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Estate planning is an important legal process that allows individuals to arrange for the management and distribution of their property and assets during their lifetime and after death. Two of the most common tools in this process are wills and trusts. Both serve the overarching purpose of carrying out your wishes and providing for loved ones, but they work in distinct ways. Understanding how each function will help you make informed decisions about your estate plan.

Personal injury, whether it be from medical negligence, a car accident, or a slip-and-fall situation, can deeply affect your life. The consequences for your health, finances, and quality of life can often be profound. Regarding Idaho Law, the actions you take immediately, following, and in the weeks after your incident can significantly impact your physical recovery – and your ability to seek compensation for your losses.

Valentine's Day is a time of year when love and appreciation are of the utmost importance. For married couples, there is no greater way to demonstrate love than to think long-term. In this case, affection can take the form of thoughtful legal planning. At Hickey Law Firm, we help couples protect ...

A basic overview of automobile insurance in Idaho.

Snow and ice create dangerous conditions in Idaho, but people still must travel, work, or run errands, among other things. Property and business owners typically owe a duty to clear pathways open to the public so that weather conditions do not create an unreasonable risk of harm. Likewise, homeow...

Types of Construction Disputes in Idaho Whether it is a multi-million-dollar commercial project, a public project, a home-building project, or a home remodeling project, disputes can happen. When they do, you want to be prepared. Here is a brief outline of common types of construction disputes y...

In general, people establish a trust for their own financial purposes or to financially protect their family members. Many different types of trusts exist that can accommodate the different reasons people have. At Hickey Law Firm, PLLC, Andra Hickey helps you figure out which trust will work best...

In general, people establish a trust for their own financial purposes or to financially protect their family members. Many different types of trusts exist that can accommodate the different reasons people have. At Hickey Law Firm, PLLC, Andra Hickey helps you figure out which trust will work best...

Any injury, especially that caused by another person, is harmful to the victim and has the potential to disrupt their life temporarily. Catastrophic injuries, however, have the potential to change your life permanently. Catastrophic physical injuries are serious and can lead to severe emotional d...

Have an idea for a business? Where do you start transforming that idea into a business? Determining which type of legal entity is right for you is one of the first and most important steps to starting a business in Idaho. It can make a difference in terms of taxes, liability, profitability, growt...

Real estate, whether it is residential or commercial, is often the single greatest asset, investment, and liability that a person or business can make. Real estate transactions, leases, and other undertakings, including the maintenance of the property, must adhere to rules, regulations, and contr...

At Hickey Law Firm, we believe informed clients make the best decisions about their estate plans. That's why we want to break down complex terms and clarify confusing principles so that you make the right choices for your estate, too. Contact our office either online or at 208-810-4849 for a cons...

In our very first blog post, we'd like to provide general responses to some of the most common questions we receive from clients about auto accidents. To get more specific information about your auto accident in Idaho, you can also contact Hickey Law Firm to schedule a free consultation. You can ...