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Power of Attorney Abuse - Buyer Beware

23rd September 2009
A power of attorney is used to delegate legal authority to another person. The principal (the person granting the power of attorney) gives the agent, also known as the attorney-in-fact, the authority to make legal decisions on his/her behalf, including ha... Read >
Author: wbdoyle

Ford Rollover Accidents and Settling Lawsuits through Discount Coupons

07th September 2009
A few weeks ago, Ford Motor Co. was embroiled in a controversy after settling the class-action lawsuit by giving discount coupons worth $300 to $500 to complainants instead of giving them monetary compensation. During the 1990s, Ford Explorer has been ... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

I've Been a Victim of Medical Malpractice. What Are My Rights?

03rd September 2009
If you have been injured or made ill as the result of medical malpractice, you should act as early as possible to protect your rights. The rights of medical malpractice victims vary by state, making it crucial that you speak to an experienced medical malp... Read >
Author: Yodle

Legal Fee Primer: What to Pay for Legal Advice

27th August 2009
If you're in need of legal advice, you should educate yourself as much as possible as to what you can expect from your lawyer. This is especially true of legal fees. A lawyer sets his or her fees based on several factors, including: location, experience a... Read >
Author: Yodle

A consumer's Guide to Understanding His / Her auto insurance policy.

03rd August 2009
Automobile Insurance comprises an enormous portion of all the property-liability insurance policies written. In the US alone, just about one-half of all ( private ) property guilt policies ( written ) are for vehicle insurance. The insurance is designed... Read >
Author: Francis Lee

Wrongful Death Issues Commonly Resolved by Lawyers

11th July 2009
A wrongful death claim arises when an accident results in death. Typically, survivors of the deceased victim may pursue a wrongful death claim based on local or state statutes. Wrongful death statutes are unique in every state but generally, they contain ... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Pursuing Your Paralysis Injury Claims

11th July 2009
Paralysis is often caused by an injury in one’s spinal cord or brain, two vital organs of the body’s central nervous system. A damage inflicted on one of these organs often causes the sudden loss of sensation, movement, or other bodily system or funct... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Maryland Mesothelioma Litigation and Lawyer Information-Impotant facts to know

09th July 2009
Maryland is one of the smallest states in the US and it ranks 16th amongst the states in the US for number of asbestos mesothelioma lawsuits filed. Maryland courts and legal system tend to favor the plaintiffs in the asbestos related suits, about 9 of ... Read >
Author: Bello kamorudeen

When Dog Owners Are Charged With a Crime - Part 1

05th July 2009
In previous chapters I discussed Washington state's "Dog Bite Statute" as well as this state's common law regarding the dog owner's civil liability for injuries and damages inflicted by the dog upon another person. These laws give dog bite victims the leg... Read >
Author: Christopher M Davis, Attorney At Law

Determining if You Have a Wrongful Death Lawsuit After a Loved One's Death

30th June 2009
A wrongful death lawsuit comes from a claim that someone died as a result of the negligence or undue action of another person or company. Within it, a wrongful death lawsuit will claim that the deceased’s family members are owed monetary damages. These ... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

Los Angeles Personal Injury Law Firm

30th June 2009
You are going out your way but you have injured due to carelessness, negligence or any wrongful action of other people. Another thing is that accidents are unpredictable and these can happen to anyone at anytime like got injured striking with vehicles, ca... Read >
Author: Rob Bren

Personal Injury Attorney: Why we Need Legal Representation

27th June 2009
Why you need a personal injury Attorney You are injured in an accident as a result of wrongdoing or fault of another person, agency or any other individual and need help to make claim, then personal injury attorney is the best person. Personal injury a... Read >
Author: Rob Bren

Involuntary Bankruptcy- Determine Whether Its Done In Good Faith

19th May 2009
Bankruptcy is a common phenomenon in most countries today. Thousands of individuals and businesses are going to court to seek protection against creditors harassment. This is done voluntarily by the debtor going to court to file a petition. However what m... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu

The Fair Debt Collection Practice Act - How it Affects Foreclosure

08th May 2009
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is a federal law that has been created to protect consumers of credit from abusive actions of collection agencies that are attempting to pursue a debt. It provides important protections for homeowners and put... Read >
Author: Nick Adama

Types of Damages Awarded in Personal Injury Lawsuits

25th March 2009
Personal injuries are probably one of the most common things that happen in our everyday life. If you are involved in an accident or just sustain a personal injury, or someone’s negligence or intentional actions result as harm to you, you are always abl... Read >
Author: Kevn Smith

Wrongful Death Overview - Helpful information about Wrongful Death Claims

13th March 2009
There are four primary elements of wrongful death that must be present if a lawsuit is valid. These elements include caused by the defendant, negligence, surviving immediate family members, and monetary damages as a direct result. Wrongful death law sa... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

How Wrongful Death Lawsuit Plaintiffs Can Get A Lawsuit Loan?

