2015

  • 5 Things You Should Understand About Your Defense Attorney's Trial Behavior


    Your criminal defense attorney may seem like a puzzle to you, and some of his or her behaviors could have you doubting their competence or motivation for helping you. There are five things you should know about an attorney's trial behavior, so that you can remain confident with your defense. 1. Your lawyer won't pop up like a jack-in-the-box to object every time a prosecutor skirts the rules during trial.
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  • 3 Tips To Help Prepare You For Contesting Your Divorce In Court


    Divorce is one of those things that is never easy. Even if you are the one who decided to finally end the marriage, it likely wasn't an easy decision to make. It is estimated that anywhere between 45 and 50% of first-time marriages will end in divorce. Those numbers continue to climb the more marriages you have under your belt. Some divorces are easier to get finalized - this is usually when both parties are in agreement on everything.
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  • Hazy Confusion | Clearing Tourist Misconceptions About Legal Marijuana


    Marijuana may be well on its way to being fully legalized in some states, but even with these changes there are still people who have a lot of confusion about where the lines are drawn where laws are concerned. Whether you occasionally smoke marijuana yourself and want to pay a visit to Colorado or are planning a trip to newly weed legal Oregon, it is crucial that you understand the laws about "
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  • Class Actions Lawsuits: What You Need To Know


    You may have heard the term "class action lawsuit" on the news in reference to suits involving major brand name products. You may have even received an email about such suits from businesses that you have dealt with online, such as stores or services. If you think you may have a claim in a class action lawsuit, you may have questions about exactly what it means and what you should do.
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  • Two Concerns About Worker's Compensation Cases Addressed


    Workplace injuries can be one of the most devastating experiences that many people will encounter in their lives. Whether it results in a permanent disability or a lengthy recovery, individuals can find their lives turn upside down when they are injured on the job. Fortunately, the law requires businesses to carry worker's compensation insurance for these instances, but this is a type of insurance that many people are uninformed about. Having the following two questions answers should help you to better understand how this protection applies to your situation.
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  • Why You Should Never Buy A New Home Without A Real Estate Lawyer


    Buying a new home is equally terrifying and exhilarating...and going through the process without any help can really ramp up the "terrifying" part of that equation. A real estate lawyer can be an integral part of the home buying process today. Keep reading to learn all the ways that your real estate lawyer can help you and support you throughout the new home purchasing process. Before the Sale Even before the actual sale, your real estate lawyer can begin work.
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  • When Should I Take A Slip And Fall Case To Court?


    If you have fallen and been injured on another's property, then you may be wondering what legal reparations you're entitled to. Slip and fall lawsuits are complex and often hard to prove, so here are a few questions you should ask yourself before taking your case to court. 1. Were you careless? The biggest question you'll need to answer before seeking out a lawyer is whether or not you can be to blame in any way for your fall.
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  • Tips For Avoiding Accidents With Tractor Trailers This Summer


    Summer is coming and thousands of Americans are preparing to take vacations that involve long road trips. If you're one of the many people thinking about traveling by car this summer, don't forget that there are an estimated 2 million tractor trailers in the United States right now. Sharing the road with tractor-trailers will be an important part of enjoying your vacation and safely reaching your destination. These tips will help you get from point A to point B without having an accident with a tractor trailer:
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  • What Should I Do After Getting Into A Vehicle Accident?


    Some 20 to 50 million people are hurt every year in some sort of vehicle accident. The prevalence and seriousness of these accidents makes it one of the most common forms of personal injury cases that are tried in court every year. What this means is that you are not alone when it comes to dealing with this situation. However, if you are going to pick up the pieces after a vehicle wreck, you will need to learn the steps and information that will help you bounce back.
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  • Skills You'll Need To Be A Successful Court Reporter


    If you've considered entering the job market to become a court reporter, it's important to note that it takes utilizing several skills to make your job successful. A court reporter is someone who transcribes speech into written form for recording proper legal documentation This is typically conducted in a courtroom or law office. Being able to listen and manually type every aspect of a court case is one of the main job descriptions of a qualified court reporter.
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