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  • Four Legal Requirements You Must Meet To Divorce


    People don't usually think of divorce as something that has legal requirements, but it does. In fact, you can be turned away from the divorce court if you don't meet the requirements. Here are some of the most important of these divorce requirements: Meet the Residency Requirements of the State Most states require you to have lived in their jurisdictions for a specified period (leading up to the divorce) before filing for divorce within their borders.
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  • Avoid Accidents While Towing A Trailer Behind Your Car Or Truck This Holiday Season


    If you're heading over the hills and through the woods to Grandmother's, Aunt Martha's, or your brother's house for the holiday break with the kids because someone in the family thought it would be great to get everyone together -- well, you can be excused if you're less than enthusiastic. Trying to cram a couple of adults a kid or two, plus all the needed winter clothing, coats, boots, toys, and the holiday gifts you're taking along into a car that barely has leg room for a long road trip is nobody's idea of a good time.
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  • Tips For Handling A Car Crash Against A Tourist


    If you are not careful, then you can find it extremely difficult to handle an auto accident case against a foreign motorist. These three precautions should help you navigate the post-accident activities successfully: Consider That There May Be a Language Barrier Not everybody in the U.S. speaks or understands English as well as you do. This is even more likely to be the case if the other person is a tourist.
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  • Can You Fight A DUI Charge From A Checkpoint?


    Law enforcement will periodically set up a checkpoint to determine if drivers are under the influence. Some of the checkpoints result in arrests for driving under the influence, or DUI. If you were arrested at a checkpoint, here is what you need to know. Is It Constitutional? One of the first concerns that drivers have about a DUI checkpoint is about the constitutionality of the stop. To many, the checkpoint seems like a violation of Fourth Amendment rights.
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  • Marriage on the Rocks? 4 Reasons You Need Legal Representation


    If you're about to file for divorce, you might be thinking you can take care of the process without an attorney. Unfortunately, filing for divorce without legal representation could come back to haunt you later. This is particularly true if your spouse has hired an attorney. Your spouse's attorney will be doing everything they can to get the best deal for their client, which means you'll be left out in the cold at every turn.
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  • 3 Ways to Help Prevent Workers Compensation Fraud


    Anytime you hire employees to complete tasks for your business, you open yourself up to the risk of a workers compensation claim. These claims are made by employees who are injured doing job-related tasks, and they are paid out by your insurance company. Unfortunately, some employees choose to take advantage of the workers compensation program by filing fraudulent claims. These fraudulent claims can cost your company both time and money.
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  • How A Workers Comp Denial Can Be Legally Overturned


    Are you stuck in a financial bind because your employer denied you access to workers compensation benefits? Just because you were denied the benefits, it does not necessarily mean that you don't deserve the money. Depending on why your employer believes you don't deserve workers compensation, you might be able to take legal action to get the denial overturned. Find out in this article how a lawyer can help you obtain the money that you need.
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  • 3 Misconceptions About Private Disability Insurance


    Suffering an injury that results in a disability can have an impact on your likelihood. To avoid economic disaster, many people are turning to private disability insurance. Unfortunately, misunderstandings about the insurance and what it offers can lead to poor selection choices and also disagreements with the insurance provider later. Before shopping for disability insurance, reconsider these myths about the coverage to help you make an informed decision.   Social Security Disability Will Cover Your Expenses
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  • Don't Let A Lawsuit Take A Bite Out Of Your Wallet With By Being A Responsible Dog Owner


    Some dog owners go for smaller canine breeds because they are loveable and playful. However, some dog owners go for a dog that is more aggressive and less docile for reasons like wanting protection. If you are looking for a dog who will keep intruders away and potentially keep your family protected, there are breeds that fit the bill. The only problem is that owning a dog that is aggressive by nature means you have to be careful about being responsible for your pet.
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  • The Do's and Don'ts of a Child Custody Evaluation


    Decisions involving minor children are among the most hotly contested of all issues during a divorce. If you and your spouse do not see eye-to-eye when it comes to which parent should hold primary custody, your family court judge could seek the assistance of a child custody evaluator. These specially-trained mental health professionals are experts at interviewing all parties and evaluating parental fitness. It's in your best interest to have a complete understanding of this process, since the evaluator's opinion will carry a lot of weight when the judge makes a decision.
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