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Foreign Student Studying In The Us?: Getting A Social Security Number By : Morgan D. James If you are a foreign student studying in the US, chances are that there are a lot of things that are unfamiliar to you. International students pay more than American students for tuition (sometimes almost double!) and so often have to get a job. If you are going to get a job, here are a few tips about getting a Social Security Number (SSN). 1. Try to work on-campus. Working on campus is good for a number of reasons. Firstly, it helps you get a better feel for the campus... Financing A Lawsuit By : Joseph Kenny - Financing a lawsuit provides monetary help when a person seeks legal remedy in a court of law, and does not have the finances to bear the expenditure. The expenses covered by lawsuit financing companies include attorney fees, medical bills, health care, rent and mortgage, food etc. Cases funded by lawsuit firms include personal injury, workers compensation, motor vehicle accidental injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice, product liability, breach of contract, fraud and o... Aspiring To Become a Lawyer? Read On ... By : Verity Hillard The exciting world of law is an excellent career opportunity for individuals of all interests. If you think all lawyers are dressed in starched suits arguing a criminal case, think again! Lawyers have a expertise in a variety of fields, ranging from medicine to business. Whatever your interest, there is certainly a branch of law that is a right fit for you. If you are interested in becoming a lawyer, research the specific branch of law you wish to enter in order to find out more information on this great career. NAAG: National Association of Attorneys General By : Aretha Singh The National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG) was formed in 1907 with a view to providing the best legal services possible to the people of USA. Its main aim was to encourage interaction between Attorneys General from all states and territories of this country. Moreover, NAAG endeavors to assist Attorneys General and their staff members to perform their duties. How Much Does it Cost to Hire a California Compensation Attorney? By : Aretha Singh There is a prevalent mindset that all legal issues are expensive affairs. For this reason many people opt out of the race even before they have joined. They do not want to go through the hassle of legal wrangling and incur further costs when they are already bogged down with medical expenses and the prospect of long term treatment costs. But personal injury cases are not always expensive. You need the guidance of a competent California compensation attorney who will give you sound advice on the procedures and mechanism of the case and how it could be won. However, very often they fail to mention the total cost involved or specify the cost to hire a California compensation attorney in such operations and you should make it a point to have it cleared at the outset to avoid confusion later. Four Easy Steps to Personal Injury Compensation By : Aretha Singh If you currently live in Washington State and are looking for a personal injury attorney for your current personal injury case, you should consider a few of important things before you make the final decision to select an attorney and take your case to court. The Compensation Attorney and your Defective Product Case By : Aretha Singh It has never been easier to get a personal injury attorney. They are everywhere. They are like the big brother of personal injury claims. Perhaps one can say that is the reason why so many companies are improving in their standards of consumer protection. Getting California Compensation Attorney By : Aretha Singh No one can predict when or where the unfortunate experience of a personal injury may occur. Many times people are hurt through no fault of their own, badly enough to require compensation. A resident of California would be wise to contact a California compensation attorney, a personal injury attorney who has specialized knowledge of the laws specific to the state of California. How to find the right Compensation Attorney By : Aretha Singh Personal Injury attorneys are a blessing in disguise. They are always there to assist and guide you in times of need. They help you to extract money from unfair insurance agencies, or from people who have unambiguously caused damage to you or your property, in a legitimate way. They genuinely understand your problem and try to get you the highest compensation, keeping your best interest in mind. Many people consider them as their ‘guardian angel,’ who are always there for support and advice, when they feel that the world is against them. But unfortunately there are some compensation attorneys who help others only for the money and don't bother about the case. However, there are few suggestions that you should keep in mind, before hiring your compensation attorney, which will help you decide if they are genuine or not. Nevada Personal Injury Attorney? Let a Local Lawyer Help You When Seeking Compensation By : Aretha Singh It is not very logical to hire a compensation attorney from another state for an injury sustained in some other state. You may be a resident of some other state, vacationing in the greatest gambling state of Nevada and something untoward happens in