2017

3 Things You Should Know If You Are Considering A Divorce

Most marriages dissolve over a period of time. It generally isn’t a rash decision that the couple makes, and usually one person especially is considering a divorce for a long period of time. During this time it is important that you take steps to protect yourself and to make the divorce go smoother if you do choose to divorce. Here are some things you should know about preparing for a divorce.…

How Can You Help Your Fiance Become a U.S. Resident?

Love knows no barriers. If you have fallen in love with someone who is a citizen of another country, and you plan to marry that person, then your next big step will be gaining legal U.S. resident status for your partner. If you and your partner are engaged and plan to be married, there is a distinct set of steps you should follow to help him or her become a permanent resident of the U.…

Tips For Handling Custody Of Your Fur Children In A Divorce

One of the most difficult parts of a divorce will be deciding who gets custody of your children. While pets are not the same as children, many people consider pets to be furry family members with just as big of a role in their lives. With almost 80 million households having a pet, deciding on custody of a pet is something that will certainly come up during a divorce. Follow these tips to ensure that you get custody of your pet.…

What To Know About Social Security And Legal Representation

If you are trying to get your Social Security disability application approved, you are probably in no position to pay a lot of money to a lawyer to help you. In most cases, being out of work because of your medical condition has also created a tight financial situation. If you have been turned down for benefits, it’s advisable to get some professional legal help when your case comes up on appeal.…

Preserving Your License After A DWI Arrest

Being arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol can trigger a series of events that put your license in jeopardy. In order to avoid losing your license, you need to know how to act following a DWI arrest. Here are three simple things that you can do in order to help you preserve your license after you have been arrested for a DWI. 1. Document your arrest.…

How Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Can Be Helpful If Your Wages Are Being Garnished

Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy offers a lot of benefits, but one of the key benefits is that it forces all creditors to stop seeking collections from you. This can be very relieving if you are getting phone calls constantly or letters in the mail. You may not realize, too, that filing for Chapter 7 will typically prevent creditors from garnishing your wages too. If you currently have a creditor doing this, here are several important things to know.…

Negotiating Personal Injury Settlement: 3 Factors That Adjust The Value Of Your Claim

Taking a personal injury case to trial can be tedious and troublesome. 95% to 96% of personal injury cases are settled before the trial. If the opposing party shows interest in settling the case, you and your attorney should sit down and calculate just how much the case is worth. This will depend on the economic and non-economic losses that were suffered, as well as many other factors. This article will look at 3 factors that might affect whether the value of your claim needs to be adjusted.…

How To Obtain And Retain A Liquor License: 10 Tips For Your Complete Success

If obtaining a liquor license is the central aspect of the success of your business, you need to make sure you dot every “i” and cross every “t” throughout the process of being granted that license and having it renewed each year. The following 10 tips condense the information you need to know to get this right. 1. Start The Application Process As Early As Possible No matter which state you’re looking to become licensed in, you’re likely to face a long wait following the submission of your application.…

Common Trademark Confusions That Can Lead To Accidental Infringement

Trademarks are a powerful tool for protecting intellectual property but many people don’t understand them. As a result, they make mistakes that could lease to accidental trademark infringement. Here are two common mistakes that can be costly and how to defend against them. Registration Is Not A Trademark People often mistake the terms trademark and registration and think they are the same thing. A trademark is defined as something that has been used by a person in commerce, mostly as a way to identify their business or their part company.…

Why These Changes Call For An Update Of Your Estate Plans

Many people know the benefits of planning their estates as early as possible in their lives. However, few people know that writing wills, setting up trust funds, and executing estate plans are just the beginning. Life’s changes call for regular updates on these plans; for example, updating your estate plans may be necessary after these three changes: Your Marital Status Your spouse is an integral part of your estate plan—not only by virtue of being your loved one, but also because they have the legal right to inherit from you.…