By Patrick N. George It is no secret that divorce is often one of the most complex and emotional experiences of a person’s life. In fact, divorce has often been referred to as a two step process. The first step is the actual legal steps to get the divorce while…
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Car Accident Injuries
By Patrick N. George One of the biggest causes of injuries to both adults and children in Idaho continues to be car accidents. Back and neck injuries are common following an accident, including rear-end collisions which are the largest type of crash in the city. The design of cars and…
The 4 Biggest Estate Planning Mistakes Made by Everyday People
By Lane V. Erickson, Attorney In the many years that I’ve worked as an estate planning attorney, I have met a variety of people. I find that most people are generally interested in getting their estate planning done, but don’t know how to get started. I’ve also found that completing…
The Idaho Industrial Commission decides all claims.
By Fred Lewis There are occasions when a third party hurts or injures someone while they are working. The injured Idaho worker can bring a claim against these negligent third parties. Under Idaho Code §72-223 the Idaho Worker’s Compensation Insurance Company has a subrogated claim or right to reimbursement from…
Estate Planning and Minor Children
By Lane V. Erickson, Attorney For parents with minor children, setting up a basic Estate Plan is the single most important thing you can do. Completing an estate plan allows parents to make sure their child or children will be cared and provided for. Here are the 2 most important…
What Happens When there is a Violation of the Fair Housing Act?
By Lane V. Erickson, Attorney When a person believes their fair housing rights have been violated they can contact the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) who is the administrative agency responsible for investigating and enforcing the FHA. Such a tenant can contact the HUD by letter, fax, e-mail,…
Can I use a DIY Estate Planning Kit Online?
By Lane V. Erickson, Attorney The internet has become an integral part of our everyday lives. In fact, it’s hard to imagine a time before emails, YouTube, Facebook, tweeting, Instagram, Amazon and so on. However, not everything having to do with the internet is great. Additionally, not all the information…
What Constitutes a Written Employment Contract?
By Lane V. Erickson, Attorney Written employment contracts come in all shapes, sizes and forms. Some even have the unambiguous words “Employment Contract” typed in bold words at the top of the first page. But not all do. Under Idaho law there is no magic form that in and of…
The Importance of Having a Living Will
By Lane V. Erickson, Attorney Although I’ve been an attorney for many years now, the first time I really came to understand the importance of having a valid Living Will was not through work. Rather, it occurred many years ago when a friend suffered a serious heart attack. The paramedics…
Keep Trick or Treaters Safe on Halloween
Halloween is all about fun and being scared for one night. Make sure the fun does not end with a frightening crash. Statistics indicate that children are more than twice more likely to be hit by a car on Halloween than on any other day of the year. Unsafe conditions…