Getting married could result in your Rhode Island business becoming a marital asset. This means that your spouse could obtain a partial or majority ownership stake in your company if the marriage were to fail. The good news is that there are steps you can take today...
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If a dog chases you, should you run?
A lot of dog attacks/chases start when someone is already running. Say you’re out for your daily jog. A mile into it, you pass a home with a dog sitting on the front porch. The fact that you’re running makes the dog think you are either prey or a threat, so it jumps...
Are you old enough to start estate planning?
You’ve always known that people make wills and have estate plans, but you never thought about when you should make your own. As someone in their 20s, you’re young, and the idea of passing away isn’t something that is on your mind. You also don’t have significant...
Do you have to be “over the limit” to get a DUI in Rhode Island?
You know that a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08% or more means that you’re legally drunk, and you’d end up in a lot of trouble if you got caught that way behind the wheel of a car. But you don’t actually have to be “over the limit” to end up with a charge of...
Car crash leads to 2 ejections, critical injuries
When you’re driving with others in your vehicle, you take care not to go too fast and make sure you’re paying attention to the road. Doing anything wrong could end up causing a crash, and those you love and care about could suffer the consequences. It’s common to hear...
Before getting married, consider why couples get divorced
Ideally, when a couple gets married in Rhode Island, it is a commitment that they are going to adhere to until death. In order for partners to prevent divorce, it is a good idea to understand why many couples end their marriages. Here are some common reasons one...
The advantages of a trust
Think back to when your children were little. When Aunt Patti used to give them $20 for their birthday, what did they do with it? Perhaps one stashed the money in their piggy bank, and the other rushed out to spend it. Some people are natural savers, and some are...
Being a new parent may make you a more dangerous driver
How did you sleep? What’s that? The baby kept you awake all night? Welcome to the world of parenting. Becoming a parent can bring a lot of joy, but it can play havoc with your sleep. Driving while tired is dangerous. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...
Working in the sun can be dangerous: Recognize heat exhaustion
Working in the summer can be tough on your body. You’re often out in the sun, which can lead to sunburns and heat exhaustion. Though you do your best to take regular breaks and avoid overworking, it’s still important to know what heat exhaustion looks like and how to...
Fourth of July is a dangerous time to be on the road
Independence day is just around the corner, and Americans traditionally celebrate the Fourth of July with a fervor. For most people, that means attending parades, traveling long distances to favorite family vacation spots, visiting friends for a barbecue and heading...