the form of an accident physical or financial. Beware of Compensation Attorney Scams By : Aretha Singh In a materialistic world where the love of money often guides people's actions, finding a good personal injury attorney can be a difficult task. Unlike the past these days there seems to be a general mistrust of the profession and people are being extra careful. Now they must ask to see the attorney's legal certificates. This is due to the constant increase in the number of personal injury attorney scams. These fraud attorneys do not want to help their clients, rather they want to profit from your misery. A California Compensation Attorney At Your Convenience By : Aretha Singh A personal injury which is caused by someone else can create a whole host of problems, even more so when someone close to you is lost. Suffering any type of trauma causes enough stress alone without the added confusion over finding a compensation attorney. A new initiative being started by many compensation attorneys, particularly California compensation attorneys, is to bring the personal injury claims process to you, in the comfort of your own home, enabling you to make a successful compensation claim. A personal injury attorney should have high credibility. By : Aretha Singh If you have engaged a Compensation Attorney, or are seeking one, it becomes necessary to have a look at their qualifications, thereby ensuring that you decide on the best suited to represent you in a personal injury court case. When you get to see a substantial number of certificates and testimonials validating their qualifications, you would be better off hiring them than a Compensation Attorney lacking sufficient qualifications. Why Does Society Need Compensation Attorneys? By : Aretha Singh Picture the life we would have if companies were allowed to run roughshod over everyone and everything. Legislation means nothing and they hold themselves above the law. Faulty products, shoddy manufacturing practices, substandard sanitation are all part of everyday life and allowed to continue no matter what the damage. Companies are often negligent in order to save money and as a result of that negligence, people are hurt. We consume products that are unhealthy while the companies pad their bottom line. Enter the compensation attorney. Can Compensation Attorneys Deal with Diet Drug Cases? By : Aretha Singh Today, people in Western countries are showing a growing tendency to diet. Everyone wishes for the ideal physique to realize our ambitions and appear self-assured. Unfortunately, this dieting has encouraged a majority of organizations in the cutthroat dieting drug business to compose the drug in a way that is risky, rather than safe at the end of the day. Are You Confused on Legal Jargons - Get a Personal Injury Lawyer Who Understands You Better Than Your Case By : Aretha Singh By getting a second opinion you avoid the risk of being discouraged by the performance of your Compensation Attorney. People tend to stay with their first Compensation Attorney whenever they face a personal injury case. Until the person signs on the dotted line, the Compensation Attorney tries to confuse the client with a lot of legal jargons. Get into a broad minded consultation if you want to avoid this from happening. You Need Professional Help... From a Qualified Compensation Attorney By : Aretha Singh It is often difficult to make a personal injury claim, as most of us are unaware of our rights related to personal injury claims. This is why you often require the services of compensation attorneys. Qualified compensation attorneys have a thorough understanding of the legal system related to personal injury claims. Using their knowledge, they can guide you by suggesting practical solutions to your personal injury case. Hire A Houston Compensation Attorney For Your Medical Malpractice Claim By : Aretha Singh Known for their compassion, a Houston compensation attorney is your best bet to properly dealing with your medical malpractice person injury claim. Medical malpractice is a sensitive subject, so you¡¦ll need a compassionate compensation attorney fighting on your behalf, who is sensitive and can cater to your needs when you feel you¡¦ve fallen victim to medical malpractice. Before Declaring Your Disabled Child Incompetent: Four Alternatives to Guardianship By : L. Mark Russell Before parents decide whether their child with a disability needs some type of guardian, they should consider the alternatives to guardianship. These include special needs trusts, representative payees, and citizen advocates. The 2 Key Purposes of the LLC Operating Agreement By : Amyli McDaniel This Article explains the two main purposes of an LLC Operating Agreement and why it is important foe every LLC to have an LLC Operating Agreement. Treatment of Disability Pay in Virginia Military Divorce, Part I By : James Livesay Article dealing with military retired pay and disability pay in divorce. Part I of this article describes the consequences of a servicemember’s receipt of military disability retired pay in divorce, while Part II deals with the member’s receipt of VA disability compensation, and offers solutions to protect the spouse in both situations under Virginia law. Treatment of Disability Pay in Virginia Military Divorce, Part II By : James Livesay Article dealing with military retired pay and disability pay in divorce. Part