While there are many who possess a basic understanding of legal matters and are confident enough to go over legal documents with relative ease and even provide a little advice to friends and family when needed. However, most specific domains of the law include complex, layered information and facts that are usually not within the…
If you learned about the American justice system in grade school, then you’re probably familiar with the Miranda rights (the right to remain silent, to an attorney, etc.). You’re probably also aware of the fact that a court can set a bail fee to be posted by the prisoner or someone they know to release…
No one should have to live in fear of other people. However, for many people, they?re stuck in a situation where they can?t get out. These victims can include everyone from spouses, to children, people with stalkers, and even elders. Fortunately for all of these people, there are legal paths to take to remove themselves…
Although rates of birth trauma and birth injury are relatively low in the United States when compared with rates around the world, they still occur and may be prosecuted as medical malpractice. While the term “birth trauma” often refers to subcutaneous hemorrhaging brought on by the pressure of birth, the term “birth injury” is much…
Divorce is never an easy process. Moreover, the lack of legal representation can complicate your situation. If you want what you deserve while ending up on good terms with the other party, you should follow divorce legal advice from an attorney. A complex divorce lawyer can help you overcome false claims and mitigate any issue…
If you’re like most people, when you hear the words “securities fraud” or “estate litigation,” your eyes glaze over. The average American isn’t generally concerned with the insider lingo of financial investment, or investment law. On the other hand, most people recognize the name Bernie Madoff. Madoff was once a hugely successful investment manager and…
What is personal injury? Personal injury is defined as a legal term used to describe injury or injuries sustained by an individual to their emotions, body, or mind. Personal injury victims file a lawsuit against the party responsible for their damage due to intentional misconduct, negligence, or recklessness. To understand more about personal injury protection…
There was a time when divorce was all but impossible, unless one was lucky enough to receive assistance from the Pope, an unlikely prospect. Even through much of the last century, divorce was seen as shameful or tragic. Divorce has become common, which is complicated by itself. If there are children involved, the difficulties become…
If you’ve ever been arrested or charged with a crime then you know that it can be a frightening, embarrassing experience. Even worse? The fear of losing the job you love over a mistake. Unfortunately, those in the medical profession are often held to a higher standard. If you’ve been arrested, then there is a…
Most people do not like thinking about death. They do not like thinking about their own death and probably dread thinking about people they love dying even less. This could be one reason that at least 55% of Americans have not taken the time to write a will. Even if you do not think you…
