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- 4 Reasons Estate Planning Doesn’t Have to Be a Dreary Task - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2018 from Brooke ChaplanEveryone who owns property or financial assets of any kind should have an estate plan for the future. Thinking of when the day comes that we are no longer around to manage our business affairs, it is good to know that everything is in order for loved ones who remain. However, preparing an estate ...
Views: 1833 - 911 In the Dimona dementia ward - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from David Ben-GershonAs I signed into the afternoon shift of my job as social worker in the dementia ward of the geriatric hospital in the heart of the Negev desert in Dimona Israel, there was some uneasiness in the air. Nothing defined - but a feeling of a great impending sadness. The panoramic windows had the ...
Views: 1824 - Everything You Need To Know About Efficient Fraud Investigation Services. - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2012 from K QuinnIn todays business environment, it is not uncommon to come across fraud. The fraudsters are always one step ahead of you in the game too, no matter how hard you try to protect your business. This means that sometimes, a business will employ a company to investigate. You can see below the best ...
Views: 1805 - Finding Your Spouse’s Assets - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2011 from Edward Amaral, Jr., Esq.Some divorces are friendly, while many others are hostile. Spouses in a hostile divorce should be more aware of many things. It is not uncommon for one spouse with greater financial resources to hide his assets, which would reduce the value of the marital assets that are subject to division. ...
Views: 1800 - Things You Need To Know Before Filing Knee Cap Compensation Claims - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Katherine HeiglSometime a knee injury can leave the victim paralyzed for life. Even if the impact is not that much the injury is painful and it may stop the victim from going to work for many days. There are both physical and metal trauma attached to this injury and financial loss adds up to the misery. If you ...
Views: 1799 - Make Yourself Aware of Bullying New York - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2012 from Robert HarnickBullying is one such term that has made its presence all over in a short span of time. Are you also a victim of the bullying and is not aware how to cope with it? Bullying New York brings with it a sense of emotional and physical stress for the ones who are victims of it. Bullying is referred to ...
Views: 1798 - Construction Law vs. Real Estate Law: Differences and Similarities - by Submitted on May 02, 2018 from Harry KarmeliDifferences Real Estate Law The fundamental difference between “Construction Law” and “Real Estate Law” is that Real Estate Law is primarily – seventy-five percent (75%) – determined by a maze of statutes and regulations, both State and Federal, designed to ...
Views: 1787(2 votes) - How to file an Arava lawsuit? - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Jack TaylorArava is brand name for leflunomide. It is used for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. It reduces damage on bone joints and improves physical functioning. It is also used for other purposes. Arava was manufactured by Aventis Pharmaceuticals. It was approved by U.S. Food and Drug Administration ...
Views: 1775 - International Trade Compliance - 9 Principles of Effective Compliance Programs - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from James AnzaloneNext to willful violation, self blinding (refusing to accept information about an export) is the most significant aggravating factor in increasing an exporter’s chance of getting slapped with a major civil penalty from the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). So, what is the best way to ...
Views: 1768(1 vote) - Top 10 Stupidest Laws Ever Made - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2012 from Melissa DavisLet's try to find out 10 the stupidest laws ever made. Some of these laws are ridiculous because of the fact that life has changed a lot since their adoption. Indeed, it is difficult to imagine a husband who is required by law to walk or run with a red flag in front of his wife's car, warning ...
Views: 1731 - How Long Will It Take My Personal Injury Case To Go To Court - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Mae Sta. MariaFiguring out how long it will take for your personal injury case to be resolved, or even to end up on the court's calendar and in front of a judge or jury can be difficult to estimate, because there are a number of factors that it depends upon. However, if you know what the process is then it ...
Views: 1717(1 vote) - Definition: Legal Services - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from Douglas PakMost liberal democracies consider that it is necessary to provide some level of legal aid to persons otherwise unable to afford legal representation. To fail to do so would deprive such persons of access to the court system. Alternately, they would be at a disadvantage in situations in which the ...
Views: 1714 - ESTATE PLANNING - Why it’s right for everyone - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Suzanne QuinnIn her new book, Own Your Life, 7 Essential Steps to Independence, author, speaker and lawyer Suzanne B. Quinn guides the reader through the seven essential steps to personal and financial security and independence. This article is an excerpt from her book, comprising one of the seven ...
