For many, growing older is something they may not think about, whether it's because they're focused on their life or due to the anxiety it can cause. Regardless, it's important to understand the importance of planning in advance for the future, as there are no guarantees in life. Though you...

In many instances, those who drive near large trucks may be overcome with anxiety regarding the circumstances, as accidents involving these vehicles can be devastating. Truck collisions are often fatal due to their large size, making them anxiety-inducing for many drivers. As such, it's important to understand the most common...

Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the advantages of creating a trust fund, as they assume only the ultra-wealthy will benefit from establishing this kind of documentation. However, there are many benefits to creating a trust fund. As such, if you're ready to begin planning your trust, there is one...

When you're involved in an accident, whether you fall in a supermarket or are hit by another driver, it's important to understand how to prove negligence. This can be incredibly challenging, as the other party will likely deny liability. However, you should also consider the significant difference between negligence and...

If you're like most people, keeping the details of your life, family, and finances private is something you take very seriously. As such, when creating your will and estate plan, you may be worried about privacy. However, given the nature of a will, it's important for this document to be...

When you're involved in a collision, it can be incredibly jarring. However, you remain calm, gather your information, and prepare to meet the negligent driver, but to your shock, they're leaving the scene. This can be an incredibly complicated matter so it's important to familiarize yourself with the actions you...

For many planning their estate, they worry about the big assets, like their home, bank accounts, or life insurance. However, it's important to understand that significant assets aren't the only property you need to take into consideration. One thing you may not have accounted for is what will happen to...

While many car accidents are minor and leave both drivers with minimal damage to their vehicles and no injuries, not all are as lucky. Unfortunately, many drivers sustain injuries, with studies showing that around two million people suffer from common car accident injuries each year. Understanding the most common injuries...

For many, the idea of creating a trust fund seems unnecessary. Unfortunately, there is a common misconception that only the ultra-wealthy can benefit from establishing trust funds. However, this is far from the truth, as many people can reap the benefits of establishing a trust fund. As such, understanding the...

Friedman Schuman Layser is pleased to share that Melissa Paris Miller has been appointed as co-chair of our firm’s medical malpractice department. Since joining the firm in 2015, Melissa has focused her practice on medical malpractice, personal injury, crime victims' advocacy, and product liability litigation. Her commitment to achieving justice...