2014

  • Correcting The Top Three Assumptions Workers Comp Attorneys Hear From Injured Employees

    Let's face it: Workers compensation is a tangled web of state-specific rules and regulations, and if you're seriously considering filing a claim, you'll want to speak with an experienced attorney before moving forward. But in the meantime, it doesn't hurt to learn the basics. Understanding the common misconceptions about the law below – all the usual suspects attorneys hear from first-time clients – can help you get the most out of your initial consultation.
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  • 3 Things You Need To Know About Working With An Attorney

    Many people need to use the services of a lawyer. If you are working with an attorney for the first time you might be wondering what you should and shouldn't do. Here are 3 things that you need to know about working with an attorney. 1. Time Is Money, So Keep Communication On Point Most lawyers bill by the hour. This means that if you waste their time, you might have to pay for it.
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  • Surviving Divorce During The Holidays

    Divorce can be very painful and difficult, and even more so around the holidays. If you're going through a divorce during the holidays, these tips will help you through this emotional time. Find New Ways to Manage Stress Now more than ever you need a few healthy, solid methods for handling stress. A few tried and true ways include: Exercise Meditation Yoga Massage therapy Acupuncture Set aside time each day for your own stress management.
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  • 3 Costly Mistakes When Facing DUI Charges

    Even though you might have gotten the promotion you have been working on for years, or reached some other goal you've been working on, that doesn't mean you should go out and do something stupid that will get you in trouble with the law. Sure, you might want to go out and have a few drinks to commemorate the occasion, but you shouldn't get behind the wheel of the car. In doing so, you are opening yourself up to some serious criminal charges.
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  • 3 Things You Need To Know About Filing An I-601A Waiver

    Illegal immigration is a hot button topic these days in the U.S. While the country is seen as a land of opportunity for many, that opportunity can be cut short if the immigrant doesn't come to the U.S. through proper channels. One way to go from being illegal to having a legal presence in the U.S. is to file an I-601A waiver with the Office for U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
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  • Diet Pills And Tort Law: What You Need To Know

    Have you suffered negative health effects as a result of taking diet pills? Have you lost a large sum of money because of medical bills and lost wages? If so, you may be entitled to compensation for your situation. If the manufacturer of the diet pill is found to have acted negligently, they should be held responsible. This article will discuss the harmful effects of diet pills and what the law has to say about companies that manufacture them.
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  • 3 Important Steps To Take When Dealing With Debt

    Finding yourself in a financial hole is not something you want to experience. It happens, though, and in order to deal with this situation, these steps can be done. Manage Your Finances The very first thing you should do when facing debt is to manage your finances. Take a look at your assets, and see what you can sell for some quick cash. This may mean trading in your vehicle for a less expensive model or selling clothes you don't really need.
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  • Why You Should Consider Visiting An Elder Law Attorney

    Whether you are a twenty-something year old individual who is fresh out of college, or a more seasoned person in the twilight years of your life, visiting an elder law attorney, such as Snow James M, may prove to be highly beneficial for you.  Elder law attorneys work with clients to help them plan their estate and final wishes.  They consult with clients and make them aware of their rights so that they will receive all of the benefits that they are entitled to.
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  • Protecting Yourself Against A Medical Lien

    The average person has no idea what a medical lien is until they've been slapped with one. For many, their first encounter with this type of legal matter is after they have received medical treatment for injuries related to a personal injury case. Medical liens are a process that aims to ensure any party that paid for your treatment is repaid, once you have received compensation in your case. Provider and Hospital and Government liens are the most common.
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  • After The Courtroom Settlement: Do You Need To Pay Taxes On Your Compensations?

    It's great news when you receive a settlement from a judge in your personal injury case, as you've likely been through a long process to get to that point. After the stress of the courtroom proceedings ends, many individuals start to ask themselves new questions regarding the money won in the settlement that they hadn't considered before: "Is the settlement money I've been awarded taxable?" "If awarded punitive damages, should I be paying taxes on that sum?
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