That’s right, $12 million! Leona Helmsley, a billionaire New York City real estate developer and hotel magnate was worth between five and eight billion dollars when she passed. She left $12 million to her dog, Trouble. The pooch was aptly named, since it resulted in a huge lawsuit brought by her grandson and granddaughter, who…
Insurance agents and related enterprising people have continually endeavored to concoct plans that make them a great deal of money. And when I say “plans,” I mean welfare benefit plans. These are insurance-based plans that employers can invest money into under the guise that the contributions are tax-deductible; likewise, they are represented as having the…
No doubt you’re aware of the legal troubles facing Bill Cosby. At this time, more than 8 women have filed lawsuits against the 78-year old comedian, actor and author – alleging he sexually assaulted and defamed them. So who’s taking care of all those legal bills? Would you believe his homeowner’s insurance? Cosby has “personal…
I am not an overly jaded or cynical person. But over 25 years of practicing law, and more than 51 years of living on this earth, I have seen enough chicanery to draw some conclusions. There is a saying that “the love of money is the root of all evil…” And that is true. With…
In the finale of Seinfeld, the four main characters are arrested for violating a law variously entitled "The Good Samaritan Law.” At the time the series was filmed, the law was supposedly a new law. However, a large majority of states now have "Good Samaritan" laws on the books. Obviously, the situation in the series…
I think we’ve all received a phone call or email announcing we’ve won some money, won a sweepstakes, or have millions awaiting in an African bank account. Alarm bells begin to sound when someone starts asking for personal information – like a birthdate, social security number, or a prepaid VISA gift card – and we…
Did you see the California news item about two men who allegedly posed as structural engineers for more than 10 years? From 2003 through 2014, Ruben Gutierrez and Wilfrido Rodriguez created engineering and architectural plans for businesses, strip malls, homes and apartment buildings. Unfortunately, neither man was certified, trained, nor credentialed to create those plans….
Texans have been allowed to openly carry holstered handguns since January 1, 2016. There were concerns when the law was passed. Would 7-11 turn into the O.K. Corral? What happened if two people wanted to buy the same car? Would they walk 20 paces and draw? According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, there’s…
To answer the second part of the question first, yes, everyone should have Personal Injury Protection (PIP). And I encourage you to get as much as your carrier will provide you. It’s generally offered in increments of $2,500.00, up to about $10,000.00, although I have seen it higher than $10,000.00 on at least one occasion….
We hear you. Anyone who works in a legal profession knows they’re the punch line (or punching bag) of many a joke. So why should you hire an attorney? All jokes aside, most people are intimidated by the law. There are confusing rules, statutes, and laws out there – not to mention the language of…