Author: ELP Lawyers

Is a Trust Better or a Will for Your Estate Planning? Making arrangements for your death is not a pleasant prospect, but it is a responsibility that everyone has to…

Wills and Their Functions When it comes time to prepare a comprehensive estate plan, a will is usually first on the list. This document is used to bestow items on…

I do new potential client intakes for our law offices and one of the biggest complaints I hear is, “This consultation should be free! Other lawyers give free consultations!” Yes,…

As the plaintiff’s counsel and the defendant’s counsel prepare to take a personal injury lawsuit to trial, each side will prepare arguments to present to a jury. In the months…

The ins and outs of the nation’s child support system appear straightforward at a glance. Non-custodial parents are generally required to pay a certain percentage of their income in child…

What Can I Do When Someone Else’s Carelessness Injures Me? When you sustain injuries caused by someone else’s carelessness, you have the right to sue that person for damages, i.e.,…

Being on probation is much like being on punishment as a child. There are restrictions laid out and if you disregard those restrictions, there is more trouble for you. What…

What Types of Compensation Can I Likely Recover in My Car Accident Lawsuit? When you’re injured in a car crash caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing, you naturally want…

When is the Right Time to Draft a Will? Creating a Will Creating a will is something that is not at the forefront of many people's minds. This document though…

A special needs trust, also known as a supplemental needs trust, can help take care of a disabled loved one. What is a Special Needs Trust? A special needs trust…