Views: 1712(3 votes) - MY BOY SCOUT MOTTO IS MY 2018 RESOLUTION : “BE PREPARED” - by Submitted on May 02, 2018 from Harry KarmeliMy personal New Year’s Resolution for 2018 is exactly the same as my Los Angeles Boy Scout Motto was in the 1960’s : “BE PREPARED.” As stated by Robert Baden-Powell in the third part of Scouting for Boys, the Boy Scout Motto is “Be Prepared, which ...
Views: 1703(1 vote) - What a Couple of Cents Can Do for You When You Get Things You Don't Know About - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Dotun AdewunmiThere are just under seven billion people in the world. Just under seven billion stories to tell. Each one unique. One people habituating this Earth. Every day, those of us who wake up to see the morning, go through our daily lives. The hustle and bustle. The daily grind. Sometimes we in between ...
Views: 1701 - PENNSYLVANIA DRIVER'S LICENSE SUSPENSIONS and D.U.I. Cases - by Submitted on May 03, 2011 from Steven TabanoPennsylvania DUI driver's license suspensions are handled by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDot). The Department has the authority to suspend or revoke the driver's licenses and driving privileges of those arrested for DUI. Driver's License suspensions are not imposed by a ...
Views: 1692 - Are Anti Smoking Drugs Dangerous? Info on Side Effects and Your Lawsuit Rights - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from William HayesIt has become more and more evident that smoking is dangerous and hazardous to your health. Every pack of cigarettes comes with a warning from the Surgeon General. Due to this increase in health awareness, more people are searching for effective means of quitting the habit. Pharmaceutical ...
Views: 1688 - Tips From A Virginia Beach Personal Injury Lawyer On Car Accidents - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from James GarrettThere are approximately 6 million automobile crashes in the United States every year. Approximately 2.5 million injuries and more than 30,000 people die in vehicle accidents. Annually, the rates go up. More and more, individuals are getting injured, if not killed, from car ...
Views: 1687(1 vote) - Essential Skills to Become a Criminal Defense Lawyer - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2011 from Kontou LawIt is fair enough to receive knowledge, degree and pass examination to become a criminal defense lawyer. But, there are certain skills which one need to have other than degree and passed examination results. Essential skills which a capable criminal defense lawyer needs to have are as ...
Views: 1686 - The Quickest And Easiest Way To Collect Child Support Payments - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2013 from Patrick ThompsonMany single parents are looking for the quickest and easiest method to collect the child support due to them. Most reputable child-support agencies will be able to provide you with the same answers to general questions. These questions should entail such topics as their years in business, any ...
Views: 1684 - Is Your Spouse Hiding Assets? - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2011 from Edward Amaral, Jr., Esq.The division of assets and liabilities can be one of the most difficult tasks in a divorce today. Many people commit to marriage without a Pre-Nuptial Agreement or without substantial knowledge of their fiancé’s financial standing. Then when the couple find themselves in a divorce down the ...
Views: 1671 - Top Qualities a Court Reporter Must Possess - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2010 from Shel LeyasdfNeed for skills development to Court Reporter Court reporters hold a very responsible position in the legal system. At some point be in text books all over the world and after all you get to see history being made and every word you write down may. A court reporter's job is to record ...
Views: 1671 - Can I Make Use Of VPN Software For Any Program? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2011 from Michael MaxsteadVPN software has been in usage for countless years. In fact, this popular means of offering protected communication across the Web is one of the 1st sources that came into substantial use when individuals started telecommuting. VPN software permits the customer to utilize the Web as a means of ...
Views: 1670 - Getting Unsolicited Calls for Debt Settlement? - Beware! - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2012 from Melvin SingleterryUnsolicited calls from debt settlement providers are at an all time high and are also getting very aggressive in their solicitation of distressed Americans in trying to enroll them in a debt settlement or reduction program. The Federal Trade Commission has set rules about what can be said and ...
Views: 1670 - How to Measure Snow Load on the Roof - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Rodney OrtonSnow becomes a threat on a house when the buildup is already beyond the loading capacity of the roof. Depending on the density of snow – affected by the rate of fall – and the type of roofing, it can cause significant deflection that increases with the chance of total collapse. However, if the ...
