It is not uncommon for an individual who is filing a personal injury claim to be required to have an independent medical evaluation performed to assess the injury claims being made. Even the Social Security Administration uses this legal power…
Many states will have a mandatory waiting period in place before the divorce can be entered or procured. This is so in order to allow ample time for any potential reconciliation, and so a divorce cannot be granted on an…
Manslaughter is a crime that has stiff penalties. The crime can apply to situations in which a person caused someone’s death intentionally or unintentionally. Voluntary manslaughter usually includes an element of rage, whereas involuntary manslaughter does not. Involuntary manslaughter happens…
What if you are injured in a car wreck caused by the fault of another driver? Is the other driver the only person responsible? What if the driver has no insurance and can’t pay for your damages? Are you out…
A real property attorney serves clients in a number of different areas. Indeed, the legal repertoire of a real estate lawyer is one of the broadest and most all-encompassing of all in the legal profession. You may wonder under what…
There are several key reasons to register a Trademark in order to strengthen your brand. Below are a few to consider when deciding what to invest in a trademark. First, the benefits of federal trademark registration. Take as an example…
It goes without saying that getting paid for your work is essential to your company. The Brandy Austin Law Firm, PLLC attorneys can help contractors and sub contractors collect on debts owed by your customers. Unfortunately, it is common for…
“Billie Jean is not my lover. She’s just a girl who claims that I am the one. But, the kid is not my son.” Anyone who is familiar with the legendary Michael Jackson remembers the lyrics to Billie Jean. For…
A patent is like insurance. You want to have it in place well before you need it. Unfortunately “creative types” sometimes move forward with business plans before calling a patent lawyer. You don’t want to put video of your invention on…
As a Bloomington IL DUI lawyer I am often asked what are the 3 key DUI defenses. The most important defenses available to a person charged with DUI are that the officer did not have a valid reason to pull you over,…