Posted May 10, 2020
Different jurisdictions handle traffic violations in different ways. In some communities, you may be able to pay the fine by mail or online, while others will require you to attend a court hearing. Some jurisdictions may schedule a separate arraignment, while others will handle all the proceedings during one court appearance. Despite the variations, there […]
Read MorePosted April 19, 2020
Rideshare services can be a source of convenience in busy cities, whether you need to get to an appointment or want to visit local landmarks as a tourist. They might also be dangerous, as Forbes reports services like Lyft and Uber have increased accident rates at least four percent each year in areas where rideshares […]
Read MorePosted March 20, 2020
Surgical malpractice arises through surgery mistakes, surgical errors that occur before, during or after a surgical procedure, intraoperative surgery mistakes, medical battery, and failure to obtain informed consent. There are some common elements to these cases discussed below. Prior to any surgery, the surgeon owes a duty to determine whether surgery is a viable option. […]
Read MorePosted March 13, 2020
After a divorce is finalized, many parents wonder how child support payments may be impacted after they remarry someone else in the future. In general, when a parent marries again, the new marriage won’t affect current child support orders. This is because only the biological parent’s income will be a factor in how much child […]
Read MorePosted March 10, 2020
Wrongful Death Action If you recently lost someone due to another person’s negligence or because another person intended to harm your loved one, then you may have a wrongful death claim. Before you file your claim, it is crucial that you know the ins and outs of wrongful death. Here is a quick guide to […]
Read MorePosted March 09, 2020
When a person dies because of the negligence of another party, the heirs of the decedent may file a lawsuit to hold the negligent party accountable. The most common type of claim is a wrongful death suit. The deceased person’s immediate family members may be able to receive financial compensation for their losses. The second […]
Read MorePosted March 09, 2020
A living trust is a tool used to plan your estate while you are still alive. This can help avoid the expenses associated with probate after you pass since you will leave detailed instructions regarding how you would like your assets to be distributed. Many people also choose to create living trusts to lessen the […]
Read MorePosted March 02, 2020
If you have ever rented an apartment, you have likely experienced occasions where your landlord failed to address potentially dangerous conditions on your property in a timely manner. When personal injuries occur as the result of this type of negligence, you may be able to hold the property owner or the management teams legally accountable […]
Read MorePosted February 23, 2020
If you have received money as part of a legal settlement or lawsuit, you may be subject to paying taxes on that money. Different laws apply to different types of settlements and the nature of your payment will determine whether your settlement is taxable or not. If you have any questions regarding the taxability of […]
Read MorePosted February 11, 2020
When the biological, or otherwise legally recognized, parent of a child dies or is otherwise unable to care for their minor child, it may be necessary to appoint someone else as that child’s legal guardian. Not just anyone can be appointed a child’s guardian as each state has specific laws in place that address who […]
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