Divorce is emotionally painful and often involves an excess number of challenges. When things are particularly difficult, there may be a sense of bitterness and anger which can lead to arguments, unrest, and dispute. Once this occurs, a divorce can spiral into a long, exhausting process that might even need a judge to make final…
Colleges and Liability In general, colleges aren’t responsible for protecting adult students from crimes. Before the 1960s, colleges assumed a parental role concerning students on their campuses. This doctrine, known as In Loco Parentis, translates to “in the place of a parent.” However, in the 1960s, university students pushed to be viewed as independent people…
When you and your soon-to-be spouse are planning your wedding, one of the biggest planning tools that should be in place is a prenuptial agreement. Though you may often hear about prenuptial agreements when it comes to celebrities and the wealthy, it is common for anyone who is getting married to have one. It is…
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is a division of the Department of Transportation (DOT) and is the body that governs big trucks and their drivers. Truckers are required to follow the rules put out by this administration while they are working. There are times when the details of a truck accident may seem…
Nursing Home Attorney Getting a phone call that your senior relative has fallen in their nursing home and been seriously injured, is one that many family members dread but ultimately have to face. It can be scary to hear that your loved one is in pain and may even need surgery in order to recover….
There has been a lot in the media lately regarding prostitution rings and human trafficking. While many people tend to not consider prostitution a serious crime, the laws of most states do, and convictions can result in harsh penalties. In order to better understand this case, let’s take a look at typical prostitution laws and…
Shoplifting is sometimes viewed as something that only rebellious kids do, but studies have shown that approximately 75 percent of shoplifters are in fact adults. Additionally, there is a misconception floating around that the law views shoplifting as a minor offense that deserves only a slap on the wrist. Be aware that this is not…
Non-Economic Damages Experienced by Next of Kin From a Wrongful Death There are essentially two types of damages that family members may be able to collect from a wrongful death suit: economic damages and non-economic damages. Economic damages are tangible for the most part; they are damages to which you can assign a specific numerical…
Personal Injury Lawyer Over 2.3 million adult Americans, and nearly a half-million children, suffer from some form of epilepsy. Doctors diagnose another 150,000 new cases each year. If you are a victim, a disability attorney can help you assemble a convincing case. A birth injury, head injury, stroke, and tumor can all lead to epilepsy….
How Domestic Violence in The Home Can Impact a Divorce Millions of families in America are affected by domestic violence in the home. As the years have gone by, each state has established laws to help protect those who have become victims of domestic violence. These laws address how abuse, sexual assault, and other types…