I of this article describes the consequences of a servicemember’s receipt of military disability retired pay in divorce, while Part II deals with the member’s receipt of VA disability compensation, and offers solutions to protect the spouse in both situations, under Virginia law. Divorce On A Budget: Self Help Divorce, Attorney Consultations & Minimizing Costs By : Andrew Daigle If you are like many, you may find the possibility of divorce to be overwhelming and unaffordable. There are a number of ways, however, that a self help divorce can be achieved through a combination of quality divorce advice from a licensed divorce attorney and cooperation from both your and your spouse. Covert recordings of Disciplinary Meetings with an Employer By : Ian Mann This article examines the state of the law on the use of covert recordings as evidence in the employment tribunal of an employer's conduct. Choosing the right Motorcycle Injury Compensation Attorney By : Aretha Singh Even with the advent of all the age cars, the motorcycle still remains on the most favored forms of road sport and speed pleasure. The motorcycle has remained a symbol for speed, youth and trend to this day. But the romantic notion of the motorcycle is also fraught with the dangers of accidents and injuries. It is important to be aware of motorcycle personal injury cases and attorneys before choosing the right Motorcycle Personal Injury Attorney. How to Select the Right California Compensation Attorney By : Aretha Singh If you are a resident of California, you do not need to fret about receiving compensation for your personal injuries. If you have undergone a personal injury, you are at liberty to sue the people involved without having to bother about the extent or nature of the personal injury. The most important part of the claim is that, it should be legitimate and for that one needs a perfect compensation attorney. An ideal California compensation attorney is one who knows all the laws which will to help you get reimbursed for the damages. He should help preserve the rights you deserve as a citizen of California. The lawyer should be practical, intelligent and sharp, in order to help you receive justice. He should know how to use the laws in your favor to get you the best deal. You know your perfect lawyer, when he advices you honestly about the case, explaining the law and ensuring justice. The Last Will And Testament - A Model NOT To Live By By : Donovan Baldwin If ever anyone served as a model for having a last will and testament, it has to have been Anna Nicole Smith. What Is Power Of Attorney? When And How Would You Use It? By : Donovan Baldwin What is the power of attorney? How can you use it? what can it do for you? When would you want to use it? Get a few answers from this short article. Steps Life Partners Can Take For Legal Protection By : Donovan Baldwin Married couples have a lot of protections under law. Unmarried partners do not in many places. What can partners do to protect each other and prepare for life's problems and unfortunate circumstances. Stress at Work Claims: An Employer’s Guide to avoiding the pitfalls By : Ian Mann An article showing employers how to avoid potentially expensive personal injury and stress at work claims being made against them. Legal Nuggets for Businesses By : Gerard Simings If you are running a business or just starting out, you probably already know there is legal minefield out there. To overcome it, it helps to have some practical insight. Here are a few tips you might want to keep in mind. How To Get A Lawsuit Loan - No-Risk Legal Finance By : Lawsuit funding or legal finance is a non- recourse lawsuit loan or lawsuit cash advance. It carries no risk because plaintiffs owe nothing if they lose the case. Lawsuit pre-settlement funding programs provide them with immediate cash to give them and their attorney time to negotiate a larger cash settlement. Personal Injury Claims Statistics: Is there a Compensation Claim Culture in the United Kingdom? By : Caroline Anderson The purpose of the current article is to present some basic facts about the modern personal injury litigation system in the UK, drawing upon the most reliable data sources that are available. We have compared three key sources of statistical information about claims in tort. These sources are, first, the data supplied in recent years by the Government’s Compensation Recovery Unit concerning the total number of claims made for personal injury each year; secondly, actuarial analyses based on over a million claims and produced for successive reports commissioned by the Association of British Insurers; and finally, the detailed figures collated in relation to clinical negligence claims made against the National Health Service. A distinguishing feature of all three sources of information is that they are founded upon a very wide statistical base. Personal Injury Cases in Virginia By : James Livesay Article dealing with personal injury cases in Virginia. Provides answers to frequently asked questions about automobile accidents in Virginia from experienced auto accident attorneys and personal injury lawyers. Claims Against Keepers Of Animals For Their Animals’ Actions: Strict Liability Or Not? By : Ian Mann An article describing the liability of owners of animals under the law of negligence for their animals' actions Child Support and Private Educational