If you’re an adult who is driving after you have consumed alcohol, you probably know that the legal limit is a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08%. Some people will even buy their own breath test to check before they drive. Either way, you know that this is the limit...
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Do I need an estate plan?
Maybe you’re young and healthy, or maybe you’re hale and hearty – but, either way, you haven’t given much thought to estate planning. Maybe you figure that you have plenty of years left, or maybe you figure that you don’t have any real assets worth fighting about – or...
False positive and breathalyzer test: how does it happen?
If law enforcement has reasonable suspicion that you are driving under influence (DUI), they will pull you over for further investigation. Part of this investigation may involve administering a breathalyzer test to establish your blood alcohol content (BAC) level. ...
3 mistakes to avoid during probate
Losing a loved one is hard. However, if you have been appointed as the personal representative of their estate, you need to stay strong enough to handle the probate process effectively. Unfortunately, due to the overwhelming emotions, you may make mistakes. This guide...
What happens to your joint credit cards when you divorce?
Opening a joint credit card makes a lot of sense for a married couple. Each of you can have your own card, while you both help pay off the balance. You can share responsibility for groceries regardless of who goes to the store, and you can qualify for better financing...
Can a cold shower sober you up?
If you believe that you are too drunk to get in the car and you ask people for advice on what you should do, they may repeat some myths that tend to make the rounds. For instance, a roommate may tell you that all you need to do is take a cold shower. After you do,...
Deciding as co-parents when a child is ready to be home alone
The question of when a child is ready to be left home alone is a complicated one for all parents. It depends on their age and maturity. It also depends on numerous other factors like for how long and what time of day you’re considering leaving them. Typically, parents...
What are the benefits of creating a will and estate plan?
Many of the tasks that you are supposed to accomplish as an adult are frankly unpleasant. Estate planning certainly seems unpleasant to the average individual. You don't want to think about what might happen if you die or how miserable life could be if you have...
4 common questions about estate planning
Estate plans are complex legal documents that detail the final wishes of the testator. Without an estate plan, a death in a family could cause great difficulty for the rest of the family. Despite that, many people put off making estate plans because they have...
What is the advantage of a POD account?
If you have certain types of financial accounts, you may be able to turn them into accounts that are payable on death. These are often called POD accounts. You can also open accounts with this designation from the very beginning, but you don’t necessarily have to do...