Divorce or separation under any circumstance is never a walk in the park. It does not get any easier when there are children involved. Co-parenting is an arrangement where parents who are no longer in a romantic relationship focus on the upbringing of their children....
In order to drive safely we must be able to see. The behavior of others as well as shifts in the time of day have the potential to impact this. Glare is a significant problem at nighttime, but it can still affect drivers during the day. In severe circumstances, glare...
Everyone who pays income taxes contributes toward Social Security. The Social Security Administration (SSA) maintains records and distributes payments to those who qualify for either retirement benefits or disability benefits. Social Security Disability Insurance...
No matter the circumstances of a divorce between parents, the topic of child custody tends to be highly contentious. Things usually get tougher if the parents are not getting along. However, it is important to remember that any child custody agreement you arrive at...
Drivers from all walks of life utilize the roads across Missouri each day. Fortunately, most trips are completed without serious issues. Sadly, others result in traffic collisions. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of crashes in the U.S. In fact,...
The relationship between a doctor and a patient is sacrosanct, so it only makes sense that you would carefully choose the person who will be responsible for your health and well-being, right? Under most circumstances, that’s true – except when you have a...
In March of 2020, the Social Security Administration (SSA) did something virtually unthinkable: They closed the doors of the nation’s 1,200 or so field offices to all but “dire” cases and told anybody else who needed their services to conduct their business by email,...
There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration while driving in the wintertime. Colder conditions and increased hours of darkness present unique challenges on the road. Unfortunately, some accidents are unavoidable. However, many incidents occur...
Your entire family will suffer when someone dies unexpectedly. There will be the emotional pain of the loss, as well as the practical implications of their death. Those closest to the deceased party will likely require support and possibly therapy to handle their...
A severe injury or devastating medical diagnosis could mean the end of your career. It may also mean that you don't know how you will pay your bills next month. Federal disability benefits exist, in part, to ensure that working adults won't face abject poverty due to...