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When do people born on leap day have their birthday in a common year
Today is Leap Day, February 29, 2016. Leap years, under the Gregorian calendar used today, occur in conformity with three rules: 1. The year can be evenly divided by 4; 2. If the year can be evenly divided by 100, it is NOT a leap year, unless; 3. The year is also evenly divisible by…
Read MoreYarbro Obtains Not Guilty Verdict
“Representative government and trial by jury are the heart and lungs of liberty. Without them we have no other fortification against being ridden like horses, fleeced like sheep, worked like cattle, and fed and clothed like swine and hounds.” – John Adams Article I, Section 22(a) of the Missouri State Constitution states that: the right…
Read MoreWestwood Baptist Academy Lady Eagles Win State
The Westwood Baptist Academy Lady Eagles won the Missouri Christian School Athletic Association Class 2A State basketball championship held in Joplin on February 18-20, 2016. Kennedy, Kennedy, Robbins & Yarbro, LC, is pleased to be a corporate sponsor for the Westwood Baptist Academy (WBA) athletic programs. Here is a link to the KFVS-12 coverage of…
Read MoreTire-related auto accident
A tire-related auto accident can happen because drivers have failed to properly maintain their tires. Safe drivers keep their car or truck in good working order. Checking your tires often is a good habit to develop, because problems with your tires can have significant repercussions, including causing an auto accident. When checking your tires, you…
Read MoreTemporary Total Disability benefits may be extended
Temporary Total Disability benefits may be extended for Missouri workers thanks to a new ruling by the Missouri Supreme Court. In Greer v. Sysco Foods, the Missouri Supreme Court broadened protections for Missouri workers. In a 7-0 decision, authored by Judge George W. Draper III, the Court affirmed a decision by the Labor and Industrial…
Read MoreHosting a Super Bowl Party? Be a Responsible Host
We’re less than 24 hours away from the kickoff of Super Bowl 50. Here are 50 fun facts about the Super Bowl to share with your guests while hosting a Super Bowl party. Many people will attend a watch party. If you’re hosting a Super Bowl party, you should consider reviewing your homeowners policy or…
Read MoreUnclaimed Property in Missouri
There is plenty of unclaimed property in the state of Missouri, in fact, more than $822 million dollars. One in ten Missourians has property just waiting to be claimed, with the and the average amount held by the state equaling $300.00. Unclaimed Property comes from financial institutions, insurance companies, public agencies, rural utilities and other…
Read MoreShould I have Underinsured Motorist Coverage?
The attorneys at Kennedy, Kennedy, Robbins & Yarbro, LC, have assisted many clients and their family members when they have been involved in auto accidents. Unfortunately, many times the insurance coverage is insufficient to fully and fairly compensate for the property damage, medical bills, and personal injuries suffered as a result of the accident. The…
Read MoreAre Irrevocable Trusts Really Irrevocable?
There are many different tools available for estate planning. The most common is a will, followed by a revocable living trust. Irrevocable trusts are another possible tool. Many people are concerned about using irrevocable trusts because they may be very difficult to change once established. Irrevocable trusts are simply a trust with terms and provisions…
Read MoreMLK and Tangible Personal Property – Avoid Probate Disputes
One of the leading causes of family disputes in estate planning is the division of tangible personal property. No family is immune from disputes, including the children of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. (MLK). As we celebrate MLK Day today, we can learn from the dispute among his three living children. Last year, former president…
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