Costs By : Kayla Boucher In today’s world, parents often begin planning for a child’s education far in advance. . . If their children are lucky enough to be accepted into these prestigious programs, parents are then faced with the staggering tuition costs associated with these institutions. Rhode Island Divorce Lawyer: Overtime May Affect Your Rhode Island Child Support! By : Christopher Pearsall Do you know how your overtime affects your Rhode Island Child Support obligations? It's something you need to know. Discover the answer and other important child support information in this article by a Rhode Island attorney "Well The Marriage Wasn't Even Valid Your Honor" And Other Excuses By Mr. Blowhard . . . By : Antonio Fricano There is always that person that thinks they know some trick that will allow them to escape accountability. . .This article shall focus on the circumstances of a void marriage and the likely thoughts that will cross his mind. The "Non-Divorce" Divorce By : Kayla Boucher This past week, typically mindless commentary during a popular morning talk show caught my attention . . .The host claimed there is a new phenomenon in which a married couple remains together, in almost every sense of the word, despite the fact that both desire a divorce. He referred to it as the “non-divorce” divorce. Taxes and Divorce By : Antonio Fricano The tax consequences of a divorce can have a tremendous impact on the actual (as opposed to stated) value each side receives in a property division or support order. This leaves those lawyers with an understanding of tax law in a superior bargaining position. The following article will discuss a couple areas where family law and tax law intersect. What To Expect...And...How To Beat Your Spouse In Child Custody Mediation! By : Antonio Fricano First of all; if you are actually reading this to learn how to “beat your spouse” in child custody mediation, then you don’t know what to expect . . . Mediation is an informal process by which both parties meet with a mediator that tries to help the parties reach an agreement concerning their custody dispute. Men Can Be Victims Of Domestic Violence Too! By : Donald P. Schweitzer The reality is that domestic violence against men happens. It happens more than we think, and there is just nothing funny about it. What's worse is that many men who fall victim to domestic abuse are frequently suspected of, and sometimes even arrested and charged with domestic abuse against their spouse when they act in self defense or in some cases when the man has done absolutely nothing. My Neighbor Is A Registered Sex Offender, And I Can't Tell Anyone! By : Donald P. Schweitzer Did you know you can check online for sex offenders registered in your neighborhood . . . Have you thought about what you might do if you happened to check the registry and found out your new next door neighbor is a sex offender whose crime included lewd acts with a child? Obligations on an Employer who is Served with a Detachment of Earnings Order By : Ian Mann An article explaining the effect of a Detachment of Earnings Order imposed by the Child Support Agency on an employer and employeee. LLCs As Business Entity Choices in California By : Rich Chappo California is a high risk, high reward state for businesses. The market is potentially very profitable, but the risk of being sued for something is also high. An LLC may be the answer to the risk factor. Rhode Island Divorce Lawyers: Modifying Rhode Island Child Support! By : Christopher Pearsall Do you need answers to your Rhode Island Child Support Questions? Read this article to get answers to some of your questions and find more resources to help you get a handle on your Rhode Island Child Support Issues. Employment Law: Majrowski and Employers' liability for psychiatric illness By : Ian Mann An article describing how the Protection from Harassment Act 1997 can be used to establish claims against employers. Real Estate Options to Purchase By : Laine T. Wagenseller The nuts and bolts of real estate options to purchase real estate, including the characteristics of the option and accepting the exercise of the option. Advantages of Auto Accident Lawsuit Funding – Lawsuit Cash Advance By : Most of the plaintiffs involved in lawsuits do not realize they can get cash advance before their case settles. It is called as lawsuit funding and often referred as lawsuit loan, legal finance, legal financing, legal funding, legal funds, lawsuit cash advance, litigation financing, pre-settlement loan and plaintiff cash advance. How To Get Zyprexa Lawsuit Funding – Litigation Funding By : A risk free source of legal finance is now available for plaintiffs involved in Zyprexa class action lawsuit. It is called Lawsuit funding or often referred as Lawsuit loans, Legal funding, Legal finance, Legal financing and Lawsuit pre-settlement funding, Loans for lawsuit, Pending lawsuit loan, Cash advance on lawsuit, Funding lawsuits, Funding lawsuit, Litigation funding and Legal cash advance. DBA Law - Don't Get Caught - Get a DBA. By : Elias Stassinos If you use a name other than your own legal last name, or your corporation or LLC uses a trade name different from its legal registered name, in most states, you need to file a DBA (Doing Business As) Business Name Certificate. Disclosure in Criminal Proceedings By : Ian Mann An article seeting out the latest key