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Common-Law Marriage: Myth or Reality?
The whole idea seems far-fetched: simply move in with your beloved and live together for a certain period of time, and viola! You're common-law married. In reality, there is more to it than that, but common-law marriage does exist in some states. In states that recognize common-law marriage, cohabitation is just one of many requirements, so read to learn more about this little-known way to form a legal relationship. States that recognize common-law marriage
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2 Reasons To Hire A Real Estate Attorney
One of the most useful professionals that you can hire when buying a home or piece of property is a real estate attorney, mostly because he or she can help you with a variety of issues that can come up during the buying process. Listed below are two reasons to hire a real estate attorney. Will Be Impartial One of the biggest reasons to hire a real estate attorney is that he or she is more likely to be impartial than a standard real estate agent.
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Obstruction Of Justice? Resisting Arrest? How The Police Are Using These Charges And What You Can Do
Do the police misuse "catch-all" charges like resisting arrest and obstruction of justice against protesters? A lot of people think so. If there's any possibility that you'll be interacting with police in the near future at a protest, convention, or even a traffic stop, you need to understand how the police use these charges and what can happen next. How are the police using obstruction of justice and resisting arrest charges?
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Three Situations In Which A Lawyer Shouldn't Represent Multiple Victims Of The Same Accident
If you and your friend are hurt in an accident, and you were in the same vehicle, you may wish to be represented by the same lawyer. However, this is only possible if there would be no conflict of interest with the arrangement. For example, a conflict of interest would arise if: One of You Contributed to the Accident A single lawyer can't represent both of you if at least one of you contributed to the accident.
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3 Steps For Dealing With An Employee Discrimination Situation
If you are being discriminated against in your workplace, there is a three-step approach that you should bear in mind to be sure the process goes through as smoothly as possible. This process includes bringing this discrimination to your employer's attention, compiling evidence for your potential lawsuit and taking care of your personal well-being as you prepare for a potentially lengthy process. With this in mind, read on and take advantage of these tips, as you also reach out to an employment lawyer that can help.
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A Look At The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Filing A DIY Divorce
With the availability of information online, you may do some research and decide that you are perfectly capable of filing for a divorce on your own without hiring an attorney. While going the DIY route with a divorce is a possibility and may save you a few bucks, choosing to go solo when you make this legal filing may not always be the best decision. In divorce, there is a lot of room for costly mistakes that are all too easy to make without the guidance of a legal professional.
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4 Tricks Insurance Companies Use After An Accident To Look Out For
If you have been injured in any kind of accident, you are going to have to work alongside the opposite party's insurance company to receive compensation. This can be difficult because insurance companies use many tactics to avoid having to pay more than what they want to once your case is settled. This is why you should have a personal injury attorney by your side who can look out for these commonly used tricks and help you avoid them.
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Thinking Of A Home Equity Line Of Credit? If Your Marriage Isn't Stable, Think Again
If your marriage has been on difficult ground for a while, be wary of putting your signature on a home equity line of credit. If you do, you could find yourself financing your spouse's lifestyle or divorce attorney. Here's what you should know. What is a home equity line of credit? A home equity loan essentially allows you to tap into the equity that you have in your home. Since your equity increases both as you pay down any mortgage that you have and as your home appreciates in value over the years, the equity can be considerable.
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Is A Personal Injury Lawsuit In DC Right For You?
A personal injury lawsuit might be your ticket to getting the compensation that you deserve. Whether you were involved in an auto accident, a case of medical negligence, or some other form of injury, you have a shot at filing and winning a lawsuit. However, such lawsuits can actually be much more complicated than you might initially expect. To help you make sure that a lawsuit is right for you, here are some specific laws that you will need to deal with when it comes to filing a personal injury lawsuit in Washington DC:
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3 Ways To Improve Your Child Custody Case
If you are divorcing and share children with your spouse, every move that you make will be closely scrutinized when determining who should have custody. Unfortunately, a wrong move could result in your spouse being awarded custody. To help improve your case for child custody, here are some tips to follow. Pay Child Support Regardless of whether or not a temporary child support order is in place, you need to voluntarily pay child support to your spouse if you are the top earner in your relationship.
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