20th February 2009
No-Risk Lawsuit Funding for Wrongful Death Lawsuit Plaintiffs. Wrongful death lawsuit loan or lawsuit settlement advance funding is the lawsuit cash advance provided to the wrongful death lawsuit plaintiffs even before their lawsuit is settled. Lawsuit... Read >
Author: Paul Sherman

Wrongful Death - Things To Know

12th February 2009
A wrongful death action refers to a death that was caused as a direct result of the negligence of another individual, company, or entity. For example, deaths caused by drunk driving, the manufacture of a dangerous or defective product, failing to diagnose... Read >
Author: Mitchell S. Sexner & Associates, LLC

Determining Truck Accident Liability after a Debilitating Wreck

01st February 2009
When a commercial trucking accident involving one or more passenger vehicles occurs, shifting through the wreckage to assign blame can be difficult. That is why utilizing the services of experienced lawyers from a reputable law firm is the best move an ac... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

Learning About Wrongful Death Lawsuits and Understanding Your Rights

05th January 2009
A wrongful death claim is a lawsuit that is filed by the surviving dependents of a family member that was killed due to malice or negligence from an outside party. Examples of an outside party that can be sued include a medical professional who provided n... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry

The Complex Job of Business Trial Lawyers

30th November 2008
Due to the continuous increase in the number of businesses that are built and established nowadays, it is normal that a number of these businesses will encounter legal problems. These legal problems which are not resolved may result to a trial in court. I... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Get the Help You Deserve, Contact Attorney Marc J. Bern

19th September 2008
Marc J. Bern is one of the best personal injury lawyers in the state of New York. If you or a loved one has been injured as the result of the carelessness or negligence of another person you may be eligible to file a personal injury lawsuit. You can file ... Read >
Author: Paul Justice

Save Money By Only Using As Much Car Auto Insurance As Necessary

08th September 2008
If you drive and have a car, of course you need car auto insurance. In any state, it's necessary to have at least liability insurance for both personal injury and property damage. This is your responsibility to carry as a driver in the event you're involv... Read >
Author: Jon Arnold

Something About Medical Malpractice

05th September 2008
Everyone wants to get proper and effective medical care while placing yourself under the care of a medical professional. But regrettably it doesn’t happen all the times. Most of the times people make mistakes which can results in a personal injury or ev... Read >
Author: Aldrich John

Important Details behind Wrongful Death Lawsuit and Claims

23rd July 2008
Wrongful death may be caused by an individual, group of individuals, company or organization who has been proven negligent of their acts. Before the enactment of the wrongful death law, the survivors of the departed victims do not have the rights to se... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Threatened with Wage Garnishment?

23rd July 2008
So you have defaulted on a credit account. The debt collector calls and demands immediate payment of the debt. The debt collector then makes the following threat: “If you do not pay this debt by Monday at noon, we will garnish your wages, starting wit... Read >
Author: gregartim

Protecting Investments with a Limited Liability Company

10th July 2008
Businesses, their owners and investors regularly worry about asset protection. Of course, sometimes, people worry too much about lawsuits and unethical creditors. And, sure, prudent management of a business or investment combined with a good insurance pol... Read >
Author: Stephen L. Nelson

Key Grip in your Wrongful Death Claims

23rd May 2008
Losing someone is a misfortune, a disaster. It causes great pain to the family especially when the unfortunate victim is the breadwinner. It would be a sullen event for the helpless family losing the much-needed finances for their daily consumption as wel... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

Introduction to Negligence Claims

15th May 2008
While criminal trials are the most common, negligence claims are not far behind. So, just what is this claim all about? Well, here’s an introduction to the concept of negligence. Listen to politicians, government officials and the like and you will s... Read >
Author: Aazdak Alisimo

Watch Out For These Items When Purchasing a HOme

06th May 2008
Functional obsolescence factors whether they are within your boundaries or outside should always be considered when buying a home. Functional obsolescence means a material fact it is impossible to eliminate that has significant impact on market value. For... Read >
Author: TerriAnn Ford

