10 July 2018
Now that school is out, teenagers are hurrying to secure their summer employment. If your teen has joined the summer workforce, you need to worry about on-the-job injuries. You never know when your teen is going to slip and fall or injure their back lifting a heavy load while they're at work. If they do suffer a work-related injury this summer, you'll need to work fast to protect their rights. You might not realize this, but even teenage workers have the right to workers' compensation benefits.
9 June 2018
If you've been injured by your healthcare provider, you're going to need a medical malpractice attorney. This isn't something that you should handle on your own. Medical malpractice is a complex legal issue, and can get confusing if you don't know what you're doing. That's why you need to hire a medical malpractice attorney. Not only will they untangle the confusion for you, they'll also provide you with the following benefits.
9 May 2018
A workers' compensation lawsuit can take a dreadfully long time -- especially when you're stuck at home, in pain, without work to distract you. On top of that, you probably have unpaid bills piling up and no end in sight. So, naturally, it's certainly understandable if you call your attorney's office every couple weeks to ask for an update on your case. Unfortunately, if you don't know the right questions to ask, you may end up ending the call without knowing much more than you did when you began it.
14 April 2018
When you get hurt because of another person's actions, you are entitled to be compensated. The type of compensation and the amount depends on the exact nature of the injury. The harm done to individuals tend to fall into several categories of damage, so read on for an overview of each and determine how you've been injured. Personal Injury This is somewhat of a catch-all term, but legally-speaking it only applies to injuries that injure your physical self or your mental self.
16 March 2018
If you're heavily invested in the stock market as part of your retirement planning, you need to know that your investments are sound. In order to do that, you need to hire a competent investment broker. When you hire a broker, you expect them to have your best interest in mind. You also expect them to protect your portfolio. If your broker has made decisions that have undermined your financial stability, and put you at risk for significant losses, it's time to talk to a securities attorney.
12 February 2018
Why do so many widows end up at odds with their stepchildren? Experts say that around 50% of estates that end up in litigation involve a dispute between a stepmother and her deceased spouse's natural children. The arguments can range from relatively minor (but very emotional) disagreements over the personal items of the deceased husband/father to major contests over the terms of the will or a trust. Why do stepmothers end up in so many estate disputes?
17 January 2018
Filing for bankruptcy is something people decide to do when they cannot find another way out of the debt problems they have, but some people do not file simply because they cannot afford the fees involved. Filing for bankruptcy is not free; however, it is a very complicated process that you should not attempt to do yourself. People who attempt this on their own often experience the following problems. Filing under the wrong chapter
12 December 2017
If you are in an automobile accident, there are numerous steps you should take immediately. The aftermath of an auto accident can be physically painfully, emotionally distressing, and financially overwhelming. These seven essential steps are designed to help you through this process as easily and simply as possible. 1. Contact the Police After an auto accident, you should always call the police. They create a legal record of the accident, and if you ultimately go to court or have to make an insurance claim, that record can be essential.
15 November 2017
For some, winter is known as the season for holiday feasting, college bowl games, and hitting the slopes to enjoy the snow. But for others, winter is best known as the beginning of their favorite shopping time of the year. From Black Friday to the year-end closeouts and January white sales, thousands of items will be discounted to give them extra appeal. If the arrival of winter and the thought of great shopping has got you counting your cash and dusting off your credit cards, the following tips will help keep you safe during all your winter shopping adventures.
19 October 2017
Even though you may pay monthly premiums for your disability insurance, there's no guarantee your insurance provider will pay your claim when you need to submit one. Unfortunately, your provider can deny you coverage, and here are three reasons it may choose to do so. The Disability is Caused by a Pre-Existing Condition One reason your claim for coverage may be denied is if your disability was caused by a preexisting condition; that is, a medical problem you were previously diagnosed and treated for prior to obtaining coverage from the insurance provider.