In the state of New Jersey, victims of domestic violence are able to seek relief through the Prevention of Domestic Violence Act (PDVA) of 1991 from a defendant who is at least 18 years old or emancipated and has allegedly committed or has been convicted of committing an act of domestic violence under the PDVA. Although the two states are separate, the assault charges contained in the New York... ❯❯❯
An estate lawyer is a really important person to have on your team. They'll help you design wills and trusts, help you plan for the future, and make sure that your family gets what they deserve. What is an estate attorney? A lawyer who works in estate law is certified by his or her state’s bar and focuses on estate planning and drafting legal documents, including trusts and wills. Because both... ❯❯❯
If you’ve been injured in a car accident and intend to seek compensation, it’s important to know how much your claim is worth. The best way to get an estimate of the value of your claim is to hire an car accident attorney . What is the value of a car accident claim? Many people don’t realize that car accident claims are governed by state laws. These vary widely. For instance, the California... ❯❯❯
In today’s world, living unscathed seems impossible. Yes, the thought is morose. However, when it comes to personal injuries, you never know what might happen to you in the next moment. If you do get into an accident and file a personal injury lawsuit, you will need to have three things in spades: patience, time, and money. Not every case results in a win because there are loopholes that can... ❯❯❯
Divorce is always hard when children are involved, but it’s even harder when there is an international element involved. If you face a divorce in another country, your partner is from another country than your own, or you all live in a third country, the Hague Convention may govern where your child resides post-divorce. Here, we take a closer look at the Hague Convention and what it means for... ❯❯❯
Image courtesy to www.unsplash.com Legal transcription is the task of generating written legal documents from video and/or audio recordings. A person who does this job is called the legal transcriptionist. He or she listens to those audio or video recordings and types down the spoken words, producing a legally valid document. One important distinction to remember is that a legal transcriptionis... ❯❯❯
Having the right criminal defense lawyer representing you when faced with a criminal charge is very important. This is because hiring an excellent lawyer is very useful in creating the best possible defense and win the case. Aside from that, getting the best defense attorney assures that you will be represented well in court. So, if you are currently facing a criminal charge, it is best that you... ❯❯❯
If you have been in a serious accident and you are now recovering, you might want to start thinking about whether there is anything you can get out of it. I know that compensation is probably not the first thing that crosses your mind after you’ve been injured, but the truth is that it should be one of the things that you’ll think about. After all, if there is a chance that you can get properly... ❯❯❯
Losing a loved one to wrongful death can be such a traumatic and challenging experience. Understandably, some will not consider hiring a wrongful death attorney as the next best step. However, if you are dealing with death due to someone else’s negligence, you need professional help to hold them liable for your loss. Among other cases filed, wrongful death lawsuits can be one of the most... ❯❯❯
Just like any other legal procedure, bankruptcy is supposed to be a complicated issue with negative, as well as, positive consequences. Anybody thinking of opting for bankruptcy may consider the probable consequences before filing for bankruptcy. Remember that bankruptcy may not be the last resort; however, it seems to be a serious step that may have several implications. At the same time, most... ❯❯❯