When a loved one becomes frail, one of the first signs they could be unsafe at home is when they are at risk for falling. You may recognize this risk several ways, including holding on to furniture to get around the house, bruising on the knees or wrists indicating prior falls, or walking around less frequently. Here are a few tips to avoid these …
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Welcome Maureen!
Van Osdol is happy to introduce Maureen Lester as the newest member of our team. Maureen is an Elder Law Attorney specializing in planning for the cost of long-term care. Whether you are nearing retirement age and beginning to think about this potential cost, or you or a family member just began incurring long-term care expenses, consulting with …
No Liability Verdict!
In November 2019, Van Osdol obtained a “no liability” verdict for Central Mine Equipment Company, a leading drill rig manufacturer near St. Louis, Missouri. The Plaintiff suffered an amputation when performing maintenance on the rig’s running power unit. In his closing argument, Plaintiff asked the jury to award $3.1 million for his amputations, …
Planning for the Business and Estate of the Entrepreneur
Estate planning is important for all individuals and families, but it is an especially important process for the entrepreneur! You, the entrepreneur, have worked tirelessly to build your empire – your product, your processes, your brand, your clientele – from nothing to a fully functioning business. Do not let your hard work go to waste by failing …
Van Osdol & Magruder Reviews Mass Exodus of Baby Boomers from Workforce & Legal, Business Transition and Estate Planning
Pew Research Center has recently announced findings which suggest startling statistics and possibilities for the next 20 years, spurred by the nation’s Baby Boomer generation. Van Osdol & Magruder analyzed the numbers and the likely impact. (Photo: babyboomervitamins.com) According to the research, 10,000 Baby Boomers will hit the age of 65 …
The Biggest Little Law Firm® Showcases Startup Law Article By Chris Brown Published in Thinking Bigger Business Magazine
Van Osdol & Magruder business lawyer Chris Brown recently published an article for early stage startups titled “Three Legal Issues for Early-Stage Startups,” in the August issue of Thinking Bigger Business Magazine. In the article, Chris outlined various legal considerations startups should make in their early days including information on …