Why Benzene Can Kill

16th April 2008
Benzene is a common everyday chemical that has been discovered to serious and terminal side effects individuals. Some indiviudals won't know the severity of their benzene exposure until years later, in some instanceseven 29 years later. Clearly, the he... Read >

Got Engaged this Past Valentine’s Day: 7 Legal Issues to Address Before Saying “I Do”

19th February 2008
This time of year sparks thoughts of commitment, starting a new life and a new family. With marriage proposals skyrocketing on Valentine’s Day, there are major concerns that both parties should consider before taking the plunge. And although some of t... Read >
Author: NYC Family Law Attorney

Your Home Insurance, Your Moving Storage Company and You;

05th July 2007
Your Home Insurance, Your Moving Company and You In the rush of things, we tend to forget the basics. Often than not, we are rendered helpless when the unexpected happens, like fire, an injury or an accident. Getting insurance assures us that when we ... Read >
Author: Markus Skupeika

Your Home Insurance, Your Moving Storage Company and You;

05th July 2007
Your Home Insurance, Your Moving Company and You In the rush of things, we tend to forget the basics. Often than not, we are rendered helpless when the unexpected happens, like fire, an injury or an accident. Getting insurance assures us that when... Read >
Author: Markus Skupeika

NYC photographer says Lindsay Lohan hit him with BMW

21st May 2007
Who could forget the pretty actress who played the main character in popular films like “It Takes Two” and “Confessions of a Teenage Drama Queen”? Shot to stardom as a young actress in Disney movies, Lindsay Lohan is now one of the most photo... Read >
Author: Evander

Brain Injuries and the Statutes of the Law

12th April 2007
Our brain is considered the most vital part of our body; it controls all of our bodily activities that enable us to perform our daily duties and responsibilities. More so, it is one of the most delicate among our organs. Thus, a slight bump in our heads m... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

The Lawyer to Rely On Regarding Road Accidents

11th April 2007
Take a lot of caution in driving or face the discomfort of incurring personal injuries. This note may have come into your ears a lot of times. Although it is quite annoying, still, it is important to follow this advice to avoid being involved in tragic ve... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

The Serious Threats of Labor-Related Sexual Harassment

11th April 2007
The growing number of incidents related to sexual harassments in the workplace is one of the major concerns that the U.S. employment sector is dealing with. In the past few years, thousands or even a hundred thousand of these cases were reported and were ... Read >
Author: Mesriani Law Group

An Introduction to Trademarks

02nd December 2006
In marketing, there is a particular strategy known as branding. In many ways, trademarks are designed to protect your brand from use by others. An Introduction to Trademarks A trademark is a form of intellectual property. Intellectual property is o... Read >
Author: Gerard Simington

A Summary Of Recent State & Federal Appellate & Trial Court Decisions

31st August 2006
REPORTING DECISIONS THROUGH FEBRUARY 3, 2006 PENNSYLVANIA STATE COURT DECISIONS 1. CAUSES OF ACTION 1.1. Civil Remedies For Violations of State Constitutional Rights Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania f Jones v. City of Phi... Read >
Author: Daniel Siegel

Sexual Discrimination Cases- It Can Happen to You

26th July 2006
As a business owner you need to be careful about sexual and racial discrimination cases; it can happen to you. The Civil Rights Act applies to all businesses, and even for small businesses should be kept in mind. What are the laws in these... Read >
Author: Howard Giske

Specific Performance Demands In Real Estate Transactions

07th May 2006
Every so often, real estate transactions can go bad. This often results in one party demanding the other specifically perform pursuant to the real estate contract. Specific Performance Demands In Real Estate Transactions Once a seller and buyer agr... Read >
Author: Raynor James

How Do You Define

29th October 2005
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, and sex. Federal law is broken into two categories: this article looks at Hostile Environment. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 m... Read >
Author: Rhonda Goetz

Is Sexual Favoritism Occuring in Your Workplace?

29th October 2005
Sexual Favoritism falls under the Hostile Environment category of the federal law that governs harassment and discrimination in the workplace. The Civil Rights Act of 1964 makes it illegal to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, nat... Read >
Author: Rhonda Goetz

FACTS ON WRONGFUL DEATH LAWSUIT

03rd August 2005
In order to understand legal topics fully it is of great importance to know the meaning of the legal terms to be used. To start with let us first know the meaning of wrongful death lawsuit. A wrongful death lawsuit asserts that the decedent was killed due... Read >
Author: Jinky Mesias