Blog
Medical Bills From A Personal Injury Settlement
Posted on October 1st, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Do you have to pay your medical bills from a personal injury settlement? If you settle a personal injury claim, the total sum awarded – less attorneys’ fees – will have to go toward some of the people or companies you owe. Damages, in a personal injury lawsuit, will usually include both past and […]
Are All Assets Sold During Bankruptcy?
Posted on September 29th, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Bankruptcy Attorney Understanding the types of bankruptcy you can file is essential if you want to protect some of your assets from being used to pay for your debts. Items that will likely be sold in a Chapter 7, for example, include investments, jewelry, valuable artwork, family heirlooms, newer vehicles with equity and real estate […]
Special Circumstances That Apply in Ride-Share Accidents
Posted on September 25th, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Personal Injury Lawyer Ride-sharing is convenient for many but controversial for some, with questions raised about its safety. For better or worse, however, services like Lyft and Uber are extremely popular and are likely here to stay. The increased numbers of ride-sharing vehicles on the road make it more likely that you may be involved […]
Reasons Why It’s Important to Update Your Will Following a Divorce
Posted on September 25th, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Divorce Lawyer Planning for the future is important, especially when it comes to ensuring that your final wishes are outlined in the event of the unexpected. While most people understand the importance of having a will or an estate plan in place, a shocking 60% of all Americans do not have one. For those who […]
4 Factors That Can Affect the Cost of a Wrongful Death Lawyer
Posted on September 23rd, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
If you believe a loved one has died through the neglectful actions of another, then you may be considering hiring an attorney to help you file a lawsuit. The assistance of a lawyer in this type of case can be useful, especially if you have never been involved in a legal dispute before. However, before […]
Benefits and Limitations of a Living Trust
Posted on September 23rd, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Estate Planning Lawyer A living trust can be a valuable estate planning tool. Sometimes it is recommended in place of a will. However, while a living trust can accomplish many of the same tasks that a will can, often in a way that is more convenient for you and your surviving loved ones, there are […]
Qualifying For A Settlement
Posted on September 22nd, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Personal Injury Lawyer If you were injured in an accident that involved either illegal or reckless behaviors, on the job or somewhere outside of work or home, you may qualify for a settlement, and contacting an attorney can be your best first step. If the actions of another have caused you harm, taking legal action […]
Steps After A DUI Arrest
Posted on September 20th, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
DUI Lawyer Being stopped by law enforcement may already be nerve wracking for most people. What is considered worse, is being arrested when you are stopped. There are certain steps that should be taken when you are faced by police officers and even worse, arrested. Being arrested for driving under the influence brings on an […]
Time Limits on Wrongful Death Cases
Posted on September 18th, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Wrongful Death Cases When a loved one dies due to someone’s negligence, it can be a stressful time. You may not be ready to talk to a lawyer about your situation, but every state has time limits on how long you have to bring a civil suit against the negligent party. Although no amount of […]
Car Accident Liability
Posted on September 18th, 2019 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Car Accident Liability You probably only looked down at the car radio for a second, but that second looking away from the road is all it took to not see an accident coming your way. Now what? You’re certain the accident was your fault, so what should you do? Keep the following in mind when […]