No one wants to go to jail, but getting arrested still happens. When arrested, most of the time, one does not necessarily need to stay in jail until the case is heard; they may simply post bail, get out, and await trial from home. The downside of posting bail money is that it may be very expensive. Bad Credit and Bail Most people in these cases worry that it might not be possible to be bonded out of jail if they have bad credit. Read More»
One of the most cited reasons for the end of a marriage is infidelity. Depending on the state in which the injured party lives, he or she might be able to take legal action against the man or woman that his or her spouse involved in the outside relationship. If you are the injured party in the marriage, here is what you need to know: Can You Sue for Alienation of Affection? Read More»
If you have recently suffered an injury that you believe was caused by the negligent act of a company or another individual, you may want to consider the services of a personal injury lawyer. Of course, legal action may the furthest thing from your mind immediately after you get hurt, but there are a host of benefits to having an experienced attorney on your side during such a time. Take a look below to discover just four of the biggest ones: Read More»
If you have been injured on the job, you may be entitled to receive benefits from your employer’s worker’s compensation insurance company. If you have a valid claim, not only will they pay for your time you miss from work, but they will pay for your medical treatment and more. Unfortunately, you may have difficulty receiving any of the benefits you are entitled to if you make any of the following mistakes. Read More»
When it comes to legal problems, there are some issues that you can handle on your own. However, there are other instances where you should never attempt to proceed without an attorney. The law is complex, and so is the legal system. Trying to represent yourself in certain legal situations could leave you facing additional problems. Here are four situations where you should never proceed without legal representation. You’re Filing for Divorce Read More»
When you move into a new neighborhood, it can be hard to know which neighbors have pets and which do not. If you are attacked by a dog in the neighborhood, it can be hard to know what steps to take to ensure that your medical bills will be paid by the proper person. The guide below walks you through the steps to take to ensure you handle a dog attack properly: Read More»
Are you being accused of fraudulently changing the will of your deceased twin? If your sibling made you the beneficiary of a substantial amount of money and assets, envy could play a role in why you are being falsely accused. If you are ready to settle the dispute and move on with your life, hiring a probate attorney is what you should do to obtain satisfactory results. There are numerous things that an attorney can do to prove that you did not make any changes to your loved ones will. Read More»
Sterling Jewelers, the parent company behind such big-name jewelry stores as Jared’s, Kay’s, and others, has been the focus of some really ugly news lately. Hundreds of former employees allege that they were sexually harassed by some of the top-level employees of the company. The corporate environment was so bad that nearly 70,000 current and former female employees have joined the gender discrimination lawsuit, claiming they were subjected to open harassment, treated like meat by “ Read More»
A car accident can be a very traumatizing experience. There are so many feelings and emotions that you are going to go through when you are in an accident. These feelings and emotions are only enhanced when you have to deal with an injury. A car crash and the associated injury can truly be a life changing experience. When something of this nature occurs, it is going to be very important that you have legal representation. Read More»
No matter what type of business you are starting, having a good name is important. The name needs to be something unique to your business so that when people see or hear it, they immediately think of you. This can be problematic if you accidentally use another business’ name or if someone uses yours in the future. This is where registered trademarks come into play. To ensure that your name and/or brand are protected, it is a good idea to hire an attorney with experience in trademarks, patents, and copyrights. Read More»