Views: 1666 - Choosing the Right Asset Search Company - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Edward Amaral, Jr., Esq.When looking to conduct an asset search, it is important to carefully choose a qualified asset search company to assist you. The internet has become second nature for the majority, making it easy for someone to create a website that could potentially scam you or provide invaluable information. ...
Views: 1661 - How Chapter 13 bankruptcy works - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2012 from Mark AalamIf you are facing a foreclosure of your home or have had your wages garnished by a creditor or by the IRS, Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be a great way to reorganize your financial affairs. Chapter 13 bankruptcy is type of reorganization bankruptcy, which means you repay some or all of your ...
Views: 1651 - Your Right For A Work Injury Compensation Claims For An Injury At Work - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Vitoria FarrToday, we are living in a fast-paced lifestyle. Being slow and stagnant will lead you to a pit hole. And no one in his normal state of mentality would like to be left behind in an unsuccessful living. As everyone of us crave for power, superiority, fame and a luxurious living we work hard in ...
Views: 1647 - When to Activate Enduring Power of Attorney? - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2012 from Joseph GendronWhen to Activate your Enduring Power of Attorney? An Enduring Power of Attorney is a lawful document where you as the donor, assign an individual of your choice, which is referred to as the done, to manage your financial affairs and assets if you are not capable to perform so because of a ...
Views: 1645 - Why Not Just File a Medical Malpractice Suit? - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Paul JusticeMedical malpractice is a serious problem that one should seek litigation for. Some people may find it very difficult to file suit. Some people do not know where to begin to look for the right representation. Others may feel that filing a lawsuit is too much work. Of course because of the nature ...
Views: 1634 - Importance of Security and Confidentiality in Legal Transcription - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2012 from MOS Legal CompanySecurity and confidentiality are of prime importance in legal transcription. All legal files contain critical information that are not only vital to the success of the legal professional or law firm, but also contain details that could be exploited and used against the attorney’s clients by ...
Views: 1632(1 vote) - BEWARE THE “IDES” OF MARCH !!! - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2017 from Harry KarmeliToday – March 15th 2017 – is the day that Julius Caesar, Emperor of Rome was brutally murdered by Brutus. The assassination of Julius Caesar occurred in the year 44 BC, and ever since, ...
Views: 1628(1 vote) - Your Legal Rights When a Loved One Loses Thier Mind - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from Eleonora InAssigning a power of attorney to a loved one can be a difficult decision because a power of attorney is usually needed when that loved one is losing the ability to make rational decisions for themselves. However, even if assigning a power of attorney may be difficult it is an important step for ...
Views: 1622 - Studying in the land of opportunities – USA - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from Anshul SinghalStudying in the USA is the dream of most students from all over the world, which is why it is the most preferred destination for studies globally. Another factor that draws students to this country is that courses in the most esoteric of disciplines are offered by American universities. In fact, ...
Views: 1620 - The Keys to Creating a More Productive Practice - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2021 from Dr Rick GoodmanIt was once said, that “Quality is never an accident: it is the result of higher intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives”. While studying hundreds of law practices, large and small, in the big cities and small ...
Views: 1607(2 votes) - Lawsuits Claim JP Morgan and HSBC are Manipulating Silver Prices - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Joel SumnerThere have been at least two lawsuits filed against both JP Morgan Chase and HSBC regarding the suppression and price manipulation of exchange-traded financial instruments (“SLV” and “SIVR”) and silver future contracts traded on the COMEX and GLOBEX. The cases are Beatty v. J.P. Morgan Chase & ...
Views: 1591 - Tips to Know When Legal Action Is the Right Way to Protect Yourself - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2019 from Brooke ChaplanPursuing legal action can be a big step. For many, it feels like the point of no return for a situation, the moment when you run out of options. There are, however, situations in which pursuing legal action is not only the obvious course of action to take but also the right course of action to ...
Views: 1591 - STEP-BY-STEP - An Ancient Chinese Proverb - by Submitted on May 02, 2018 from Harry KarmeliAn ancient Chinese proverb says that “the longest journey begins with a single step,” and it’s true. Sometimes the greatest obstacle to attaining your goals is just getting started. “Lao-tzu” was an ancient Chinese philosopher who observed that even ...
