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If you made mistakes as a teenager that could potentially hurt your career as an adult, learn from my family's experience on how to help with that situation.

Acting Like Married People: What To Know About Common-Law Marriage

7 August 2020
 Categories: Law, Blog

Despite its waning popularity, common-law marriages still exist and are perfectly legal in a few states. Being in a relationship with someone for a certain length of time, though, is not the only legal requirement for being in a common-law marriage. Read on and find out more. What Are the Advantages of a Common Law Marriage? Even if you've never purchased a marriage license or stood before a minister, you may benefit from being in a common-law marriage in the states that recognize it. Read More …

Can You Sue If You Signed A Liability Waiver?

13 July 2020
 Categories: Law, Blog

Liability waivers are becoming an increasingly common way that businesses and organizations try to protect themselves against injury claims. If you've been hurt after you signed a waiver, you might wonder what your chances of successfully pursuing a case may be. Take a look at what a personal injury lawyer would have to say about the prospects of beating a liability waiver. Negligence, Recklessness, and Malice The main reason a personal injury attorney will consider pushing a claim against a defendant that has a signed waiver in hand is that negligence can't be waived. Read More …

How To Get The Most Out Of Your Bankruptcy Lawyer Consultation Visit

5 June 2020
 Categories: Law, Blog

Reaching a point where you cannot pay your bills and are losing sleep over it may indicate that you need help from an expert. While there are several experts you can go to for financial assistance, one of the best options is a bankruptcy attorney. Visiting a bankruptcy attorney provides you with options and information. If you schedule a bankruptcy lawyer's meeting, it may be helpful for you to prepare for it. Read More …

Assumption Of Risk Defense In Amusement Park Injury Claim

29 April 2020
 Categories: Law, Blog

The assumption of risk defense alleges that the plaintiff knowingly and voluntarily exposed themselves to the risk that caused the injury. The plaintiff doesn't get any compensation if the defense is successful. Below is an overview of the assumption of risk defense with reference to amusement parks. Types of Assumption of Risks An amusement park can use these two forms of assumption of risk. Express Assumption of Risk The express assumption of risk applies if the defendant explicitly warned the plaintiff about the risk that ended up causing the injury. Read More …

What Happens With Medical Bills While Waiting For A Settlement?

18 March 2020
 Categories: Law, Blog

Folks who go to personal injury attorneys often have questions about what they're going to do in the meantime to pay their medical bills. One of the biggest factors that drive the acceptance of settlements is this fear, but most personal injury lawyers will tell their clients to be patient. Here's what you need to know about handling medical bills as you wait: Paying Through Health Insurance The simplest way to address this problem is to have all your medical bills sent to your health insurance carrier. Read More …

About Me
teenage mistakes that could ruin adult careers

My son has had the goal of becoming an attorney since he was about 14 years old. Unfortunately, he made a very poor decision with a group of friends when he was 16 that put his future plans in jeopardy. When my son told me what had happened and we received the citation, I knew that we had to hire an attorney to help him through this. I could not see how a small incident such as this should hurt his chances for success when he is an adult. Thankfully, things worked out for us, but it was a long journey which you can follow on our blog.