An injury sustained due to the negligence of another party is often examined in personal injury cases. If an individual were to fall down a flight of stairs due to a faulty railing, that individual may claim the faulty railing…
Car accidents often result in some form of injury. In severe cases, the injury can result in permanent damage, or even death. For many victims of car accidents, the knees are often affected. A collision can result in sudden impact…
The law recognizes that there is a natural way to decide who gets to take care of a person and the courts or other state officials don’t have to get involved. Children are cared for by their parents. Adults provide…
Although you may not have custody of your child, if you have visitation rights, then the custodial parent cannot infringe on your ability to see them. Although a custodial parent may attempt to leave the state, or even the country,…
Many couples who get married today are entering into their second or third marriage. These couples often have children from previous relationships, which can make estate planning a bit more complex than for couples who are parents of the same…
If you’ve been considering forming a living trust for your assets, there are many reasons why this decision might benefit you and your family. Not only does a living trust ensure that your assets are distributed according to your final…
A divorce forces couples to make tough decisions, including deciding who will get the dog. Dogs are often a big part of the family, so it’s tough figuring out what to do with them after a divorce. If you and…
How to Pack Smart When you Move The minute you know you are moving is the time to start preparing. Even if the move is months away, the earlier you get organized and start packing, the less stressed you…
A “heart balm” tort is a cause of action that allows an injured spouse to sue another for money damages. The classic heart balm torts are alienation of affections and criminal conversation. Alienation of affections is a lawsuit against a…
Insider trading takes place when an “insider” uses information about a specific security as an advantage when trading in that security. Because the information is not available to others, the “insider” is using such knowledge in gaining an unfair advantage…