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Planning A Funeral or celebration of life After a Sudden Loss

Suddenly losing a loved one is difficult for the entire family and those left behind. Apart from the devastating loss, some things need to get done soon after the tragedy, including planning the funeral or celebration of life. It always helps to work with those who knew your loved one best and understand ways to…

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Estate: Terms to Know and What To Do If Your Loved One Didn’t Have a Will

When a loved one unexpectedly dies, it is an extremely difficult time for family members. They are left to pick up the pieces after the devastating news, including figuring out what to do with their loved one’s possessions. If a family member did not have a will at the time they passed, knowing what to…

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Victim’s Rights: What Are They and How Do They Work?

The following content is adapted from “Unthinkable” by attorney Kyle Bachus. When it comes to the criminal justice system, victims and family members of victims often feel the system favors the accused. Many victims have voiced their opinions about this imbalance, which has pushed for victim’s rights reform that would give them specific protections. Over…

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The 11 Steps In a Criminal Case

The following content is adapted from “Unthinkable” by attorney Kyle Bachus. Any criminal case is generally a lengthy process that involves several steps to ensure justice is served. However, criminal cases that involve a fatality or catastrophic injury are particularly complex and can take months (if not longer) to reach a resolution. If you and…

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3 Ways to Regain Control After Suffering a Catastrophic Loss

The following content is adapted from “Unthinkable” by attorney Kyle Bachus. Suddenly losing a loved one in an accident is devastating for family members and friends. Your life changes instantly, and it can be difficult to know how to pick up the pieces and move forward. There could be a lot of questions left unanswered…

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Who Is Involved in a Criminal Case After Wrongful Death?

After a tragic event in which a family member’s life is lost, nothing can undo what happened. But it’s important to know the legal system is there to hold the responsible party accountable and ensure justice is served. If criminal charges are brought in your family’s case after losing a loved one to wrongful death,…