provisions of the law relating to the disclosure of information by the prosecution in criminal trials. Patent Law Basics for the Non-Practitioner - Part I of IV: OVERVIEW By : Thomas Zuber This article is for non-practitioners seeking to familiarize themselves with the basics of patent law. It is Part I of a four part series consisting of an overview of the different types of patents, and patentability requirements. Parts II, III and IV will follow in biweekly installments, and will address Utility Patents, Design Patents, and Plant Patents, respectively. Divorce - Litigation or Mediation? By : Belinda Rachman, Esq. An informative overview of how parents can minimize the trauma of divorce and save money as well as their co-parenting relationship by using mediation instead of litigation. Identity Theft, How Business Owners Can Protect Themselves By : Belinda Rachman, Esq. A lawyer who is also a Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist tells businesses how to protect their most valuable asset, their business, through an overview of the state and Federal laws regarding identity theft Don’t Be Like Anna Nicole Smith and Teri Schivo!!! By : Belinda Rachman, Esq. A plea for all parents of minor children to draft a will that says who should raise them if they die with a great and inexpensive solution The Divorce Process Naked and Exposed By : Brian Smith An overview of the Divorce Process in Texas Why Lawsuit Financing – Lawsuit Loan, is Safe for Slip and Fall Litigation Plaintiffs By : What your attorney needs, in order to get you the best settlement or fairest trial, is time. Just as the defendants can buy time, so can you, with the help of Lawsuit funding. Lawsuit funding is often referred as lawsuit loan, lawsuit financing, legal finance, loan funding lawsuit, lawsuit cash advance, litigation financing, litigation funding, pre-settlement loan, personal injury lawsuit financing and lawsuit pre-settlement funding. Patent Law Basics For The Non-practitioner - Part II Of IV: UTILITY PATENTS By : Thomas Zuber This article is for non-practitioners seeking to familiarize themselves with the basics of patent law. It is Part II of a four part series consisting of an overview of the different types of patents, and patentability requirements. Parts III and IV will follow in biweekly installments, and will address Design Patents, and Plant Patents, respectively. Wake Up From The Nightmare of Identity Theft By : Belinda Rachman, Esq. A Certified Identity Theft Risk Management Specialist explains the FACTS about Identity Theft. What it is and what it isn't and what you can do to protect yourself. How Lawsuit Cash Advance – Lawsuit Funding, is No-Risk Loan for Litigation Plaintiffs By : Most of plaintiffs involved in lawsuits do not realize they can get legal cash advance before their case settles. A litigant waiting for a settlement or judgment from a lawsuit can qualify for a lawsuit funding or lawsuit loan, ranging from $250 to $1M for an individual case and up to $10M for a commercial case. It is called lawsuit funding or often referred as lawsuit loan, legal financing, litigation financing, and lawsuit cash advance. Fen-Phen Litigation Financing – Legal Cash Advance Program. How does it Work By : But now this new lawsuit settlement funding or litigation financing program is great help to Fen-Phen lawsuit plaintiffs. With a lawsuit cash advance or pending lawsuit loan, on your Fen-Phen lawsuit settlement, you reduce the financial and emotional stress on you and your family. This risk free source of lawsuit loan or lawsuit funding is now available for plaintiffs involved in Fen-Phen and other pharmaceutical lawsuits. What is Vioxx Lawsuit Settlement Funding – Lawsuit Loan Program. How does it Work By : Plaintiffs involved in Vioxx, Fen-Phen, Zyprexa product liability lawsuits do not realize they can now get legal cash advances or lawsuit funding, while they are waiting for their lawsuit settlement money. It is called lawsuit funding and often referred as lawsuit loan, lawsuit financing, legal finance, legal financing, litigation financing, pending lawsuit loan, lawsuit cash advance, litigation funding and lawsuit advance funding. Trademark Infringement: The Basics By : Thomas Zuber This article is for non-lawyers, or attorneys practicing in areas of law other than trademark law, seeking to familiarize themselves with the basics of trademark infringement. Future articles from Zuber & Taillieu LLP will address dilution, and remedies/damages, respectively. Getting a Divorce? What you can expect in Texas? By : Brian Smith What you can expect in Divorce in Texas. Lindsay Lohan’s Hit and Run Accident By : Donald P. Schweitzer Walking the streets of Los Angeles is becoming more and more hazardous, given the amount of drunken celebrities on our roads. This past weekend we became aware that Lindsay Lohan was arrested in Los Angeles for hit and run, and driving while under the influence of alcohol. It also appears that the police located a white powdery substance believed to be cocaine either within Ms. Lohan’s vehicle or person. Divorce Mediation: How It Works & Why It May Save You Time And Money By : Andrew Daigle Divorce mediation involves a neutral third-party who oversees the agreement between the husband and wife relating to the terms of their divorce. Fight That Ticket Or Suffer The Consequences By : Belinda Rachman, Esq. A