2015

Your Digital Legacy: Does Your Will Address Your Online Accounts?

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Estate planning can be a complicated business, but there's one area that's frequently overlooked: internet accounts, including access to the deceased's social media pages. However, one social media giant recently made news with a policy that now allows people to bequeath their accounts (or have them deleted) after death. The move has helped focus attention on a complicated problem. Not All States Have Laws Addressing Digital Assets. In 2014, the Uniform Fiduciary Access to Digital Assets Act  (UFADAA) was approved by the Uniform Law Commission.

5 March 2015

What To Do When You Fall In A Grocery Store

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Going grocery shopping is something you likely do all the time, and you never expect to run into any danger while within the store's walls. When you fall on the property, however, be it due to liquid on the floor, overcrowded aisles, or an uneven parking lot, you can land in a lot of medical and financial problems. Learn what to do when you fall in a grocery store, so you can get the assistance you need.

23 February 2015

How's My Slip And Fall Ice Case? 4 Things That Can Make A Big Difference

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Slip and fall accidents are a significant component of personal injury law, and many of these cases involve snow and ice, and the outdoor elements. So how do lawyers assess these cases, and what types of things have an impact on legal outcomes? Check out these frequent indicators in a slip and fall personal injury case that centers around slick and treacherous ice in public places. Types of Ice Buildup

11 February 2015

How Shooting Ranges Could Cut Down On Firearm Rental Liabilities

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The United States has experienced renewed enthusiasm in recreational shooting. Firing ranges frequently offer inexpensive gun rentals to those who are interested in spending an hour "putting holes in paper." Since firearms do present a danger to the shooter and anyone else in the range, the proprietor should take extra precautions, or else he/she could end up in civil court. Avoid Flimsy Defenses A common policy at firing ranges is to only rent to someone who also brings a gun he/she owns to the range.

5 February 2015

How To Drop A Bogus Speeding Ticket From An Accident

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If you were in an auto accident and the police officer gave you a speeding ticket without knowing if you were speeding or not, hire a lawyer to fight the ticket. It's bad enough you are already dealing with the cost and the injuries from the accident, but you shouldn't have to get points on your license as well. If you are almost positive you weren't speeding during that time, there are a few ways you may be able to prove your innocence.

28 January 2015

Injured On The Job: 2 Facts You Need To Know

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If you suffer an injury on the job, you may be entitled to workers compensation benefits to help cover the cost of your medical bills and allow you to pay your other financial obligations while you are out of work. Unfortunately, if you are like far too many injured workers, you may choose to never pursue these benefits due to a belief in common myths. Below, the truth about these myths will be exposed as you learn about two of the most important facts concerning your workers compensation claim.

23 January 2015

Have You Been Accused Of Identity Theft? What To Do

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There are several ways people could commit identity fraud, and there are many reasons people may use for doing so. This type of offense makes its targets feel violated and causes them to have trust issues, so it is not a victim-less crime. If you have been accused or charged with committing such a violation, it could ruin your reputation, damage personal relationships, seriously affect your employ-ability, and could result in incarceration, so you should not take it lightly.

16 January 2015

The Advantages And Disadvantages Of A Structured Settlement

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If you've hired a personal injury lawyer to handle your personal injury lawsuit, there's a good chance that your case will never go to trial because the defendant, or their insurance company, offers a settlement. The two most common types of settlement options include lump-sum settlements and structured settlements. It's important to talk to your lawyer to decide what option will be the best solution for your case. What is a Structured Settlement?

8 January 2015