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Should I Accept the Insurance Company's Settlement Offer?

After a personal injury accident, you have to deal with medical bills and time off of work. It can cause great financial stress. It can be tempting to take the insurance company’s settlement offer. Before taking the first settlement offer, ensure you get enough compensation to cover your medical care and other losses. An experienced attorney can help you understand the value of your damages. Your attorney can also handle settlement negotiations so you can focus on recovery. For more information about settlement agreements, contact a personal injury lawyer. Should I Take the Insurance Company’s First Offer? After an injury accident, […]

Emotional Child Abuse

Not all child abuse is physical. Children can suffer emotional abuse based on words and behavior. Emotional abuse can cause severe mental distress. It can lead to anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems. It’s important to recognize warning signs of emotional abuse to protect young people from harm. This article provides an overview of emotional child abuse. Child abuse reporting laws differ in every state. For answers to your legal questions, talk to an experienced child abuse lawyer experienced in emotional abuse cases. What Is Emotional Child Abuse? Child abuse is any act or failure to act by a parent […]

Car Accidents FAQ

Car accidents injure more than 2 million people every year in the United States, and the aftermath of an accident is often more challenging and costly than you would expect. After the initial impact, a car crash can significantly disrupt your normal daily activities. This article answers frequently asked questions about car accidents. If you or a loved one has recently been in a car accident, contact a local and experienced personal injury lawyer. Do I Need to See a Doctor After an Accident? A car accident is a traumatic event for most people. Even if you think it’s a minor […]

Surrogacy and Artificial Conception

Scientific advancements have opened the doors for people who want to have a child but are unable to conceive without help. Artificial conception includes medical procedures and surrogacy arrangements. With more avenues than ever before, you can build your family in a way that works for your unique needs and circumstances. These ways of becoming a parent have legal considerations. When you decide to use traditional surrogacy or artificial conception, you need to protect your legal parenting rights. Legal counsel can help protect your family as a non-biological parent. Find a surrogacy and artificial conception lawyer near you to learn […]

What Is the Fair Credit Billing Act?

You are not responsible if your credit card bill has fraudulent charges. The Fair Credit Billing Act allows you to legally dispute billing errors and mistakes. Credit card companies have to investigate disputes and notify you of their findings. Learn more about the FCBA dispute process and your credit card rights. For more information about your rights under the FCBA, talk to a consumer protection lawyer. What Does the Fair Credit Billing Act Protect? The Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA) is a federal law that protects consumers using credit cards and other types of credit accounts. Credit card companies must investigate […]

Should You Chase a Hit-and-Run Driver?

If you are involved in a car accident and the other driver speeds away, you may be tempted to follow them so they don’t get away. But you should never chase another driver after an accident. Chasing after the hit-and-run driver can be very dangerous. In most cases, drivers who are involved in an accident are required to stop at the scene of the accident to exchange contact information. Accident reporting laws vary by state, so you should talk to a car accident attorney in your area for more information about your legal rights after a hit-and-run car accident. What Is a […]

Car Accidents and Property Damage: Repair vs. Replacement

Getting your vehicle repaired after an auto accident can take a long time when you have to wait for the insurance company. Your insurance company may need you to get multiple estimates and have the insurance adjuster approve the cost of repairs. A property damage claim can take longer when there is a dispute over who was responsible for the accident.  Property damage and personal injury claims can depend on state law. If you were in a car accident with severe vehicle damage, talk to a local car accident lawyer for legal advice.  Who Pays for Property Damage in a Car […]

Wiretapping: Is It Legal to Record Phone Calls?

Phone call recordings can be subject to state and federal wiretapping laws. Wiretapping laws are generally intended to give people a reasonable expectation of privacy. In most cases, it is against the law to record a phone conversation when you are not a party to the private conversation. However, you may be able to record calls if you have consent to record. State wiretapping laws are generally based on whether at least one or all parties consent to the recording. Because the laws vary by jurisdiction, it is best to consult a criminal lawyer in your area to give you the best advice […]

Independent Contractor Tax

Small business owners often operate as independent contractors. It can be a good life for someone with the right personality. Businesses pay you to perform a service. You control how you do the work. But there are extra responsibilities you must deal with. The most daunting are taxes. As an independent contractor, you must stay on top of your taxes. Unfortunately, independent contractor taxes can be confusing. Talking to a tax attorney in your area is a good idea. They can give you legal advice and help you avoid trouble with the government. What Is an Independent Contractor? Your worker classification determines […]

Divorce and Division of Assets

Divorce is different from a separation in that, by law, the marriage is considered to be formally ended.  A separation may happen when couples are living separately but have not yet filed for a court order declaring a divorce. Property which is acquired during marriage: Property acquired during marriage is called marital property.  Depending on the state of residence, marital property is treated differently upon divorce.  There are two categories which states fall into when it comes to the treatment of marital property; Community Property and Equitable Distribution.  Equitable distribution laws are followed by the majority of states.  The following […]