Choosing to drive while under the influence of alcohol or any other substance is not the smartest move to make. When a local police officer notices the vehicle weaving along the street, it's a safe bet that an arrest will follow. Even though there is no doubt that the...
In California, estate owners need to acquire asset protection quickly. These plans could reduce the amount of time that the estate remains in probate. The probate process could allow creditors to seize specific properties or assets for payment. An Estate Law Attorney...
Excessive debt is stressful. People worry about how they will pay their bills, which creditor they will not pay so they can pay another one, and how in the world they will ever get back on track. Over time, as it gets more difficult to make minimum payments, the...
For many people, taking legal action against their lawyer is something they might find to be quite uncomfortable, but if they are a victim of professional legal malpractice it may be the only way to get compensation for the harm the lawyer caused. Lawyers sometimes do...
Not every insurer believes they should have to pay compensation for emotional trauma after someone is seriously injured. That's one reason a Personal Injury Attorney is important to help this individual receive all the financial compensation he or she deserves....
No one plans on having a car accident, but unfortunately they happen every day. Though the accident itself is a traumatic experience, the difficulty doesn't end right away for the injured. It takes time for injuries to heal, employment may be affected, transportation...
Workplace Fairness says that in Illinois, it’s illegal for any employer to discriminate against anyone simply because of their: Religion and religious views. Race Sex Color of their skin Pregnancy National origin Ancestry Citizenship status Age Marital status Military...
Auto accident settlements occur when involved parties agree on an amount to cover property damage and injuries. The agreement can be reached before trial, or at any time after the trial starts. Settlements are contracts that state the responsible party will pay a set...
Spousal abuse is harmful behavior that occurs between married partners. It can be an isolated incident, or it can recur over the course of a marriage. Patterns of spousal abuse can be extremely physically and emotionally damaging, and a victim may commit criminal acts...
A motorcycle accident normally involves permanent injuries. Permanent injuries could be scarring anywhere on the body or face. They could also include the loss of a limb, eyesight, internal injuries, brain damage and even death. Victims of Motorcycle Accidents in...