Distracted driving: Don’t pet and drive

Distracted driving: Don’t pet and drive

There are times when good people exercise poor judgment. Such is the case when drivers allow dogs to ride in the front seat or in their lap. The image of a pooch sticking its head out of the window while the vehicle is motoring down a busy street may make for a heart-warming picture, but it’s a legitimately dangerous thing for the driver, other people and the dog.  A more serious problem than you might think The prevalence of pet…

Divorce and your digital life

There are many issues to resolve in a divorce. If you have minor children, your most important considerations are likely the parenting plan and child support. Property division is also a key part of divorce, which could include a home, retirement assets and other items of significant value. Understandably, issues such as online passwords and shared streaming services may take a backseat to other considerations. However, shared passwords can play a larger role post-divorce than you might imagine. NPR reports that most…

Divorce and your digital life

There are many issues to resolve in a divorce. If you have minor children, your most important considerations are likely the parenting plan and child support. Property division is also a key part of divorce, which could include a home, retirement assets and other items of significant value. Understandably, issues such as online passwords and shared streaming services may take a backseat to other considerations. However, shared passwords can play a larger role post-divorce than you might imagine. NPR reports…

Forgiving your spouse after divorce

Marriages end for many reasons and people are often left with emotional scars following a divorce. Some may be upset with their former partner due to instances of abuse, while others may be bitter about how their ex handled issues during the divorce. People may also have emotional baggage over an affair or some other challenge that led to the breakdown of their marriage. It is understandable to struggle with these feelings, and the divorce process can be very draining…

2 risks of foreclosure

There are many different types of secured debt, but many would not concern anyone outside of the finance profession. Mortgages and mechanic’s liens, however, are almost synonymous with real estate. They are therefore often relevant to investors, homeowners, commercial landlords and small business. Both of these types of liabilities are often secured against real property. They may both result in foreclosure. However, that is where the similarities end, for the most part. Most people are familiar with the way a mortgage…