Distracted driving is a type of negligent behavior that remains a contributing factor in far too many motor vehicle accidents. However, despite the inherent risks involved, many drivers continue to engage in such behaviors. You might encounter similar safety concerns...
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Mitigating safety risks with defensive driving techniques
On Behalf of Leahy Cox, LLP | Jun 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
It might not be uncommon for you to share Oregon roads with countless others while navigating to and from your destinations each day. Sometimes it might be difficult to predict how the decisions of nearby drivers could affect your safety, and you might worry about...
Divorce Can Bring Unexpected Financial Burdens
On Behalf of Leahy, Van Vactor, Cox & Melendy, LLP | Sep 23, 2019 | Uncategorized
Divorce is seldom easy. Perhaps you knew this already, and you hope to take every possible step to simplify and streamline the process. You may prefer the gentler form of mediation to avoid the heavy conflict of a litigated divorce. Whatever method you and your spouse...
How Can You Peacefully Co-Parent With A Narcissist?
On Behalf of Leahy, Van Vactor, Cox & Melendy, LLP | Feb 7, 2019 | Uncategorized
As is typical in divorce, perhaps you can no longer stand being around your former spouse. Maybe you have grown tired of your ex’s arrogance and disrespect. Or, possibly you recognize you made a mistake choosing him or her in the first place.Marriages end for a...
Divorced Parents Have Special Considerations When Estate Planning
On Behalf of Leahy, Van Vactor, Cox & Melendy, LLP | Jan 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
Immediately after your divorce is finalized, it is important to update all of your estate planning documents. For most people, the documents needing updates may include a will, power of attorney, living will and beneficiary designations. However, if you have minor...
Is A Forensic Accountant Necessary In A High-Asset Divorce?
On Behalf of Leahy, Van Vactor, Cox & Melendy, LLP | Dec 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
As you and your spouse consider divorce, various concerns arise. You may wonder where things went wrong. You likely worry about who will get the house. And, you might question the full extent of your marital assets.While many divorcing couples own real estate and...
Organization Can Help You During Divorce
On Behalf of Leahy, Van Vactor, Cox & Melendy, LLP | Oct 25, 2018 | Uncategorized
Going through a divorce is not only draining emotionally, but mentally. You might feel like there are a million steps you have to take in order to finally put your divorce behind you. There are many tasks, paperwork and other things you have to do during a divorce and...
Double Dipping And Divorce
On Behalf of Leahy, Van Vactor, Cox & Melendy, LLP | Aug 29, 2018 | Uncategorized
During a marriage, you share a lot of things. A house, a room, a bed and oftentimes a car or two. In addition, some spouses own a business together or separately. When the desire for unity ends, you probably want to stop sharing as well. Divorcing couples need to...
Do Grandparents Have Visitation Rights In Oregon?
On Behalf of Leahy, Van Vactor, Cox & Melendy, LLP | Jul 27, 2018 | Uncategorized
Losing contact with a loved one is heartbreaking. In the event of a divorce, many people are involved. Depending on who the children end up with, this can immensely impact a grandchild-grandparent relationship. You desire to maintain a connection with your...
5 Mistakes To Avoid In A High-Net Worth Divorce
On Behalf of Leahy, Van Vactor, Cox & Melendy, LLP | Jul 3, 2018 | Uncategorized
Divorces can be long and messy. There are many factors that come into the situation including the couple’s feelings towards each other, their home, valuables, animals and children. Some couples are able to make it through the process painlessly while others...
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