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  • Proving Your Innocence When Accused Of Theft

    If you are accused of a robbery and you are not the one who had committed the offense, you want to do whatever possible to prove to a court that you are innocent. There are several steps you can take to help prove your case in a court of law. Here are some tips you can use to show you are not guilty of a robbery you are being accused for. Create Your Alibi
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  • Moving Forward From The Emotional Fallout Of Bankruptcy

    For those who are the end of their financial ropes and feel they have no choice, bankruptcy is not the easy way out but is instead a decision born of desperation. Dealing with creditors and stressing over unpaid bills may come to an end once your bankruptcy paperwork is filed with the court, but the emotional ramifications of your decision and the dread of an uncertain financial future can soon cause an entirely new set of problems.
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  • Getting Divorced? Don't Make One of These 3 Mistakes

    If you are getting a divorce, you don't want to make any mistakes. Make sure you get legal a consultation and ask key information before you decide to proceed. If it entails a lot of legal and court related issues, some people will try to work things out. However, a divorce case is never as easy as you think it is going to be. There is a lot involved and you don't want to end up making a pivotal mistake that could cost you in the end.
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  • Hoverboard Dangers: What You Should Know

    Hoverboards were one of the hottest gifts this past holiday season–literally. Several have burst into flames. In addition, they pose a serious risk for riders, who can easily take a spill while playing on the boards. If you or your kids own a hoverboard, how concerned should you be about the risk of a personal injury? This is what you should know. What exactly are hoverboards and why are they so dangerous?
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  • Getting Acquainted With Workers' Comp

    If you got injured as a direct result of your employment, then there is a chance that you could get compensation through workers' comp. To help you get an idea of what's ahead, here are a couple of pointers: How Does the Process Work? As far as you are concerned, the process isn't particularly complicated. After you are injured, you should notify your employer as soon as possible. They will give you some forms to fill out, which will then be sent to the workers' comp provider.
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  • 5 Steps For Filing A Personal Injury Case

    Dealing with an injury can be tough. The challenges of recovering and dealing with the financial issues due to the accident can simply be overwhelming. It may be in your best interest to file a lawsuit against the individual that injured you. By knowing the specific steps involved in taking legal action, you will be well prepared for this process. Step #1: File the complaint and summons The first thing you will want to do is to meet with your attorney and file the complaint against the defendant.
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  • Understand The Difference Between A Factual Disability And A Legal Disability

    If you're a doctor, teacher, pharmacist, or other professional who requires a license in order to do your job, are you able to claim disability insurance benefits if your license to practice is suspended or revoked? In some cases, yes. However, you'll probably have to prove that you have a factual disability, not just a legal one. Here's what you should know. Understand the difference between a factual disability and a legal disability
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  • What Is Wage Garnishment And Can You Fight It?

    A garnishment is a process of legally withholding earnings from a person to repay a debt. Funds are usually held by the employer from a court order such as an IRS debt. If you do not make a court appearance over the debt, a garnishment is usually processed. No creditor can hold more than 60% of the wages. South Carolina, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Texas don't allow wage garnishments from creditors such as credit card businesses.
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  • Unraveling Social Security Disability Law

    No one plans to become disabled, but unexpected medical issues and accidents can leave formerly healthy individuals unable to return to work. Fortunately, Social Security Disability benefits exist to help cover lost wages for those who have gained enough work credits to qualify. Social Security law is complex and requirements can be confusing; having the guidance of an attorney well versed in Social Security law can help clear some of the confusion and red tape associated with the application process.
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  • Potential Complications With A Passenger Accident Claim

    The general assumption with passenger injury claims is that they are more straightforward as compared to claims by injured drivers. This is certainly true in two-car accidents because at least one of the drivers is going to be liable for the crash. However, this doesn't mean that passenger claims are always free of trouble. Here are three things that may complicate your claim as an injured passenger: The Need to Make Two Claims
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