Legal Guide (Page 3)
Understanding Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is best described as the infliction of physical, emotional, psychological, or sexual harm by a person with whom you have a close relationship. Verbal forms of abuse, like threats, also count as domestic violence. Another form of domestic violence is financial abuse. Financial abuse restricts individuals from accessing their finances or leading financially independent lives.... ❯❯❯
Douments That Can Help Your Personal Injury Case
As a victim of a personal injury incident, you may experience a whirlwind of emotions. You may feel despair, what you are going through is unfair, you did not ask for it. It may feel as though your life has been turned upside down. In such troubling times, its best not to give up. While the situation may be understandably difficult, its not the end of the road. By following a well-laid out... ❯❯❯
Relationship between US Adult Deaths and Excessive Alcohol Use
There has been a steady and alarming increase in DUI deaths in recent years. However, the recent study of the JAMA Network Journals of the American Medical Association gives a specific number. According to the article published, an estimated 20.3 percent of deaths of adults between twenty and forty-nine are caused by alcohol use. Furthermore, the study established that greater implementation of... ❯❯❯
Understanding Personal Injury Lawyers: Their Tasks and Responsibilities
Sustaining injuries and damages in an accident due to another party's negligence can be a traumatic experience. Not only do you have to cope with physical pain and emotional distress, but also the financial burden of medical bills and potential loss of income. In such cases, it is wise to seek the guidance of a personal injury lawyer. These attorneys can help you navigate the challenging legal... ❯❯❯
Helping Your Child Deal With Your Divorce
Divorce is a challenging, stressful, and confusing event for all the people involved–and that is not talking about the couples alone. Your children are going through twice the pain, stress, and sadness you are witnessing. The worst part is that, unlike you, they do not know how to deal with it. As you nurse the wounds left by the separation, you also want to nurse your children. This article... ❯❯❯
Reasons Why Lawsuits Take So Long
Personal injury issues and other lawsuits take varying amounts of time to settle. While some are straightforward, others are complex and take more time to resolve. Sometimes, such issues take years to resolve. The extent of a plaintiff's harm and treatment plays an essential role in a personal injury lawsuit's duration. However, no civil lawsuit can escape similar legal processes. This... ❯❯❯
Unexpected Road Hazards: Steps to Take When You’re the Victim
There’s a saying that goes, “Into every life, a little rain must fall.” Despite our best efforts and intentions, unforeseen challenges can arise. On the road, this truth is clear: even the most conscientious drivers, those who diligently follow traffic regulations, adhere to speed limits, and shun distracted driving, can find themselves in accidents. More often than not, these mishaps aren’t... ❯❯❯
How to Change Your Name or Your Child's Name Following a Divorce
Marriage is the culmination of love. In many cases, a spouse may drop their surname and replace it with the other spouse’s name after marriage. This can become a permanent name change that symbolizes the unity between two parties. Unfortunately, what many people believe will be their happily ever after never materializes as married couples fall out of love. Data from the Census Bureau show that... ❯❯❯
Understanding Punitive Damages in Personal Injury Lawsuits
In an ideal world, we would all interact reasonably and mindfully, upholding our duty of care towards each other. Unfortunately, reality often falls short of this utopia. At times, negligence overshadows duty, leading to accidents and harm. Thankfully, the framework of Tort Law provides a legal recourse for those wronged by such negligent actions. This blog post will analyze punitive damages.... ❯❯❯
Understanding Injuries and Fault in Head-on Collision Accidents
According to the Insurance Information Institute, head-on collisions accounted for over ten percent of fatal motor vehicle accidents in 2020. These crashes caused more than 3,631 deaths and thousands of injuries in the same year. Head-on collisions are undoubtedly one of the most serious crashes, especially at high speeds. They occur when vehicles moving in opposite directions strike each other... ❯❯❯
