What is Underinsured Motorist Coverage? This post will explain why Underinsured motorist coverage (UIM) can be vital in protecting you and your family in the event of a car accident.  Unfortunately, statistical data show that many drivers in California are operating motor vehicles without either inadequate insurance coverage, or no insurance at all. In fact,

In California it can take several months or even years for a lawsuit to become fully resolved.  The process typically begins with the filing of a complaint, followed by the defendant’s response, and then the discovery phase. During discovery, both parties gather and exchange evidence in order to build their cases. This can take several

SERVICE OF PROCESS DEADLINES Serve Defendant after Complaint Filed – 60 days after filing.  [Source: CRC 3.110] ][See also  CCP § 583.210 which requires serving the Summons and Complaint within three years after the Complaint is filed.  Due to the conflict between the Code of Civil Procedure and the Rules of Court, best practice is to use the shorter

How Much Do Personal Injury Lawyers Charge in California? In California (and in most states) personal injury lawyers do not charge an hourly rate, but instead take a percentage of the amount they can recover for you.  if you are the party making an injury claim, personal injury lawyers will customarily charge anywhere from 33.333

Special Retirement Trusts Do you have an individual retirement account or other type of retirement account that you plan to leave to your loved ones? If so, proceed with caution. Inherited retirement accounts do not have asset protection when they pass to your loved ones, meaning creditors can seize the money in the accounts to