For some, it’s a cut and dry decision on whether or not to file for divorce from their partner. For others, it’s not quite such an easy decision to make. Some people may mull it over for years and finally just stay just to stay. If you’re torn on the decision on whether or not you should stay in your marriage or file for divorce, read on for some helpful information that may assist you in making this big decision in your life.…
Read More »According to foreclosure laws, lenders are allowed to begin the foreclosure process on a home once a borrower is 120 days past-due on their loan. If you are close to this point or past it, you will need to come up with a plan if you plan on stopping the foreclosure from going through. Fortunately, there are some different options you could use to stop the foreclosure from going through, and here are three of the main choices you have.…
Read More »Some criminal offenses have fixed bail amounts. In some cases, however, you can argue with the court for reduced bail. Below are some of the things you may need to prove to have the judge reduce your bail. Ties to the Community The main purpose of bail is to ensure you show up for all the required court dates. The more you are likely to skip your court appearances (in the government’s view), the more your bail is likely to be.…
Read More »This FAQ list on DUIs will help to give you a better understanding of what a DUI is and what you should do if you happen to be arrested, along with other helpful information. Here are some questions and answers about DUIs. What is a DUI? A DUI is a charge that a person may be cited or arrested for when they have been caught driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.…
Read More »One of the rights you have when facing criminal charges is the right to not testify at your own trial. This right comes from the Fifth Amendment of the Constitution, which states that you do not have to answer questions that would cause self-incrimination. If you are facing a criminal trial and are trying to decide whether to take the stand in it, here are several things you should know.…
Read More »A “common carrier” is any type of transportation company that transports property or people from one place to another for a fee. They’re regulated by the government and subject to stricter rules than ordinary passenger vehicles. Buses fall into the common carrier category—which means that there are certain specific legal obligations that bus companies have toward their passengers and others on the road. If you’ve been injured due to a bus accident, here are some of the most important legal facts that you need to know:…
Read More »One of the biggest perks of a bankruptcy filing is being left alone by creditors. Once a consumer gets behind on paying their bills, creditors can take numerous annoying measures to obtain the money owed to them. So if you’re filing for bankruptcy, why are you still getting harassed by creditors? Read on to find out more about some possible reasons you are being contacted how to handle that contact after a bankruptcy filing.…
Read More »If you were recently injured in an auto accident or even a slip-and-fall accident, you may be too tired to do just about anything, including hiring an attorney. Although you may think that hiring a personal injury attorney to represent you isn’t necessary or is too much work, it may benefit you and your family tremendously. Before you shut out the idea of hiring one of these attorneys, this article will take a closer look at why you should think again.…
Read More »When you have a special needs adult child, planning for the future can take some creativity. If they are receiving benefits from the government and insurance based on income, knowing where you can put money you have saved to protect your disabled child is vital. If your child inherits money from you directly, they can end up losing benefits and services that are in place. If they live in a nursing facility, their housing can be at risk.…
Read More »If you are trying to immigrate is a new country, it is important for you to make sure that you are getting proper representation from an immigration attorney. Sure, you might have heard stories in the past about people representing themselves and not having any trouble doing so. However, you want to make sure that you are able to avoid as many problems as possible in order to immigrate to the country of your choice as soon as possible.…
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