Legal Guide (Page 244)
How to Work with a Jury for a Favorable Verdict
The right to a jury trial is one of the most well-known rights that a criminal defendant has in the United States. Jury trials are also available in civil cases, if they are requested by an attorney. Generally, there are 2 types of trials available: bench trials and jury trials. A jury trial is tried by members of the public who are summoned for jury duty, and the number of jurors can vary,... ❯❯❯
Why Divorce Myths Will Continue To Exist?
In any aspect of human culture and society there are always myths. So what are the most famous ones when we talk about divorce? There are some interesting myths that were listed down in an article in Huffington Post and in some other sites. These include the following: Half of the marriages end in divorce Divorce rate is rising The second marriages are more successful than the first one ... ❯❯❯
A Small Business Owner's Guide to Employment Law & Wages
With the huge amount of informative resources available today, more and more people are deciding to start up new businesses. The recession has certainly played a part in this phenomenon - many workers who have been made redundant see running their own business as a fresh start in their careers. However, switching roles from employee to employer brings many complications, so thought and considerat... ❯❯❯
Harassment in the Workplace: What You Should Know
The recognition of harassment in the workplace has very much been an evolutionary process. Without a doubt, the formal process of filing harassment charges in the workplace has certainly come along way over the past six decades. Thankfully, the federal government's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has put in place stringent policies and enforcements to keep harassment in the... ❯❯❯
Understanding Catastrophic Injuries
A catastrophic injury is a serious affliction that is often caused by an accident. Depending on the extent of the injury, it can lead to long term or permanent disabilities. This not only puts a strain on the person suffering from the condition, but it also can be a hindrance to the family members if constant supervision or special care is needed for the rest of their lives. Here you will find... ❯❯❯
Tax Lawyer vs. Tax Accountant: Which Do You Need?
For many Americans, filing their personal taxes is confusing enough. Add in the possibility of an IRS audit and it becomes a nightmare. So who should you hire when that nightmare arrives: A tax lawyer or a tax accountant? What is the difference between a tax lawyer and a tax accountant? A tax lawyer is really exactly what the name implies: a lawyer who specializes in tax law. This individual... ❯❯❯
3 California Traffic Laws Governing Cell Phone Use Everyone Should Know
Cell phone and driving laws have been featured in news media and blogs since early 2008, when they were first passed. If you are one of the 22,657,288 licensed drivers in the golden state, then you most likely know all about California Vehicle Code [VC] §23123 and its sister laws. Or maybe you don’t. Either way, you definitely should because these are the rules of the road, and you don’t want to... ❯❯❯
I want to Speak to my Lawyer: What to Do If You're Being Booked
After getting arrested, suspects in custody are taken to the county jail for booking. The booking procedure is generally as streamlined as possible to get suspects processed quickly. Depending upon the size and resources of the jail, bookings can take anywhere from one to six hours. During this time you will be fingerprinted, searched and processed. The Booking Process Takes Time The booking... ❯❯❯
Why You Should Hire a Lemon Lawyer
Are there lawyers who specifically practice the Lemon law – Lemon lawyers as the case may be? Yes, there certainly are and these lawyers can provide relief to car owners who purchase cars that do not meet the established quality standards in their individual state. Here are a few reasons why you should consider hiring a Lemon law attorney if your ride turns sour. Knowledge of the Lemon law... ❯❯❯
What To Do If You're Involved In A Road Traffic Accident
What To Do If You’re Involved In A Road Traffic Accident It’s everybody’s worst fear stepping into their car that they’ll be unfortunate enough to be involved in a crash or an accident. Most of us are confident enough in our own driving, but we can’t account for the millions of other road users that we could encounter. When we’re sitting at traffic lights watching the approaching car in our rear... ❯❯❯
