"Coulda, shoulda, woulda.” The sadness of missed opportunities can be among life's most stinging experiences. In a legal context, failing to take appropriate legal action before the applicable statute of limitations passes can create the same kind of sad circumstance. The civil legal system offers us ways to resolve disputes peacefully. Statutes of Limitations recognize that an allegedly aggrieved party should not have an indefinite period to seek justice. At a certain point, bringing a claim can be unfair to the party that wishes to defend themselves. Memories fade, witnesses become unavailable, and evidence becomes impossible to find. Additionally, society wants people and their affairs to move on, and these statutes protect against time, resources, and energy from being diverted to resolve disputes that should have been dealt with long ago. Occasionally, our office gets a call from someone who has suffered an injury and wants to learn their rights, even though the applicable statute of limitations has passed. While these calls may lead to a claimant preserving their rights, as the law does permit certain "tolls" — circumstances that extend the time to commence a legal action than is generally allowed in the statute — sometimes, there is no toll available to save the day. It is too late. Whatever rights the claimant had or may have had are now moot. The irony for the claimant who lost their right due to delay is even harder because our firm offers free, no-obligation case reviews. Any person who has suffered an injury can call us, without any financial risk, to find out if their claim has merit, the deadlines within which they must act, and their best options for taking legal action. It's that easy. If you or anyone you care about has been injured, I urge you to call our office today for a no-cost legal consultation. Delays can lead to heartbreak and lifelong regret. Hopefully, we can help you avoid the misery of "coulda, shoulda, woulda" and replace it with "could, did, won!" WHEN ‘COULDA, SHOULDA, WOULDA’ BECOMES A REALITY The Danger of Delays
Watching your children transition into teenagers is a challenging experience for any parent. Your little girl has traded in her dolls for makeup, and your son would rather spend time with friends than throw a ball around the yard with you. As teens grow, parents have to adapt and adjust to the changes. It won’t always be easy, especially as arguments and disagreements may become more common. Still, you can make this situation easier on yourself by preparing for the changes and adopting helpful strategies. Here are three ways to maintain your relationship with your children as they progress through their teenage years. PROVIDE YOUR CHILDREN WITH NEW OPPORTUNITIES TO FIND THEIR PASSIONS. Your children are in the self-discovery stage of their lives, so it’s vital they get a chance to explore hobbies and activities that interest them. Ask them what they want to do with their free time, and enroll them in extracurricular activities that align with their interests. Be encouraging and supportive, and you’ll quickly see improvements in their mood and your relationship. BE OPEN-MINDED. Our children’s hobbies, interests, and even some personality traits can change as they progress through their teenage years. Be curious about their developing habits and try to involve yourself in activities they enjoy. This extends to discussions about their future. As adulthood approaches, talk with your kids about their career prospects and interests. They might have a different plan than you imagined, but this is when you need to be open-minded and supportive — it will strengthen your relationship immensely. UNDERSTAND THAT YOU WON’T SEE THEM AS OFTEN. The teenage years are when our kids start yearning for independence. As long as they’re staying out of trouble, let them explore the world around them. They’ll want to spend more time with their friends, visit places like the mall or movie theater without you, and explore romantic relationships. This is a normal part of growing up, and as parents, we should expect and respect the change. The Teenage Transition Stay Connected During Their Transformative Years
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