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You may think that what you do on your own time should have no interaction with your employment, but the fact is, employers have a lot of rights when it comes to how their employees utilize the Internet for social networking. In some situations, you could even lose your job for posting the wrong status. While many laws are still antiquated when it comes to employees and online monitoring, there are a few laws in place that are designed to protect your privacy.…
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If you are approaching a divorce, or have already found yourself in the filing process, you might want to consider the benefits that would come from hiring a divorce attorney. Could you technically go through the divorce on your own? Sure, but why would you want to do that when there are so many positives that can come from consulting a professional? Take a few moments to review the following three ways your divorce attorney can make things a lot easier for you.…
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If you were running a small errand for the company you work for and were hurt in an auto accident, you may be wondering if they are responsible for paying for the accident.
If they asked you to go and it was something that you were doing strictly for the sake for the company, they should have to pay for the accident and pay you wages for the time when you’re recovering.…
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If you’re injured in an auto accident, you should seek medical attention at a hospital as soon as possible. But after your initial exams and treatments, you may choose to ignore the referrals written by the emergency room doctors for future medical care. That could be a bad mistake.
Once you hire a personal injury attorney to represent you, they’ll want to see your medical records. Every bit of medical documentation you obtain throughout your case helps your personal injury attorney win your settlement.…
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Being injured on the job is a nightmare scenario that needs to be prepared for. Whether you’re obviously impaired for life or unsure of how your recovery will unfold, you need to have a set of safety measures that go beyond cash settlements. Before celebrating a workers compensation package or injury settlement, consider a few conditions that should be negotiated before signing anything.
Percentage-Based Settlements Versus Set Amounts
The easiest settlement path for your legal opponent or the insurance system is to pay you off with one specific amount.…
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Surprisingly, workers compensation laws are not universal. There are multiple loopholes and differences in the law from state to state. A few states do not even require that employers carry workers compensation at all, while others like Alaska, require workers compensation insurance when an employer has only one employee. Not knowing what is available to you in the state in which you live could result in multiple denials without the assistance of a workers compensation lawyer.…
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In some states, you’re eligible to receive assistance for medical care only if your income is below a certain level. If you have income above this level, you might still need assistance. You might not have enough money to pay for medical expenses and your daily needs. If this is the case, you can divert your income to an income trust that takes charge of the funds and disperses them accordingly.…
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When it comes to child support arrangements, even the most well-though out plan may prove unfeasible over time, requiring a modification. Unpredictable life events such as sickness, loss of income or change in marital status of your spouse may affect their ability to pay you the agreed child support, at which point a modification may be needed.
A verbal agreement between the two parents is often best, as it saves money on legal fees and a drawn-out court battle, but if you can’t agree on new child support payments, you may have to hire a family law attorney to help you with a child support modification suit:…
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Car accidents are an everyday occurrence in the modern world, but their frequency does not mean that they are minor incidents. These events have the power to cause major property damage, substantial injuries or the loss of life. Not surprisingly, the legal system has well-established rule for addressing these grievances, but most people lack a sophisticated understanding of this process. Understanding the following answers to common questions will help you avoid some common errors that car accident victims may make.…
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Social Security disability hearings are complicated, and involve several different experts who are critical to your case. Knowing who to expect at your hearing helps you prepare for the process, and makes it easier to understand how your case is decided. With that in mind, these are the three people that you can expect to meet at your Social Security disability hearing.
The Administrative Law Judge (ALJ)
The Administrative Law Judge is the person who will ultimately make the decision on your case.…
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