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  • The Process Of Getting Your Employer To Pay Unpaid Wages

    Employers will unfortunately try to avoid paying employees what they're owed. They might hope you don't notice and they may be looking to save some money. They might refuse to pay your last paycheck after you quit your job. However, if you are owed money, you have every right to fight for any lost wages. Begin by Calculating How Much You Should Have Been Paid Keep all your paystubs and consider the number of hours you have worked since your last paycheck.
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  • Common Causes Of Truck Crashes Resulting In Personal Injury

    Commercial trucks are involved in half a million car accidents each year in the United States, including about 5,000 that result in fatalities. Due to the massive size and weight of these trucks and their cargo, victims of truck accidents can suffer serious, debilitating injuries. Some crashes are simply accidents, but it's not uncommon for a truck driver's negligence to cause a crash. If you were injured in a truck accident, your personal injury lawyer may investigate to see if one of the following common causes was responsible for the accident.
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  • How To Seek Compensation For Your Injuries After A False Arrest

    Police officers are given some degree of immunity when arresting a suspect. If you are injured while you are under arrest, you may not have any recourse to sue for your injuries. Also, if you are placed under a false arrest, you cannot sue unless your personal injury attorney is able to prove that the officer knew or should have known that the arrest was false. How to Prove a Reasonable Arrest
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  • Unconcerned About That Minor Fender Bender? Potential Problems to Consider

    Those who spend a lot of time behind the wheel of their car are likely to witness or experience an occasional traffic accident, most of which will likely be minor in nature. But even a seemingly minor fender bender has the potential to become more serious, sometimes long after the scene has been cleared and the damaged vehicles were driven away.  Whether your typical daily drive is a few blocks or many miles, this information can help you understand the potential risks you may face after a minor traffic accident and provide you with some helpful advice for minimizing those risks.
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  • Three Things You Should Know If You Need To Collect Disability Benefits

    If you have been injured and can no longer work or you have experienced a reduction in how much income you can earn because of an injury, you will want to collect disability benefits. But the process of approval can be confusing, The following are a few things you should know. There are two general types of disability benefits People are often confused about the word disability as it relates to the monetary benefits someone receives who cannot work.
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  • Denied Veteran's Benefits? What You Should Do Next

    A veteran is a person who was an active member of the navy, military, or air service and who was released under favorable conditions. If you are a veteran you have a right to certain benefits that are generally not open to civilians and other members of the public. The list of benefits is long, varied, and pertains to so many different sectors of life. Everything from a pension, survivor's benefits, and even education and employment assistance are all part of the lineup of perks that a veteran can enjoy.
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  • Common Reasons For Wage Garnishment

    When your wages are garnished, a certain percentage of your wages are withheld and given to the appropriate creditor. If you discover that your wages are being garnished, there are several reasons why this might be the case. You may also be able to bring a halt to the process with the help of an experienced lawyer. Child Support If you owe money to your ex-spouse for child support, the courts will often go to great lengths to make sure you make your payments.
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  • Everything You Must Know About Spousal Support

    When you are getting a divorce, you might be worried about whether you will need to pay spousal support and how much the spousal support will cost. However much it costs will depend on various factors such as how long the marriage lasted and how much money each partner makes. By knowing what to expect, you'll be able to work with a divorce lawyer to figure out what will represent your best interests.
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  • 4 Reasons To Invest In A Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer After An Accident

    You may have recently had a motor vehicle accident that has disrupted your entire life. All of a sudden, you can't even perform the routine chores you used to. Besides struggling to recover, you may also be stuck with medical bills that keep piling up since you are no longer able to work. If the accident was avoidable and caused by negligence, the negligent party should compensate you. Opting to settle the case on your own can be emotionally draining.
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  • Understanding Whether You Are Protected Or Violated By A Prenuptial Agreement

    When most individuals get married, they likely do not want to get divorced. However, they might want to ensure that they are not taken advantage of if a divorce occurs. Some individuals have premarital assets that can make them targets for unscrupulous individuals.  Prenuptial agreements have been used by wealthy individuals for many years. New millionaires and moguls may face unique problems and might assume that they can protect themselves by getting married and requesting their potential spouse signs a prenuptial agreement.
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