2017

Understanding A Sweetheart Trust

When it comes to discussing your estate plan with a lawyer, they are going to go over your many trust options. If you are married, you are most likely going to want to consider a sweetheart trust. Here’s what you need to know about this type of trust: It Gives Your Spouse a High Level of Control: In the event of your passing, if you have an established sweetheart trust, it is going to be heavily controlled by your spouse.…

3 Matters That Will Make A Difference In Your Social Security Disability Case

If you are in need of help during a Social Security disability case, it is important that you handle all of your legal needs accordingly. Finding a great attorney will be the cornerstone of this process, in addition to some other ideas that will be very useful during this process. To make sure that you have recourse with any sort of Social Security disability claim, consider these points and put your best foot forward.…

How to Seek Compensation After Experiencing Major Side Effects From a Medication

Almost every medication available today has side effects, and many of these side effects are listed on the warning labels that come with the medications. Unfortunately, researchers have not found all the side effects of every medication that is currently in use. Because of this there are people that may take medications and suffer extreme problems from this. If you recently suffered major problems from a medication you were taking, you might be able to sue the doctor or pharmaceutical company that made the medication.…

Looking To Start A New Career? Why You Should Become A Personal Injury Attorney

Determining which career path to pursue is a defining moment in anyone’s life.  Choosing well could mean that you end up in a successful occupation that allows you to be a productive member of society.  Making the wrong decision could lead to financial ruin and a host of other issues.  Because the choice is such a heavy one, it’s important to look at the issue from as many different sides as possible.…

Can You Sue Your Doctor For Abandoning You?

Your doctor is charged with providing you care until you decide to end the relationship or the treatment proves successful. If your doctor “abandons” you and an injury results from his or her action, you might have a case for medical abandonment. An abandonment could lead to a lawsuit for your injuries. If you feel that your doctor abandon you, here is what you need to know.   What Is Considered Abandonment?…

Signs You're In A Sexually Hostile Environment, And What You Can Do About It

A hostile work environment is one where the actions and behaviors of one or more individuals make it difficult or uncomfortable for others. When sexual harassment or behaviors are thrown into the mix, you’ll find yourself in a sexually hostile environment. Here are the signs of such an environment, and what you can do about it. Outright Discrimination or Harassment Based on Sex or Gender It’s illegal to discriminate against someone because of their sex.…

3 Things You Should Know About Meeting With An Attorney For The First Time

If you have never met with an attorney before you might be wondering what to expect. There are many different reasons to hire an attorney. It could be for preventative care like estate planning, forming businesses, or buying real estate, or it could be for damage control such as a divorce, personal injury lawsuit and so forth. Here are some things you should know about meeting with a lawyer. 1. A Lawyer Cannot Guarantee Any Outcome…

Ordering A Transcript Of Your Court Hearing Vs. Real-Time Reporting

If you have gone through the trouble of hiring a legal team to help prepare for a legal case that could change the outcome of your life, you may want to have a written copy of the record detailing each day’s events. In legal cases, the record refers to what is said and done within the courtroom. From each lawyer’s opening arguments to testimony, the marking of exhibits, and final decisions made by judges, the record is used by legal professionals to rectify discrepancies, file appeals, and even cite case law.…

Hurt at Work? Important Facts About Workers' Compensation

As an employee, there will always be the possibility that you can get hurt on the job. Whether you work in a factory or in an office, there is always a risk for injury. If you get injured on the job, workers’ compensation is an option you have through your employer as a way to receive an income until you are able to return to work. The following are some things to keep in mind when considering workers’ compensation:…

Compliance, Safety, And Accountability Points And Your CDL: What You Should Know

If you hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and make your living as a truck driver, you need to understand how the Compliance, Safety, and Accountability (CSA) point system attached to your driver’s license can affect your ability to get – and keep - employment. This is what to keep in mind about “points” on your license: 1. Every state uses a slightly different point system, so getting a ticket for speeding in one state at 10 miles per hour over the posted limit in one state could attach 2 points to your license in one state and 3 points in another.…