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Generally, landlords have the authority to prohibit tenants from bringing a pet onto the rental premises.  Conversely, landlords may utilize a lease provision which requires a tenant to pay a pet security deposit as well as a monthly fee to keep the pet in the rental unit. However, a situation may arise where a tenant requests to live with a companion animal as part of a treatment plan for a mental or emotional disability. The Fair […]

Common public perception is that no legally binding contract exists between two or more parties who engage in a “handshake” deal absent a written agreement.  However, a court may rule that oral contracts are enforceable.  The party seeking to enforce the contract must establish three basic elements:  an offer, consideration, and acceptance of the offer.  Consideration is either a benefit given or to be given to the person who makes the promise [or some other […]

Dealing with the aftermath of an automobile accident can be an exhausting endeavor. Besides making arrangements to repair or replace your vehicle, you must deal with both the at-fault driver’s insurance company and your insurance company, schedule and attend medical appointments to assess potential injuries, and possibly consult with an attorney to protect your legal interests. Complications inevitably arise when an automobile accident victim has zero to minimum health insurance coverage.  Specifically, the victim most […]

Damages: What’s the Value of My Personal Injury Case?  After sustaining an injury, there are many obstacles to overcome during the road to recovery. Specifically, an accident victim will have doctor appointments, medical bills, unanticipated missed work, and adjustments to daily living activities. Moreover, dealing with the aftermath of injuries can also contribute to depression. If the injury was caused by a negligent individual or business, then the injured party has to make a decision whether […]

Has your insurer ever presented you with a release of liability?  Did you take the time and effort to carefully read the entire release prior to signing?  Did you completely understand the contents of the release? Were you comfortable signing the release? The reality is most individuals hastily sign on the dotted line to quickly obtain payment without thinking twice about the potential legal consequences. A common situation involving releases of liability occurs when an insurance […]

How to Prepare Yourself to File for Divorce:  Part 1 In this two- part series, we focus on your (1) your children and (2) your finances.  Part 1 –  Children If you find yourself in a position of facing a divorce, you may be wondering what the next appropriate steps are to protect yourself or possibly your children. Unbeknownst to many, there are steps one can take to protect themselves even before filing for divorce.  […]

Whether commuting to and from work or dropping off children at practice, the typical American motorist drives approximately 30 miles per day, making two trips with an average total duration of 46 minutes. (AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety and the Urban Institute). Nobody anticipates getting into an automobile accident, but the reality is that most motorists will experience some type of car accident sooner or later. The best mindset for motorists is to expect the […]

Shannon Simpson has decided to take her legal knowledge to the next level to help individuals, and their attorneys, navigate a more amicable resolution to their dissolution matters. This summer Shannon has taken 60 hours of mediation training in both Basic and Family related areas to become a certified mediator of family law disputes. Shannon engaged in the training to better assist her in helping families, and their counsel, negotiate a resolution to their family […]

Social media has been continually evolving and transforming into an outlet for people to share anything and everything about their lives. Posting on social media can be a way to connect with others, however, it is crucial to understand that anything said or posted on social media may be used against you in your divorce proceeding. Now, more than ever, attorneys are using social media posts as evidence in divorce proceedings.  Typically, it is recommended that clients completely refrain from posting on social media for numerous reasons. Social media […]

Simpson Legal Group, LLC is proud to announce the addition of Ryan J. Muldoon to the firm as a Partner. Ryan will continue to practice in Civil Litigation, including the areas of Personal Injury, Workers’ Compensation, Commercial and Family Law.