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Avoiding Legal Trouble

When was the last time you really thought long and hard about potential legal problems? About a year ago, I realized that I was at a higher risk for dealing with legal trouble because of my reputation and a few liabilities. I started thinking more carefully about how to prevent problems, and I realized that working with a lawyer could be extremely useful. I started talking with a lawyer in my area who really understood what I needed to do to fight the charges, and it changed my entire case. This blog is all about avoiding legal trouble and working with the right lawyer.

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Why A First-Time DWI Offender Should Hire A Lawyer
Are you facing charges after a law enforcement officer caught you driving while intoxicated (DWI)? If this is your first time getting in trouble with the law, you may be able to get a light penalty with the help of a lawyer. Find out below how a lawyer can get you the minimum penalty as a first-time DWI offender, as well as an estimate of what you will have pay for legal assistance.

3 Types Of Documents You'll Need For Estate Planning
While no one enjoys pondering how life will be after they are gone, it is important to ponder how your estate will be dispersed after you're gone. Estate planning is a very important matter, especially if you've got multiple assets that you desire to pass on to your children, grandchildren, or other relatives. In this case, when you prepare your estate for after your death, you are essentially building and adding to your last will and testament.

Finalizing The Divorce: Can You Still Get Custody If You Are Not The Registered Owner?
More and more American households own at least one pet. Dogs, especially, are quite popular, with a population of 78 million living in American households in 2012. Most people consider their dogs as family members, and it's difficult for couples to come to an agreement during a divorce regarding who gets the dog.  Depending on whom the dog is licensed to, circumstances change. Speak to a divorce attorney if you have any questions.

How Gifting Of Assets Is Beneficial In Estate Planning
If you are retired and have a lot of assets, now is the time for you to start preparing your estate. With the right plan, you may be able to help your kids avoid having to pay a lot of money for inheritance taxes, and one of the ways to do this is by gifting your assets to them. What is gifting of assets? Gifting of assets refers to the process that occurs when one person gives another person a large asset.

What's The Difference Between A Pardon And A Commuted Sentence?
Although appealing a criminal case is the most common way people convicted of crimes attempt to have those court decisions overturned, there are other avenues a person can pursue that may also offer a chance a freedom. Specifically, you can apply for a pardon or a commuted sentence. Though these two legal concepts achieve the same goal, they are not the same thing. Here's the difference and what you need to do to pursue either option.

Two Of The Most Common Myths About Workers Compensation That Small Business Owners Need To Know
If you're a small business owner, you know that it can be tough to manage all the legalities that go into running your business. When it comes to insurance for your employees, things can be even tougher to figure out. Most business owners are basically familiar with what workers compensation is, but they don't understand it fully. In fact, many small business owners choose to do without workers compensation insurance entirely.

Pushing For Support From Veterans Affairs Claims
Navigating the Department of Veterans Affairs' compensation system can be difficult, and it may be even harder when dealing with head pain. Whether you're the victim of traumatic injury or suffering an unknown pain source, you need to get some sort of compensation or assistance before the problem gets worse. As you plan your claim, take the time to understand a few Veterans Affairs (VA) claim system characteristics to make your claim as successful as possible.

How To Sue Your Doctor For Misdiagnosis
Medical misdiagnosis accounts for 15% of patient suffering according to the Journal of the American Medical Association. A wrongful diagnosis can cause needless suffering and death of a patient. However, a misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis is not always a case of medical malpractice. Here are some tips on how to prove wrongful diagnosis: Determine If the Doctor Made a Diagnostic Mistake In order to file a claim, you must determine if the doctor was negligent and made a diagnostic mistake.

Considering Mediation For Your Divorce? 5 Signs That It Might Not Be Right For You
If you're trying to maintain control of expenses during a divorce, you may be considering mediation. In the best of circumstances, mediation can keep legal expenses down, reduce the amount of time spent in negotiations, and eliminate the need for a drawn out court battle. However, there are times when mediation is not recommended. Take a look at the list below. If any of the situations apply to you, mediation might not be in your best interest.

You Still Have A Case: Understanding Partial Fault In Car Accidents
A car accident isn't always simply one person's fault or another. Sometimes, blame and liability for the accident can exist between all parties involved. The main problem with partial fault is it can create a legal tangle. It can also prevent you from receiving the compensation you need for injuries and damages. All or Nothing It's easy to believe personal injury lawsuits are "all or nothing" endeavors, but that's inaccurate. Even if you have partial liability in a car accident, it doesn't mean you cannot receive some compensation for medical bills or missed wages.