Many people know that posting on social media during a personal injury case can damage that case. But what type of posts can be a problem and how? Here are a few examples so you can decide how to handle your own social media presence.
Your Own Posts
Anything you write or post on your own social media accounts can be used against you in court. This includes accounts you may have set to ‘private’, as the opposing lawyers may be able to access these accounts such as pretending to be acquaintances or friends of an account you follow. Read More»
When you are moving from one apartment to another, you may want your security deposit back so you may apply it to your next apartment. However, your landlord might wish to keep the security deposit and assert that you have forfeited the right to the deposit. Whether or not you get your deposit back will depend on the evidence you will be able to bring forward and whether you are working with a landlord-tenant lawyer. Read More»
Children, combined assets, and many other things often comes with being married, especially when a couple has been together for a long time. Unfortunately, no matter how long a couple is able to stay married, it doesn’t mean that they won’t get to the point of wanting to get divorced one day.
Going through a divorce can be difficult, but there is a way for a couple to get through the process in a more civil manner. Read More»
Property taxes can be a bear for many homeowners, and in some cases, the homeowner may fall behind in paying the taxes. While most agencies have grace periods and procedures for things like extensions and payment plans, sometimes the amount is too overwhelming. If you need to sell your home, though, falling behind on your property taxes can create even more problems for you, especially if the government places a lien on your home. Read More»
When you are hurt while you are working, it is important to take the time to fully document all your injuries. Documenting your injuries is important if you need to move forward with a worker’s compensation claim. Proper documentation is necessary if you want to get financial assistance as you work to heal from your injuries.
Thing #1: Make Sure You Document All Injuries on Your Accident Report
First, you need to make sure you document all injuries you sustained in the accident when you are filling out your injury report for your place of work. Read More»
There are unfortunately parents that have babies born with health defects. It happens every day, but if it’s because of negligence, you deserve compensation. Dealing with this whole legal process will be much more manageable to do with assistance from a birth injury lawyer. They’ll help you sort through this legal dilemma in many ways.
Show Proof
To have a good chance of winning a legal battle with the accused party, be it a nurse or doctor, then you need proof of negligence. Read More»
The main purpose of a nursing home is for someone who is elderly or disabled to be cared for in the same loving manner that their own family members would do if the family were able to provide around the clock care. Sadly, that is not the case in some nursing homes. Some nursing homes employ workers that do not have the patience and understanding that is required to be a caregiver. Read More»
Getting divorced can be one of the most difficult things a person can go through. That’s why it’s important to have the professional expertise of someone who understands the process. This is true even for a no-fault divorce. While a no-fault divorce can seem like it would be easy, especially if you and your spouse are amicable, that doesn’t mean legal challenges can’t arise now or in the future if your relationship amicability changes. Read More»
If you are going to set up a nonprofit agency, getting started isn’t necessarily as easy as just opening your door and hanging out your tile. There are things that you are going to have to do in order to make your new agency a success. If you miss one of those things, it could turn around and cause you all kinds of problems in the long run. That’s why you want to make sure that you are doing everything right. Read More»
It’s hard to enjoy life when you have the heavy burden of excessive debt hanging over your head. You smile with family and friends, but in the back of your mind, you are plagued with fears and worries. Will you be able to keep your home? Will your car be repossessed when you wake up in the morning? How are you going to handle the next harassing phone call from a debt collector? Read More»
