2023

Family law matters can be emotionally challenging and legally complex. Whether you're dealing with a divorce, child custody dispute, or any other family-related issue, knowing when to seek the advice and representation of a family attorney is crucial. This blog post will highlight some key signs that indicate it's time to contact a family attorney to protect your rights and interests. Divorce or Separation One of the most significant signs that you should consult a family attorney is when you are going through a divorce or separation.

Accidents involving cars and trucks are unfortunately common. People who suffered injuries in these accidents have the right to demand compensation. However, several factors will affect how much compensation will be involved in the case.  Liability Normally, liability is the biggest factor. Partial liability rules mean the defendant only pays whatever percentage reflects their liability. If a defendant was 70% liable in a $100,000 case, for example, then they'd pay $70,000 in damages.

Documenting a workplace injury is very important. Sadly, it is not enough to simply state that you are injured. All workers' compensation claims will be settled largely based on the documentation that the employee provides. For this reason, it is important that you know which documentation tips to follow. Employer Notification         The first piece of documentation you want to collect is proof that you notified your employer of the incident.

You definitely know the need to hire a lawyer when filing a divorce, car accident, personal injury, medical malpractice, or product liability claim. But did you know you still need a lawyer when adopting a child? Adopting a child is an exciting experience, but the legal part of the process can also be tricky. Indeed, you should work with a reputable adoption agency and prepare your home for the new member.

If you're facing charges of third-degree domestic violence, you may have a lot of questions about your next steps. Even if you have a criminal defense attorney, you may want to know more about the charge. Third-degree domestic violence is a criminal offense in many states and can have consequences that last for years.  It's important to understand what type of behavior is considered third-degree domestic violence so you can work with your attorney to plan a strong defense if necessary.

Do you need to sue a party who was liable for your accident in order to get the compensation you need? If so, you face not only the task of winning a judgment in court but also enforcing it to get the damages paid.  One trick that defendants use to avoid paying those damages is to declare bankruptcy. How might this affect your case? Should you pursue it, or should you make a course correction?