Views: 1587(1 vote) - Should You Create an Estate Plan? - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Charles BenninghoffThe reasons for needing an estate plan are as varied as the individuals involved and, it seems, the many myths surrounding the subject do quite a bit of harm. For example, do you have to be “rich” in order to need an estate plan? The answer is, “No”, one does not need to be rich to need an ...
Views: 1584(1 vote) - ***New Laws for California Medical Professionals Starting July 1, 2019 - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2020 from Tsion ChudnovskyMedical license holders in California have a new risk of damage to their reputation to watch out for from licensing board inquiries and consumer complaints. More than ever, Chudnovsky Law is advising licensed healthcare professionals to diligently protect their reputations and tackle consumer ...
Views: 1580(2 votes) - To Sue or Not to Sue? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Edward Amaral, Jr., Esq.It is not always easy to make a decision when it comes to filing a lawsuit against a debtor. Before one can choose whether or not to sue, they should know whether the debtor has sufficient assets to secure payment or if the debtor has existing liabilities, judgments, and liens. The simplest and ...
Views: 1580 - Ethical Hacker Training : Leading Method To Prevent Against Malicious - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Terro WhiteIn an earlier era, it was a widely-accepted practice that the FBI and other criminal or investigative firms would take convicted criminals and "flip" them in order to learn about their methods and how to prevent a repeat of their offenses. Keeping them on the payroll ensured that they would not ...
Views: 1572 - WHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN, SUDDENLY - WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2018 from Harry KarmeliWHEN BAD THINGS HAPPEN, SUDDENLY …What Should You Do? Recently, I had the opportunity to re-read a fantastic book that I had first read years ago: Who Moved My Cheese?, by Spencer Johnson, M.D. You’ve probably heard of this book, because of ...
Views: 1568(1 vote) - The Strategic Ways American Asset Protection Firms Help You Guard Your Wealth - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2016 from Jackson Madix CooperJust one lawsuit could easily wreck your life as a single incident could cause you to lose all of your assets, including your home and vehicles. To avoid this, you need to take precautions to legally protect your assets in the event of a lawsuit. Asset protection firms offer the legal help that ...
Views: 1561 - Major Roads for Car Accidents in New York - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from Tom GilmourCars clutter all the major roadways in New York. Buses, yellow cabs that prowl everywhere, flashy SUVs that that block your view and then there are the rest of us racing to and from city streets and crowded interstates. Manhattan inhabitants stick to mass transit primarily. The busy bees in the ...
Views: 1559 - Anger Management for Court: Important Facts to Know - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Joe JamesThere is no difference between an anger management class for court and one you would voluntarily take. For it to be recognized the practitioner must have a license. A set curriculum must be followed and this would teach communication skills and anger management techniques and other things such ...
Views: 1558(1 vote) - 5 Harmful Credit Reporting Myths - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from John McConnellAs the world rockets toward an all-digital economy, maintaining good credit is more important than ever. With that said, the use of credit cards has increased for everyday purchases, making them a key to participate in online shopping. A 2015 study by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco ...
Views: 1550 - Awareness of Court Ordered Anger Management Program - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2012 from Cullen HartleyIf you have been ordered by the court to take anger Course , then ,it becomes a legal obligation to fulfill this requirement. There are certain compulsory obligations for attending or participating in the Curriculum . The requirements may depend on your state or county in which you live. In some ...
Views: 1549 - 5 Tips to Stay Out of Jail - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2012 from Bailisimo BondoStay safe when going out with 5 easy tips. Getting arrested is an event most do not plan for and can be an inconvenience not only for the person in trouble but their loved ones as well. For someone who likes to go out to clubs or bars knowing what to avoid and how to plan ahead can save time, ...
Views: 1548 - Post-Asset Search Legal Tools - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2011 from Edward Amaral, Jr., Esq.Conducting an asset search on a subject is the first step for businesses and individuals to receive payments that are due to them. Most thorough asset searches cost less than $300.00 and provide existing assets of a subject such as what they own for real estate and other personal assets, ...
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