lawyer tells you what it really costs when you get a moving violation and you don't fight it then gives a solution that will work for all. Copyrights and Trademarks By : Sharon Housley Copyright is a type of intellectual property. A copyright is a set of exclusive rights granted by the government for a limited time to protect the particular form, way or manner in which an idea or information is expressed. Copyright is the legal protection given to artists or producers of creative work which protects them against unauthorized copying of their work. Who Is The Right Divorce Lawyer For You? By : Belinda Rachman, Esq. A family law attorney tells couples what to watch out for when choosing an attorney to handle their divorce. What is Workmans Comp Lawsuit Cash Advance? By : A Workers Compensation lawsuit loan (also called Workers Comp, Workmans Compensation or Workmans Comp) is actually a lawsuit cash advance against your pending workers compensation case or lawsuit. These are non recourse lawsuit cash advances which you pay back only when you win or settle your workers comp. case or lawsuit. If you lose your case you need not to pay back to lawsuit funding company. How To Profit From Your Great Idea! 3 Critical Steps to Take Your Idea from Concept to Cash Flow By : Nick Nanton 3 Critical steps to take your idea from concept to cash clow: protect it, market your idea and enforce your rights. Doing Well by Doing Good: Philanthropy at the Heart of Estate Planning By : John Fraker Do you know that under the current tax law, once a person’s Gross Estate exceeds the Unified Credit Amount, the Federal Government will tax the excess at a rate up to 46%? Learn how philanthropy in estate planning can help others and leave more to your children The Wonderful World of Probate (and Why to Avoid it) By : John Fraker Probate is a court-supervised process by which a decedent’s assets are gathered, valued, and distributed according to the decedent’s last wishes, as stated in his or her will. Learn how, through careful planning of your estate, you may be able to spare your family members and loved ones from the costs and the lengthy processes of probate. Why Was the Kugel Hernia Mesh Patch Recalled? By : Peter Kent You may have heard about the Kugel Hernia Mesh Recall. What's it all about? And who is at risk? The Family Limited Partnership By : John Fraker The Family Limited Partnership is a sophisticated family business planning entity. When structured properly, it allows the senior generation to maintain substantial control over the assets of the Partnership during their life. Upon their death, it is possible to transfer those assets to the junior generation while enjoying substantial discounts on the value of the property transferred. How to Choose the Right Entity for Your Business By : John Fraker How do you decide what kind of business entity is right for you? There are several options, and understanding the impact of your choice in terms of number of shareholders or owners you can have, how your assets will be protected, how business and personal taxes are affected, and which is easier to manage is a critical part of the decision-making process. Advantages of the Trust Administration Process By : John Fraker The Family Limited Partnership is a sophisticated family business planning entity. When structured properly, it allows the senior generation to maintain substantial control over the assets of the Partnership during their life. Upon their death, it is possible to transfer those assets to the junior generation while enjoying substantial discounts on the value of the property transferred. Don’t File Your LLC or S-Corp Without Reading This By : Nick Nanton A few things the state, your accountant and your attorney forgot to tell you. Don't file your LLC or S-Corp without reading this article. What is Cybersquatting and What Can Be Done About It? ACPA or UDRP? By : Michael Cohen The basics of Cybersquatting, domain name disputes and the difference between UDRP and ACPA. Buying a Home 'As-Is' - Should You Be Worried? By : Laine T. Wagenseller Some buyers will ignore an 'as-is' clause when purchasing a new home, only to find problems with the property later. Others will be intimidated by these clauses and refuse to close the purchase for fear of waiving their rights. In this article, real estate and business litigation attorney Laine T. Wagenseller details the correct and safe approach to the 'as-is' clause. Can Informations lawfully be laid by fax in the magistrates' court By : Ian Mann An article examining whether an information can be laid by fax in the magistrates' court and when proceedings can be said to be instituted. Also an examination of new and exciting methods of electronic service in court proceedings. Avoid Financial and Emotional Ruin When Getting Divorced By : Belinda Rachman, Esq. A divorce lawyer makes an impassioned plea for couples considering divorce to take a serious look at how mediation can save money and their co-parenting relationship. Automobile Accident Injuries and Their Relationsihp to Crashworthiness By : Peter Kent Millions of Americans are injured every year in automobile accidents, and many of these injuries are the result of poor driving. However, many injuries occur as a result of driver's vehicle's crashworthiness, or its ability to protect the vehicle's occupants during an accident. Crashworthiness