Texas highways are awash in tractor-trailers and other large commercial vehicles at all times, and it is easy to get caught up in traffic when they are near. No passenger car or SUV is a physical match for a big rig when an accident occurs, which means that lives are...
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What is subject to estate taxes?
To figure federal estate taxes at the time of your death, the trustee will first need to determine the fair market value of all your assets, which is your gross assets. Then, they will subtract allowable deductions and allowances for gifts made since 1977 to arrive at...
Why planning your estate now saves your family from frustration
Planning your estate in Texas before you reach an advanced age is one of the best things you can do for the loved ones you'll leave behind when you pass and for your peace of mind. Estate planning is especially if you're remarried and have children because things can...
Opting for transfer-on-death accounts
Estate planning could involve steps that minimize the duties and stress on beneficiaries. Setting up transfer on death designations could help Texas estate planners achieve such goals. Transfer on death accounts explained Essentially, when one person owns an asset,...
How to know if you’re in a will in Texas
Every Texas resident has seen the dramatic scene in a movie or tv show where a lawyer will read the will, usually revealing something very juicy in the process. They might be surprised to know that it doesn’t typically work that way. Usually, there will be a person...
Teenage drivers and risks
Teenagers in Texas and around the country are often enthusiastic about driving and the freedoms that mobility brings. However, some young people might be too carefree and not realize the dangers of risky driving behaviors. Concerns about younger drivers Younger...
How secondary collisions occur and injuries they cause
Car accidents in Texas can be devastating when they involve a secondary collision. These incidents are caused by various factors and can lead to serious injuries. Secondary collisions are serious Secondary collisions occur when a vehicle involved in an accident does...
Setting up your co-parenting schedule for the school year
Shared parenting allows both parents to keep enjoying the small as well as important moments in their child’s life even after they are no longer together. However, they must communicate, plan and adapt their parenting schedule. As families in Texas prepare for the new...
Some common injuries sustained in truck accidents
Trucks are a regular fixture on the roads in Texas. Unfortunately, their presence increases the risks of accidents. Certain types of injuries are more common in these types of incidents. Traumatic brain injury Truck accidents are often much worse than car accidents...
Safe back-to-school driving can prevent injuries
School is back in session in Texas. Back-to-school time also presents unique challenges for drivers who haven't had to worry about students crossing streets and walking to class. Taking a few minutes to review safety measures can go a long way. School zone safety...