By Lane V. Erickson For nearly twenty years I’ve represented both landlords and tenants with regards to issues concerning the rental of Idaho real estate. The majority of the issues that come up involve residential real estate. Perhaps the most frequent issues that arise have to do with security deposits.…
By Matthew P. Stucki Confusion can arise in cases where an individual that has a Last Will and Testament makes a gift to a named beneficiary and is silent as to the intent of the gift. This confusion stems from the question as to whether the gift to the beneficiary…
By Fred J. Lewis Most serious on-the-job injuries to Idaho workers result in permanent injuries. Typically, you will be given restrictions by your treating doctor that will end your employment with your current employer. Most injured workers in Idaho have a difficult time after they have lost their employment because…
By Nathan R. Palmer Continuity and stability are two of the factors Idaho judges must consider when drafting a child custody plan for divorcing parents. The majority of child psychologists and social workers advise parents to establish routines for their children to help create a predictable environment in which children…
By Matthew Stucki Recently I have seen an increase in clients that come to my office and declare that they have made a gift to one or more of their children as part of their Medicaid planning or for some other reason. However, in most of these cases, the individual…
By Lane V. Erickson, Attorney Idaho is one of the states that offer a Speedy Eviction option to Idaho landlords under certain circumstances. The Speedy Eviction is a term used by lawyers who help Idaho landlords with evictions. A Speedy Eviction is simply a faster option that can be used…
By Lane Erickson, Attorney As I was driving to work one day I saw a bumper sticker on a car that said “At Will Employment Sucks”. Having practiced in employment law for nearly 20 years, I often have clients that misunderstand the at-will employment laws. This particular bumper sticker was…
By Nathan R. Palmer The use of a Miller Trust can help otherwise Medicaid eligible individuals qualify for Idaho Medicaid’s long-term care benefits when their monthly income exceeds $2,199. Individuals will generally not qualify for Idaho Medicaid’s long-term care benefits if their monthly income exceeds $2,199. Long-term care benefits are…
By Fred J. Lewis Under Idaho Worker’s Compensation law, the injured party has the burden of proof to produce medical evidence to support their Idaho Worker’s Compensation claim. This means your treating doctor needs to be on your side. He or she has to be willing to offer an opinion…
By Lane Erickson, Attorney I have represented both landlords and tenants in Idaho for a number of years. I got to know the area of law so well, that I decided to become a landlord myself about eight years ago. There are a lot of important things to understand in…