Applying Decades Of Experience To Solve Modern Legal Issues
Sometimes when there is an auto accident, it is clear that one driver was to blame. Consider a drunk driver who runs through a stop sign and plows into the side of another vehicle. It does not take an expert in accident reconstruction to determine the drunk driver was solely at-fault for what happened. But what about a situation where…
We are pleased to announce that Chuck Smith and Nicole Hughes, partners at Telpner Peterson Law Firm, LLP, have been selected to the 2020 Great Plains Super Lawyers list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in the area. Super Lawyers, part of Thomson Reuters, is a research-driven, peer-influenced rating service of outstanding lawyers…
The main reason that a person files for bankruptcy is to get out from under their crushing debts. But not all debts are structured the same. Generally speaking, a debt is either classified as secured or unsecured debt. And while bankruptcy can eliminate a person’s obligation to repay both types of debts, it is still important to understand how they…
Winter driving is never easy. Between the snow, the wind, and the ice, there are multiple hazards for even the most seasoned driver to navigate. And unfortunately, even if you are careful and take every precaution, the other drivers on the road may not. A winter car accident is therefore often unavoidable. How you react to an accident, however, is…
A will is a legal document that that should clearly and specifically lay out your final wishes. A will can establish what will happen to your property after death. It also lays out who shall receive that property. While a will is a valuable tool for directing what you want to happen to your property and estate, it has specific…
Congratulations to Charles Smith for being awarded the highest possible Martindale Hubbell rating! Chuck received an AV Preeminent Rating which is given to attorneys who are ranked at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal expertise, communication skills, and ethical standards by their peers. This Rating is earned through an arduous Peer Review Rating system that is managed…
One of the biggest mental obstacles people face when filing for bankruptcy is the fear they will lose their home or other property. But the bankruptcy process is designed to help give debtors a “fresh start,” not leave them without the ability to rebuild their lives. To that end, federal and state law provide for a wide range of “exemptions,”…
Did you know that while the holidays may be one of the most joyful times of the year, there is also a major uptick in accidents between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve? With more drivers on the road, bad weather, and holiday celebrations that involve alcohol (leading to drunk driving), the roads aren’t the safest place to be during the…
Telpner Peterson Law Firm would like to congratulate Peggy Caruso for her 53 years in the legal profession. Peggy is now retiring after having served the last 27 years as a Paralegal and Office Administrator at the firm. She will be greatly missed. We wish her all the best as she enjoys her well deserved retirement.
Debt is a very serious thing, and something that can wreak havoc on your financial future and impact your finances for years to come. In some cases, debt can get so out of control that an individual has no option but to file for bankruptcy. While a large number of people who file for bankruptcy do so because they’ve experienced…