I am often asked about the difference between a corporation and an LLC. An LLC is formed by one or more owners filing articles of organization with the state. By contrast, a corporation becomes incorporated after filing the organizational documents, appointing a board of directors creating bylaws, and then distributing company stock. The owners of Learn More “Know the Difference Between a Corporation and an LLC”

Everybody asks me what’s the best way to be prepared for testimony at trial? First, who am I testifying for and what am I testifying about? The person asking the questions should be giving you the questions ahead of time so you understand. Make sure you receive all the documents or information that you’re going Learn More “Top 4 Secrets to a Great Testimony at Trial”

“Hey Brian, the insurance company called me on the phone and offered to settle my case. What should I do?” Never settle a case over the phone with an insurance company. It’s super important that you get advice from an experienced personal injury attorney who can help you with this settlement process. Remember, you only Learn More “Their Insurance Offered to Settle. What Should I Do?”

Here’s four ways that compensation agreements can help you. First, make the terms and requirements of the agreement clear in writing, and avoid claims that there’s any oral representations or separate written agreements to the contrary. Second, allow to clearly define the job and project duties, compensation, and allow restrictive covenants that affect when an Learn More “Top 4 Ways Compensation Agreements Protect You”

“Brian, should I stay off social media when I have a personal injury case?” My answer to that is yes. You should avoid social media, especially if it has to do with the injuries you sustained and your accident or case. Remember, once you put it out there, you can’t bring it back. But if Learn More “Should I Stay Off of Social Media After My Accident?”

Arbitration can be simpler and in some cases a faster and less expensive process, and it’s often outside the public. But you need to understand that arbitration is not always the least expensive. And since you’re awaiting trial, it may block your ability to get a jury of your peers to decide your case. It Learn More “When Should I Choose Arbitration Over Trial?”

I get this question all the time. Why is personal injury protection insurance important? Well, I’ll tell you, it acts as a health insurance to assist people in deferring medical costs after an accident. Sometimes folks don’t have any health insurance. This is the only coverage you have to cover expensive hospital and medical bills. Learn More “What is PIP Insurance and Why is it Important?”

It is critical to understand the difference between an employment agreement and a compensation agreement. Employment agreements are typically limited to relationships between the employers and employees. While the compensation agreements are usually with non-employees, such as independent contractors, agents, and other persons who perform services or supply products. Critically important to understand the specific Learn More “Employment Agreement vs Compensation Agreement”

Hey, Brian, I was involved in a motor vehicle accident. What do I do? Well, I’ll tell you three things you need to do. Number one, call an attorney. Number two, call an attorney. And number three, call an attorney. Last thing you need is to be stressed out worrying about the claims handling process. Learn More “Why it is Critical to Contact an Attorney Right Away!”

You need to be comfortable that every contract you sign is clear and the other parties know exactly what the terms require. A modification clause restricts parties from claiming that anyone agreed to change a term in the contract, unless of course all parties have agreed to that change in writing. The language might say Learn More “Why You Need Modification Clauses in Every Agreement”