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  • Is Your Ex Showing Signs That They Are Unable To Parent Effectively?

    When you share custody of your children with a former spouse, it can be difficult to accept how the other parent treats the children. While parenting differences are expected, child custody may be in question if you become afraid for your children while they are in the care of the other parent. It's important that you don't react in anger; if you have real concerns, it may be time to contact your child custody attorney so that you can address your custody arrangement in court.
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  • Q&A to Help You Know What to Expect as You Pursue a Car Accident Case

    If you have been involved in an automotive accident and sustained serious injuries, you may be considering a lawsuit to ensure that the driver who caused the accident pays for your damages. However, if you do plan to pursue a personal injury case, you will need the help of an auto accident lawyer. Here are a few questions and answers to help you know what to expect as you pursue compensation:
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  • A Two-Step Process To Avoid Being Accused Of Faking Your Disability

    Social Security disability fraud has been a hot news item in the last couple of years. Highly publicized cases in New York (involving SSA fraud by former police officers and firefighters) and in Kentucky (in which an Administrative Law Judge conspired with an attorney to approve hundreds of suspect claims) have left many legitimate Social Security claimants feeling like they're under an unfair microscope. How can you reduce your chances of being unfairly suspected of trying to cheat the system when you file for benefits?
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  • Beating Frequent Myths Surrounding Barroom Brawl Injuries

    You may love to visit your favorite bar or nightclub, but any time you get a bunch of adults crowded into one space and alcohol is involved, you never know when a fight could break out and unfortunately, you could get caught in the middle and get injured. Whether it is a broken bottle, flying bar stool, or rowdy bar patron that causes your injuries, you may have a personal injury claim on your hands.
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  • The 4 Reasons A Judge Would Disregard A Prior DWI Charge

    If you are being charged with a second or third DWI, you know the consequences could involve jail time, penalties, and damaging effects on your reputation or career. However, there are four instances where a judge might be able to disregard your prior DWI charges or convictions: 1. There was a procedural irregularity in your case, or your last conviction was unfair. If you can show that procedures or the state laws were not followed correctly in your prior case, a judge may disregard it.
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  • How To Get Custody Of A Relative's Child That Is Living With You

    If a relative drops off his or her child at your home and expects you to care for the child for the next few months or longer, you may need to pursue legal guardianship of this child. Legal guardianship will give you the right to make decisions for this child, which is something that will be necessary if you end up keeping this child for months or years. Why you need this
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  • 3 Things You Need To Know About Collecting Money From A Lawsuit

    The purpose of filing a lawsuit is to make sure that you receive appropriate compensation for an injury or loss that you've sustained as the result of someone else's actions. That means that knowing how to collect and handle the money is just as important as being able to prove your case in court. Take a look at some things you need to know about collecting after your lawsuit concludes.
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  • Building A New Business? Protect Your Ideas With These Tips

    When you're in the conceptual stages of a new business venture, the design and development can be overwhelming. During this process, it's easy to lose sight of the integrity of your product concepts and designs. If you don't take the steps to protect your ideas, you face the risk that a competitor or a would-be investor might steal them. Here are a few things to keep in mind when you are in the early development stages of a business or a product:
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  • The Dos And Don'ts Of Filing For Long-Term Disability Benefits

    Long-term disability benefits are provided to employees when they become so disabled that they are not able to work. Before you are granted the benefits, you first need to file a claim. Here are the dos and don'ts for filing this type of claim. Do: Use the forms provided to you When you first file for long-term disability benefits, you will be given a form from the insurance company. Make sure you only use this form when documenting the claim.
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  • 3 Mistakes That Could Sabotage Your Car Accident Claim

    If you've recently been involved in a car accident and are taking the insurance company to court, then the first thing you'll want to do is hire a personal injury lawyer. This way, you'll have the legal guidance and representation you need throughout your case. Along the way, however, there are also some big mistakes that you'll want to avoid making that--while they may seem small--could end up sabotaging your case and causing you to lose in court.
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