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Tips for Getting Through a Divorce With the Right Lawyer

While going through a divorce a few years ago, I felt like it was going to be the end of the world. The process was costly, and dealing with custody over the children was a nightmare. If it weren't for my lawyer, I am not so sure that I could have made it through to the end while maintaining my wits. My lawyer taught me a lot about the legal process of separating and divorcing, so I wanted to pass down the information, tips, and tricks through this blog to help others that may not be ready to hire a lawyer yet. From things you may need when first meeting with a lawyer, to all the of the paperwork that you should be keeping tabs on to protect yourself throughout a divorce, there is something here for everyone. Hopefully the information found here is helpful to you through your journey.

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Will The Bankruptcy Court Sell Pets And Other Animals?

Posted on March 18, 2015

Most people who end up in bankruptcy court don't know anything about the process, so it's not unusual for them to be confronted with unexpected and unpleasant surprises after they file petitions. One of those surprises is debtors are required to list their pets and other animals they own as part of their assets, which leaves many petitioners wondering if the trustee will actually sell them to pay off creditors. Although it's exceptionally rare for this to happen, it is possible that you may have to give up your animals when you file for bankruptcy. [Read More]

Surgical Procedures Gone Wrong: Personal Injury Cases For Complications Arising With Implanting Transvaginal Mesh

Posted on March 6, 2015

Made from a type of plastic known as polypropylene, a transvaginal mesh involves the implantation of a mesh-lined device through the vagina in order to permanently correct pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). These medical conditions typically arise after a women experiences a hysterectomy, menopause or childbirth. The success rate for this surgical procedure has been noted to be over 90%. Regardless, many complications have arisen in the past. [Read More]

Pre-Existing Medical Conditions: How You Can Claim Worker's Compensation Benefits

Posted on February 20, 2015

The worker's compensation program was designed by the government to provide compensation for individuals who are injured or become ill as a result of their career or trade. Worker's compensation benefits operate under a "no-fault" system, meaning that you are entitled to benefits if you can simply prove that you are injured or ill. In 2009 alone, worker's compensation provided benefits to approximately 124.9 million employees. Surprisingly, the benefits also extend to pre-existing medical conditions that start up again or get worse. [Read More]

Tips For Reducing Your Appeal To Slip And Fall Scammers

Posted on February 19, 2015

According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, there was a 57-percent increase in the number of dubious slip and fall claims submitted to insurance providers between 2008 and 2010. Because of the nature of these types of accidents, it's often very easy for scammers to fake them and make money by submitting claims (or filing lawsuits) for phony injuries. Possibly the best way to avoid having your business fall victim to this type of scam is to make your company unappealing to con artists. [Read More]