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Three Legal Issues To Avoid At The Company's Holiday Party
Holiday office parties can be a lot of fun -- until somebody spikes the punch and somebody else has a few too many cups of it. If things get out of hand, your company could end up facing a lawsuit. Here are 3 things to look out for (and a few ways to prevent them): 1.) Sexual Harassment A stolen kiss under the mistletoe never harmed anybody, right? Wrong. With the alcohol flowing and inhibitions lowered, someone could decide to plant an unwanted kiss on someone else. [Read More]
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PTSD And How You Can Be Covered For Workers' Comp
Workers' compensation insurance was created to cover medical expenses and lost wages for those who are injured while at work. Many people may be unaware, however, that workers' comp also covers psychological injuries. If you have been in involved in , or witnessed, a psychologically stressful event at work, you should know that your ability to do your job could be greatly impacted by PTSD, and sometimes you are not able to go to work at all. [Read More]
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Pedestrian-Car Accidents: Learn What To Do And Who Could Be At Fault
It goes without saying that hitting a pedestrian while driving can be an awful experience, and in the chaos that follows the accident, a lawsuit or questions over who might be at fault can often be the furthest thing from your mind. While it is true that drivers are required to be especially careful behind the wheel while pedestrians are present, fault for a pedestrian-car accident does not always squarely fall on the driver's part. [Read More]
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Playing Fair In Divorce - Tips For The Courtroom
If your pending divorce is heading to court, this can be stressful and emotional to prepare for. Not being able to come to an agreement on child custody agreements or finances can make both parties angry and sensitive. The one thing you should avoid is coming off badly in court. Here are four tips for preparing for your day in divorce court. 1. A Professional and Conservative Look If you are hoping to have divorce proceedings close in your favor regarding either finances or custody agreements, don't bring attention to yourself by dressing down for court. [Read More]
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Temporary Court Decisions in the Meantime of Divorce
Pendente lite (pronounced pen-den-tay lee-tay) hearings are short-cause or preliminary court proceedings that are held before the major litigation of a divorce case. A preliminary hearing can be scheduled to handle matters of necessity such as child support, visitation and temporary custody, or spousal support. What is decided at these hearings may or may not be kept the same in the eventual divorce agreement. Visitation or Temporary Custody To get a temporary custody order, you will have to show that what you want is in the best interests of the children involved. [Read More]
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Take Care When Driving During An El Niño Fall
With predictions of an El Niño lasting through this fall and beyond, people across the country are bracing for changes in weather. While some areas of the country may be drier than usual, others will experience more precipitation. Preparing in advance and practicing safe driving techniques can help you avoid accidents. Wet Conditions (South and Southwest Drivers) Driving during times of heavy rain can be dangerous. Prepare your car for upcoming wet weather by replacing your windshield wipers. [Read More]
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Can You Require A Seller To Perform Repairs Before Closing?
Before closing the sale on your new home, you have the opportunity to conduct a pre-close inspection. Ideally, everything in the home will be as it should and you can continue to the close. However, if you notice that repairs need to be made to the home, you need to take action before closing. Here is what you need to know. What Are Your Options? One of the first things you need to do is make a list of the repairs that need to be made. [Read More]
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Beyond Safety Issues: Four Reasons For Getting A Restraining Order (that Aren't always Obvious)
Because of the word "restraining," it's reasonable to assume that the only function of a restraining order is to keep a tormentor away from you and your family. That may be the fundamental reason for getting the order, but it isn't the only one. Here are four further reasons for getting a restraining order: Restitution Depending on your state, the court may order your abuser to pay for any damages or injuries his or her violence may have caused. [Read More]
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5 Things Estate Lawyers Can Help With
The concept of estate planning is pretty vague to many of us. So how does this type of planning work, and what do estate lawyers help out with? Read on to figure out some of the common ways that estate lawyers help clients to get the most out of the money that they have made. Gifting One way to deal with laws on estate money is through the process of gifting. [Read More]
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Understanding Divorce And Child Support
If you are thinking about a divorce or currently going through one, then you have a lot to think about. All of your responsibilities can get pretty confusing and overwhelming, especially when children factor into the equation. To help you out, here's the lowdown on the relationship between divorce, child custody, and child support: What are the different kinds of child custody? First, you have sole custody, where a single parent is given exclusive access to the child. [Read More]