The Werner Law Group

06/16/2026

Wage garnishment can create significant financial hardship, but workers may still have important legal rights and protections. Learn more about wage garnishment laws, available exemptions, and options that may help reduce or stop a garnishment.

In a wage garnishment, your employer may take money directly out of your paycheck to repay your creditors. Visit MMI to learn your rights and options.

06/16/2026

Hit-and-run motorcycle accidents can leave injured riders facing medical expenses, property damage, and uncertainty about their legal options. Learn more about the rights of accident victims and the potential avenues for financial recovery after a hit-and-run crash.

Learn your legal rights after a hit-and-run motorcycle accident. Discover how uninsured motorist claims work and steps to take when the driver flees the scene.

06/16/2026

Inheriting a home with a mortgage can raise important questions about ownership, loan obligations, taxes, and estate administration. Learn more about the financial and legal considerations that may affect your options as an heir.

In many situations when a family member passes away, beneficiaries inherit both a home and the mortgage that goes with it.

06/15/2026

Immediately after a car accident, you are legally required to stop, render aid, and exchange contact and insurance details. To protect your rights, notify your insurance company promptly, avoid admitting fault, and report the accident to the police or DMV within state-mandated limits if it involves injuries or significant property damage. https://car-accidents.justia.com/what-to-do-after-a-car-accident/reporting-a-car-accident/

06/15/2026

From choosing a business structure to drafting contracts and maintaining regulatory compliance, legal decisions can affect a company at every stage of growth. Learn more about the role business lawyers play in helping businesses navigate legal challenges and opportunities.

What does a business lawyer do? Learn how they guide companies on contracts, compliance, and disputes to protect and support business success.

06/12/2026

Seniors facing student loan debt in retirement must stay current on payments to prevent up to 15% of their Social Security benefits from being garnished through default. To ease this financial burden, federal borrowers should explore income-driven repayment plans or forgiveness programs, while private borrowers can lower monthly costs by refinancing or requesting a co-signer release.

Retiring with student loan debt doesn't mean you have to sacrifice your quality of life. Here's how you can manage your student loans in retirement.

06/11/2026

Estate planning does not always require leaving equal inheritances to every beneficiary. Learn more about the legal and personal considerations that may influence decisions regarding unequal distributions in a will.

https://www.legion.org/information-center/news/planned-giving/2026/january/passing-unequal-shares-in-your-will

06/09/2026

Can debt consolidation actually stop a wage garnishment? The short answer is no. Unlike filing for bankruptcy, consolidation does not trigger an automatic stay to protect your bank account. If debt collectors are threatening your livelihood, you need powerful legal protection. Check out this breakdown from CBS News, and contact us today to stop the collection harassment for good.

Your paycheck may be more protected from garnishment than you think — but only if you live in the right state.

06/09/2026

Estate planning ensures your assets are distributed according to your precise wishes rather than being left to a probate court's discretion. A comprehensive plan protects your loved ones by naming guardians for minor children, minimizing tax liabilities, and preventing family inheritance disputes.

Learn why estate planning is essential for protecting assets, avoiding probate, minimizing taxes, naming guardians, and preventing inheritance disputes.

06/08/2026

If your business experiences a corporate data breach, you must act immediately to secure your operations, fix technical vulnerabilities, and consult legal counsel to navigate federal and state compliance laws. Under strict state and federal notification guidelines, companies are legally required to swiftly notify law enforcement, credit bureaus, and affected individuals to minimize the risk of identity theft. https://www.ftc.gov/business-guidance/resources/data-breach-response-guide-business