Ashmore Law Firm: Our Legal Blog
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4 Reasons for a Revocable Living Trust
A person who sets up a Revocable Trust reserves the right to revoke, amend, terminate, or change the trust. See how this trust could work for you.
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Perfect Asset Protection - The Benefits of a Lifetime Trust
A lifetime trust can create perfect asset protection for your beneficiaries. We recommend this option if the beneficiaries of the trust are children.
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What is a Personal Injury Case?
A personal injury case allows for a claimant to recover damages to make them whole. The injured party may be entitled to monetary compensation.
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The Duties of an Independent Executor
An Independent Executor holds a significant amount of responsibility. This article will help explain the duties & steps to take if your are appointed.
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The Basics of Beneficiaries
Find out what a beneficiary is, how to choose a beneficiary, who or what can be a beneficiary and if you can change a beneficiary after you choose one.
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What is PIP and Why Do I Need it?
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage is an optional auto insurance coverage to protect you, your family & anyone riding in your car if you are in a wreck.
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6 Questions to Ask When Hiring an Estate Planning Attorney
Selecting a qualified estate planning attorney is important. Have these 6 questions ready to ask when hiring an estate planning attorney.
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Dog Bites and Children - Tips to Protect Your Family
Dog bites are a serious problem for people of all ages. It's estimated that 4.7 million people are bitten each year — with children being the most vulnerable.
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The Statute of Limitations on Personal Injury Cases in Texas
Statutes of limitations are laws that set time limits on how long you have to file a lawsuit. The time limits depend on the legal claim or crime in the case.
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Obtaining a Death Certificate
A death certificate's provided to prove your loved one is deceased. A certified copy needs to be sent to all insurance companies in order to collect.
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The 5 MUST HAVE Incapacity Planning Documents
Estate Planning does not only encompass death-time planning, but also disability or incapacity during life. It is important to have these 5 important documents.
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2013 & 2014 Estate, Gift & Generation-Skipping Tax Exemptions & Rates
This table shows the 2013 & 2014 Estate, Gift & Generation-Skipping Tax Exemptions & Rates.
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Estate Planning 101
Protect what you've worked so hard for. The estate planning process is not as complicated as some think. We hope this infographic helps explain the basics...
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Understanding Spousal Support & Alimony in Texas
You can't get alimony in Texas, but you can request spousal support. There are certain criteria that have to be met in order to qualify for spousal support.
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Car Insurance...Do you have Enough?
1 out of 5 vehicles in Texas is uninsured. If you're in a wreck with an uninsured driver & you get hurt, there won’t be any coverage for you. Protect yourself.
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5 Important Questions to Ask When Hiring a Divorce Attorney
Once you've found a divorce lawyer that you want to hire, you need to ask important questions to make sure you feel comfortable with the person you choose.
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What to do When a Loved One Suffers from a Mental Illness
Do you have a loved one that has threatened to harm himself or herself, or threatened to harm someone else? Find what to do when this happens.
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5 Steps To Take If You're In An Accident
Would you know what to do if you were in a car accident? We hope your driving isn’t interrupted by an accident, but if it is, you need to be prepared.
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6 Common Misconceptions About Divorce
When it comes to divorce, people seem to have a lot of misconceptions. Some of the most common divorce myths I encounter include the following...
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Prenuptial Agreement in Texas - Jason & Rachel's Story
A prenuptial agreement is a lot like AUTO INSURANCE – you hope you’ll never have to use it, but you’re glad you have it when you’ve gotten into an accident!