues If you are...
Updating your estate plan when you remarry
A second marriage means new and exciting changes are in store for you and your family, but it also means it may be time to take a second look at your estate plan. The actions you take when estate planning may impact how much your children, your ex-spouse and current...
Are you eligible for Chapter 7 bankruptcy?
You work hard to support your loved ones, but in these current economic times, money for the mortgage and car payments may be scarce. Although the thought of going through a bankruptcy is scary, it may be your only recourse. Look at the following information...
The potentially devastating consequences of crush injuries
When your body becomes trapped between two hard surfaces that squeeze it with great pressure, you suffer a crush injury that severely compresses your affected body part or parts. Not surprisingly, the longer you remain trapped, the more damage the crush injury does. ...
Do you qualify for drug court in Missouri?
The Missouri Drug Court Program provides supervised substance use recovery for eligible offenders. Entering this program can help you avoid jail time and achieve a drug-free lifestyle. If you are facing charges for a nonviolent offense and struggle with drug or...
Avoid these 3 potentially life-threatening ladder mistakes
Ladders are necessary equipment at many workplaces across the Show Me State. However, ladders can be extremely dangerous because they create such a significant fall risk. In 2017, more than 36,000 individuals lost their lives in falls. A fall from a ladder may make it...
Distracted driving and personal injury crashes
You see distracted drivers every day in Missouri. They are talking on their phones. They are texting. They are not paying full attention to the road. They are causing personal injury crashes. A recent study found Missouri has the weakest distracted driving laws in the...
Laws for filing a personal injury claim in Missouri
When the negligence of a person or business causes serious injuries, you have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit. This type of legal claim can cover your lost wages, medical expenses and other costs resulting from the injury. Before you move forward, make...
