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5 Reasons You Should Have A Will & Trust

Author: adminOn: Oct 19Categories: Uncategorized No Comments

Some people believe that they do not have enough assets to bother with a will. Others believe that a will causes your heirs to have to go through probate, leading to unnecessary expenses. If you own ANY KIND OF PROPERTY, you should definitely have a will...

Have an Advanced Degree? Why Forming a Professional Corporation Could Benefit You

Author: adminOn: May 10Categories: Standard No Comments

Forming a Corporation is always a smart business move, not only for the tax benefits, but to protect you from certain liability issues that can arise. California requires that a select group of professionals, such as attorneys, doctors, accountants, dentists...

Reduce Taxes: HOMEOWNERS 55 OR OLDER UTILIZING PROPOSITIONS 60 AND 90

Author: adminOn: Apr 12Categories: Standard No Comments

It is no secret that modern science and technology is allowing people to live longer and healthier lives. In fact, as of 2014, life expectancy in the United States reached 75 years for men and 80 years for women. As a result, people are living healthy...

PUT YOUR ASSETS IN A LIVING TRUST: TO AVOID THE DREADED PROBATE

Author: adminOn: Apr 04Categories: Standard No Comments

In the State of California, if an individual dies with over $150,000 in assets and no living trust, it is likely that the estate will be probated. That’s all fine and dandy, but what does it mean for an estate to go through the probate process? In short,...

Signing a California Prenuptial Agreement? What are the Legal Requirements?

Author: adminOn: Mar 23Categories: Standard No Comments

If you are about to enter into a California Prenuptial Agreement, you should know what the legal requirements are. California has had requirements in regards to a prenuptial agreement being valid since 1986, but in 2002, due to a landmark decision by...

The Workers Compensation Process in California

Author: adminOn: Mar 22Categories: attorneys No Comments

The Workers Compensation Process in California

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At The Law Offices of Jafari and Jafari, we are often dismayed by the lack of information our clients have pertaining to their rights and the basic steps that are necessary in beginning the Workers Compensation Process. As a result, the attorneys at Jafari...

What To Do if You Are in a Car Accident

Author: adminOn: Mar 09Categories: Standard No Comments

Unfortunately most of us have been in a car accident at some point in our lives and it has a tendency of leaving you feeling frazzled and anxious. We are here to help you prepare for this unfortunate situation and make it less stressful, in the event...

The Changes to the Visa Waiver Program and How it Could Affect You

Author: adminOn: Feb 24Categories: Standard No Comments

The Visa Waiver Program has been in place for over 25 years and has allowed individuals from 38 countries to travel to the United States without a visa. These 38 countries have reciprocated this visa free travel for U.S. citizens and nationals. As of...

California Workers’ Compensation Claims

Author: adminOn: Feb 22Categories: Standard No Comments

In the State of California, ALL employers are mandated to carry workers compensation insurance. This is a requirement for employers, regardless of the number of people being employed. As is evident, this fact shows that the California State Legislature...

OWN A HOUSE? You need a Trust

Author: adminOn: Feb 16Categories: Standard No Comments

If you own ANY KIND OF PROPERTY, you should have a will and trust in place. Many people think it isn’t necessary until later in life, but that is a false pretense. You should be protecting yourself and your family because you never know what is going...