2015

Why You Should Hire A Court Reporter Instead Of A Transcriptionist

As a legal professional, you probably understand the immense importance of having reports of the happenings in a court room, regardless of if you are dealing with a deposition, criminal trial, civil suit or other situation. However, one thing that you might be unsure about is whether you should hire a court reporter or a transcriptionist. On the surface, their jobs might seem very similar – both are given the responsibility to type out the words and happenings that occur in a court room.…

Understanding Property Division In A Divorce

If you’re in the process of going through a divorce, it’s important to understand just how the division of property will take place. Virtually everything that you as a couple acquired while you were married is considered marital property. This includes things like any homes you bought, cars and even retirement benefits. When a couple is married, they have the right to share in each other’s assets. Of course, they will often also have the obligation to share in each other’s losses.…

2 Scenarios Where You Should Always Hire A Personal Injury Attorney

If you’ve suffered an injury through circumstances that make it unclear who was at fault, a personal injury lawyer may be able to help. Many times accidents that seem extraordinarily tragic or ‘unlucky’ are in fact the responsibility of someone else, be it the owner of a pet or a large manufacturing company. This article discusses a few common situations where an injury may not seem like a prime candidate for a personal injury trial when in actuality it is all but a shoo-in for a hefty settlement.…

Should My Business Be A Non-Profit?

If you are looking to start your own business, there are many questions you must have answers to before you can open your doors to customers. Among these questions is whether or not your business will be for-profit, or a non-profit organization. Understanding if a non-profit business setup is best suited to meet your needs will allow you to structure your business appropriately from the beginning, and avoid making costly errors in the future.…

Why You Should Hire A Workers Compensation Lawyer

Getting hurt on the job is not something anyone wants or expects to have happen. Many people assume that their employers will take care of them financially since they were on the job when they got hurt. However, it is unfortunate that many injured workers find that this is not the case. If you are filing for workers compensation and feel as though your employer is giving you a rough time, you might want to hire a lawyer.…

3 Tips For Making Your Divorce Less Stressful

It is no secret that going through a divorce is stressful. There are many people who experience a great deal of financial, emotional and social stress while they undergo their divorce. Luckily, there are some things that you can do to simplify your divorce. Here are 3 ways to make your divorce less stressful. 1. Try Mediation One of the best things you can do to settle the divorce inexpensively and quick is to do mediation.…

3 Important Steps To Take When Becoming A US Citizen

If you are trying to become a citizen of the United States, you may be stressed. This process can be difficult because you may have never done anything like this before. You can make the process less difficult by taking these steps. Study for the Citizen Test In order to become a US citizen, you are going to have to pass a citizenship test. This test has different categories, which include speaking, reading, writing and civics.…

The Top Causes Of Motorcycle Accidents And How To Avoid Them

Although recent years have brought increasingly better safety statistics for motorists driving in cars across America, the news has not been as positive for motorcyclists: the rate of motorcycle related deaths doubled within a ten year span, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. While simply being aware of the rules of the road and avoiding potentially dangerous situations can help, experts and researchers who have studied the increasing accidents have discovered other problems lending to the deathly incidents.…

Worker's Compensation: Does PTSD Count?

PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) is a serious condition that paints countless Americans across the country. In fact, an estimated 5% of men and over 10% of women in the U.S. will suffer from PTSD in their life time. The condition can make it almost impossible for the afflicted person to live a normal life, including making enough money to live on. And a common misconception is that only military veterans get PTSD, but the reality is that it can happen to anyone who has had a traumatic experience.…