Matthew R. Zatko Attorney at Law

06/18/2026

Bought your first home? Single Gen Z women should pair homeownership with an estate plan—at minimum a will, beneficiary designations, and powers of attorney—to make sure your house and finances go to who you choose and avoid probate headaches.

Despite purchasing what might now be their biggest asset, women are less likely than men to have any estate planning documents in place.

06/18/2026

How far can police go to search your property for drugs? The Fourth Amendment protects your privacy, but law enforcement constantly tests those limits. If you are facing drug charges, our first step is looking for illegal searches. Contact our defense team today to hold the police accountable and protect your rights.

https://www.scotusblog.com/2026/05/the-supreme-courts-drug-test/

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.

06/16/2026

Sextortion preys on kids and teens, coercing explicit images and then threatening exposure or demanding money. Save evidence, tell a trusted adult, and report the abuse to law enforcement or the FBI online so victims get help and the predator can be stopped. https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/scams-and-safety/common-frauds-and-scams/sextortion/sextortion

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/

06/11/2026

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

06/11/2026

A DUI charge may be classified as either a misdemeanor or a felony depending on factors such as prior offenses, injuries, property damage, or other aggravating circumstances. Learn more about the situations that can affect DUI penalties and criminal charges.

https://www.verywellmind.com/is-a-dui-a-felony-67124

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.

06/09/2026

Sometimes, an action that looks like a crime was actually the only reasonable choice you had. Under the law, defenses based on justification protect individuals who act in self defense, defend others from imminent harm, or act under severe duress. If you had to use force to protect yourself or your family, you need an aggressive attorney to prove your actions were legally justified. Contact our firm today for a confidential consultation.

https://www.justia.com/criminal/defenses/