is important to understand because it relates to who may be responsible for damages or pain and suffering resulting from a car accident. RSS Feed Use in the Legal Field By : Sharon Housley Lawyers have never been known as a technical bunch, but more and more often you see a lawyer with a palm pilot making appointments and a blackberry for those urgent messages. Electronic gadgets are now common in the courthouses across the US. Lawyers have increased productivity by utilizing technology so it should come as no surprise that lawyers are using RSS feeds as a means to grow and manage their practices. Know The Paralegal Average Salary Is Calculated! By : Alex Morgan The paralegal average salary can be affected by many factors. This can be quite confusing for the individual who is still studying how to become one. Each person's situation will be different and when taken into consideration will ultimately affect the outcome. Small Business Corporations Beware –Failing to Complete Your Annual Minutes Can Result in Losing the By : Juli Walsh It's time to do your Annual Minutes for your business. Failing to prepare them can put your business and your personal assets at risk! Just A Minute, LLC can help you get these minutes written correctly to keep your business safe. Learn what could be at risk, what it could cost, and what you need to do. 5 Common Misconceptions About Filing Bankruptcy By : David Siegel Describes the most common misconceptions abount filing bankruptcy and sheds light on what actually happens when one files for bankruptcy relief. Paralegal Study Online For A Speedy Legal Career! By : Sam Curtis.. Paralegal Study Online can be your first option: Time has changed. Gone are the days when you need to go to distant places for completing your studies and education. A big generation gap has come which has set the trend of studying any course or subject from a university or school at your home only. 5 Critical Mistakes Often Made When Hiring an Attorney & How to Avoid Those Mistakes By : David Siegel 5 critical mistakes that are often made when hiring an attorney and how to avoid those common mistakes. The attorney you hire has a great effect on the success of your case. You want to insure that you have hired a competent attorney. Immigration Paralegal - Great Career and Good Money! By : Nic Cummingham If you are eyeing a career in paralegal then you might want to consider an immigration paralegal career. An immigration paralegal career works much like the other paralegal jobs but the only difference is that you focus on immigration issues when doing immigration paralegal work. Is Chapter 7 Still Available To a Debtor? By : David Siegel Article describes the availability of Chapter 7 after the bankruptcy reform of October, 2005. What Happens to Property in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Case? By : David Siegel Article describes what happens to property when one filed Chapter 7 bankruptcy. What Does It Mean To Handle Your Divorce Pro Se? By : David Siegel Article describes what it means to handle a divorce case pro se. It lists the pros and cons of such representation and illustrates when such representation may be acceptable. Custody Disputes Produce Few Winners By : David Siegel Custody disputes rarely produce any winners. In fact, all parties truly lose. This artilce sheds light on that often overlooked reality. The family perspective and the court's perspective is illustrated. Disclosure & Procedure In Commercial Injunctions By : Ian Mann A practical guide to the weapons available to a respondent at a return date after an ex parte injunction has been granted against him in the Commercial Court. It has a particular emphasis on how material non-disclosure can be effectively used as the basis for having an injunction set aside. Debunking the Prenup Stigma By : Kayla Boucher Strangely enough, Californians do not seem to celebrate choice and self-governance when entering into the marital relationship. The vast majority of Californians do not opt to create their own “prenuptial agreement” (a before marriage agreement) with regard to resolution of property and support issues in the event a dissolution occurs. The Real Danger of Domestic Violence By : Donald P. Schweitzer This past week I had to face a terrible reality: sometimes, there is no way to prevent the real dangers of domestic violence. . . I came to this reality after receiving a phone call from a friend of one of my clients, informing me that my client had been severely beaten by her ex-husband during an exchange of their two children in the courtyard of the local police department. Legal Tips for Businesses By : Gerard Simings.. As a businessperson, knowledge is the key to your success. This is particularly true when it comes to basic legal situations. Following are some helpful tidbits that might apply to your business. Mandatory Arbitration: The Alternative To Trial By : Christopher Davis The purpose of Mandatory Arbitration is to reduce court congestion, expedite the litigation process, and to provide a cost effective resolution of civil claims. In Washington, most of the superior courts have adopted a program known as “mandatory arbitration.” Arbitration is another way to resolve a case instead of going to trial. This report helps you to understand the mandatory arbitration process.
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