If you've recently made the very difficult decision to file for divorce from your spouse, you may be worried and wondering about your next steps. While the divorce process can be relatively simple if you and your spouse agree on most of the big issues -- division of child custody, child support, and division of assets -- this process may become more complex if the spouse you are divorcing is a member of the armed forces.
8 May 2015
Most people who win their personal injury cases are only awarded compensatory damages. This is reimbursement for the costs you incurred and losses you sustained as a result of the defendant's actions, such as medical expenses, property damage, and lost wages. Sometimes, though, the court will also award punitive damages. Here's more information about this type of compensation. About Punitive Damages Also called exemplary damages, punitive damages are not really considered a financial award for the plaintiff.
10 April 2015
You experienced a relatively serious injury while at a neighbor's property. Normally, you might figure you could receive a settlement from the property owner's insurance company, but there's just one problem -- you weren't supposed to be there and technically you were trespassing. Is there any way you still can obtain financial compensation because of unsafe conditions on this property? The answer depends on certain factors. Premises Liability Homeowners sometimes are sued when a person is injured on their property because of legal concepts known as duty of care and premises liability.
31 March 2015
In all 50 states, it is illegal to operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08 percent or greater. You don't even have to get a speeding ticket or commit another traffic infraction to be charged with driving while intoxicated; if you are stopped at a DWI checkpoint, the police officer can ask you to participate in field sobriety testing or take a breath alcohol test. Although DWI checkpoints are legal in most states, police officers must follow certain rules when conducting this type of traffic stop.
12 March 2015
Some workers' compensation injuries, such as a trauma, are easy to establish when, as well as where they happened. This makes reporting the injury within the appointed workers' compensation time frame simple to do. The timeline for other injuries that develop over time, or diseases that are caused by exposure in the workplace, can be harder to identify or file within some established time frames. The good news is, there are laws that are changing the amount of time that you have to file some of these types of injuries or illnesses.
2 March 2015
Investing can be a roller coaster ride, full of soaring heights and steep drops. However, one of the steepest drops for any investor can be finding out you are being investigated by the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) for insider trading. Read on to learn more about what precisely constitutes "insider trading," what you can do if you're the subject of an SEC investigation, and the various disposition options you may seek.
11 February 2015
It is utterly frustrating to be ill or physically disabled and unable to work, and then be turned down for Social Security Disability. It's easy to feel that you're being treated unfairly, or to lose hope that you'll ever get approved. Don't give up, though – you have a chance to appeal the denial. Understanding the reasons behind your denial will help you figure out what to do next time so that you can get the approval that you need.
2 February 2015
Many people who file a claim for Social Security Disability receive an unpleasant surprise when their claim is unceremoniously denied. If you have recently had this experience, you have probably been advised by friends and family not to give up, but you may be unsure of how to proceed and are skeptical of your chances of approval. However, your chances of successful navigation of a SS disability appeal can be greatly increased by hiring a skilled and experienced Social Security lawyer.
26 January 2015
The Internet and airwaves are, unfortunately, filled with videos and shows that glorify high-risk pranks and stunts. While most have disclaimers stating that no one should copy the behavior being exhibited in these videos, it's not uncommon for impressionable teens to attempt these dangerous stunts. One of the more common stunts today is known as car surfing. This is an extremely dangerous stunt that has caused numerous deaths and serious injuries throughout the country.
21 January 2015
A class action lawsuit is a lawsuit where a lawyer represents a group of people who are claiming damages against a product or company. On average, 191 class action lawsuits are filed every year. The average maximum dollar loss for annual class action suits is $652 billion. If you were harmed by a household product, medication, or procedure, there may be a class action lawsuit that you can join. What Type of Class Action Lawsuits Are There?
15 January 2015