As much as we like to believe there’s hope for humanity, the prevalence of crimes cannot be denied. Thankfully, science has advanced to the point that we can test evidence to prove a suspect’s involvement beyond a reasonable doubt. It’s an exciting field, and it’s not surprising if you would like to learn the basics …
A divorce lawyer will give you proper legal advice and will represent you in court. Unfortunately, the lawyer who served as the mediator during the mediation process cannot represent you or your partner in a divorce trial. You may want to get referrals from family and friends when looking for a divorce attorney. The Burnham Law …
Having squatters on a property is something that every landowner dreads. Managing a vast property and its tenants is difficult enough; contending with trespassers and squatters is an additional headache. Landowners would naturally want to make the most of their property and rent them to paying tenants or develop their land for commercial purposes, after …
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Dogs are man’s best friends. However, no matter how much people love them, they may still attack after being provoked or while trying to defend their territory. Ignoring dangerous dog warning signs can also lead to them turning vicious. Below is a legal overview for seeking legal recourse after being attacked by a dog. What …
The New York State Bar Association has about 72,000 members with about 66 percent male and 33 percent female. If you are looking for lawyers in New York, here are some of the qualities that you should be looking for. 1. Great Communication Skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, is one of the …
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Having a criminal record is not good. Even if you only committed a minor offense, such as shoplifting, you have a permanent black mark on your public record. This can affect your chances of finding a job, getting a loan, or qualifying for affordable housing. Unfortunately, New York does not allow expungement. If you committed …
Believe it or not, there are people who choose to plan for the possibility of being incapacitated in the future — whether through a mental problem or illness that would hinder their capacity to make sound decisions for themselves. In Australia, the most common safeguards for this potential scenario include living wills, enduring guardianship, and …
The Basics: Living Will, Enduring Power of Attorney, and Enduring Guardianship Read More »
Spousal support, along with other legal family matters, can be peacefully settled by both parties. However, significant issues like this usually need professional help by a compassionate lawyer who considers the best interest of both parties and the family. According to Smith Horton Law, the importance of seeking professional help comes in when a legal …
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The law generally holds drivers of commercial vehicles to a higher standard than drivers of non-commercial vehicles. The main reason being is that commercial drivers are required to drive bigger vehicles, for long distances in extended periods of time, usually carrying precious or hazardous cargo. Due to these reasons, commercial drivers license (CDL) requirements in …
Based on figures from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, approximately 1.05 million people migrated to the country and were given permanent residence status in 2015. Despite the recent immigration issues, many people come to the U.S. to relocate every year. If you’re planning to do the same, you need to ask yourself some questions …
