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With the rate of divorce and remarriage continuing to grow, it should come as no surprise that older people are also taking part in this trend. Of course, everyone should be able to find love and remarry at any age, but when we remarry later in life, there are certain considerations that may affect children you have from a previous relationship

In Ohio, going through the probate is often required to settle a decedent's final affairs and distribute the estate's assets to rightful beneficiaries. However, there are a lot of collective popular opinions and misleading information surrounding the probate process.

In a last will and testament, you can designate how your assets will be distributed to your heirs and loved ones when you’re gone, but what happens if you suddenly become unable to manage your own financial affairs due to incapacitation or some other reason? A will does not cover events while you’re still alive.

Having an estate plan allows you to provide instructions regarding how you want your estate, assets, and final affairs to be managed or settled upon your death or sudden incapacitation.

Passengers have the right to make a claim when they are injured in accidents. It does not matter whether or not the driver was at fault. However, when the driver is at fault, an attorney with the knowledge, experience and empathy necessary to help you navigate what can be an uncomfortable situation is essential.

Although one of the goals of a will is preventing disputes, wills that were executed fraudulently or incorrectly can be subject to a will contest. At StachlerHarmon, our attorneys have extensive experience representing both fiduciaries and beneficiaries in will contests.

Insurance issues are central to the resolution of car accident cases in Ohio and every other state. That is why, after an accident, it makes sense to protect your interests with assistance from attorneys who are well-versed in handling those issues.

The elderly and those unable to care for themselves are among the most vulnerable in our society. Sadly, unscrupulous individuals may exert undue influence to take advantage of their vulnerabilities. This can include encouraging changes to estate plan documents.

Because accidents that involve commercial vehicles often rely on complex evidence, a thorough investigation of the accident is a critical step. At the Dayton law firm of StachlerHarmon, our attorneys leave no stone unturned when investigating truck accidents.

Families often fight. Sometimes that's unavoidable, sometimes not. Either way, however, if a probate or estate issue is involved, it's a sensitive situation — and one for which you need skilled legal counsel.