Domestic Violence: Pressing Charges on the Behalf of a Victim
If you know that someone is a victim of domestic violence, but he or she has not reported it to the police or a family law attorney (or doesn’t want to do it), then...
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It’s not difficult for consumers to find legal resources these days, especially with a variety of online attorney directories and legal advice forums. And while it’s good to have options, what some consumers may...
Do I have to pay taxes if I inherit an IRA?
Inheriting an individual retirement account (IRA) can be a great monetary blessing for the recipient, but it can also raise many questions as to the rights and obligations associated with the transfer of money....
Do I need a real estate lawyer when I sell my home?
Selling your home is one of the largest transactions you will make in your lifetime, so it makes sense that you would want the experience to go as smoothly as possible. While there are...
What is OSHA?
U.S. Employment Laws Include OSHA Workplace Regulations If you have ever been employed, then you have likely been protected by OSHA. If you have ever run a business, then you have likely been regulated...
My partner wants a prenuptial agreement. What options do we have?
The LRIS Explains this Sensitive Area of Family Law When your spouse or partner asks you to consider a prenuptial agreement, you may or may not be comfortable with the arrangement. Fortunately, there is...
How can defendants appeal a ruling in a criminal case?
When you are the defendant in a criminal case (you are charged with a crime) and your case goes to trial, the experience can be exhausting both mentally and emotionally. However, if you think...
What to Do When Your Insurance Policy is Canceled
One of the worst feelings in the world is getting a letter in the mail from your insurance company, announcing that your policy has been canceled during the term of insurance. Whether it’s a...
What Qualifies as Medical Malpractice
When you don’t know if what you’ve experienced is considered medical malpractice, then it can be difficult to know where to begin figuring it out. Med mal is an especially complex area of law,...
What is the difference between child custody and child visitation?
When a couple decides to separate or divorce, it is necessary to legally determine where the children will live, who will have the responsibility to make decisions concerning the children, and how the parents...