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Is My Marriage In Texas Legal? -
Abigail Richards (9,854)     
Abigail Richards  
Twitter is running rampant this morning declaring that no marriage in Texas over the last four years is recognized by the state. Why did this all start? According to Democratic candidate for Texas attorney general, Barbara Ann Radnofsky. Radnofsky argues that tricky phrasing in the 2005 amendment... ( added 14 hours 56 minutes ago.) |
The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act -
Crystal O'Brien (568)  
On May 21, 2008, President George W. Bush signed The Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA) into law effective November 21, 2009. GINA protects insurance policy holders and employees from discrimination on the basis of genetic information.
The GINA strictly prohibits employers from... ( added 8 days 12 hours ago.) |
Top 5 Reasons To Hire Dallas, Texas Traffic Ticket Lawyer -
 - JASON KIPNESS (72) 
TOP 5 REASONS TO HIRE A DALLAS, TEXAS TRAFFIC TICKET LAWYER
1. Keep the traffic ticket off your driving record (will keep auto insurance costs down and prevent Texas DPS surcharges)
2. Reduce the amount of money owed on the traffic ticket
3. In most cases, go to court for you
4.... ( added 4 days 3 hours ago.) |
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Exempt v.s. Non-Exempt: Common Misclassification Mistakes -
Crystal O'Brien (568)
In the August edition of the MMC Newsletter we discussed the ever growing area of litigation regarding the classification of Employees versus Independent Contractors . In this month's article we will assume that all persons have been properly classified as employees and the next question to... ( added 8 days 12 hours ago.) |
Contingent Workers: What You Need to Be Aware Of -
Crystal O'Brien (568)
As part of our on-going series of articles focusing on employee versus non-employee classification issues and increased scrutiny by the Department of Labor (DOL), we will now focus on the area of "contingent workers". You have probably heard of contingent workers, but maybe not by that name. More... ( added 8 days 12 hours ago.) |
Effort to Change Virginia's Workers' Compensation Death Presumption Fails -
- jervalaw (785) 
jervalaw
Virginia has a rather peculiar workers compensation law. If the worker is found dead at the scene of his/her accident, the worker's accident is "presumed" to have arisen out of his work. However, if the worker lives for even a few minutes after his/her accident, then the worker does not receive... ( added 14 days 7 hours ago.) |
How to Value a Workers Compensation Claim? (a Virginia Lawyer's perspective) -
- jervalaw (785)
jervalaw
You are injured at work and you are unable to return to that job due to the injury. The insurance company contacts you and wants to "settle" your claim. You wonder what a reasonable value is for your claim? These are some of the factors you need to consider in Virginia. Other states will differ... ( added 14 days 8 hours ago.) |
Tax Lawyers Answer Tax Questions About the IRS, Audits, Liens, Levies, and Garnished Wages -
Grey Jones (81)
Four
Common Tax Questions and Answers: Help with the IRS, Audits, Liens, Levies, and
Garnished Wages Dealing with
the IRS and related tax problems can be anyone's worst nightmare. Once the IRS
has begun to go after you, it can seem that they won't stop even after you
think they have gotten... ( added 16 days ago.) |
Worker Classification Investigations Gain Momentum -
Crystal O'Brien (568)
Currently, one of the fastest growing areas of litigation, including class action suits, is in the proper classification of workers as either employees or Independent Contractors. The dictionary defines an Independent Contractor as "a person who contracts to do work for another person according... ( added 8 days 12 hours ago.) |
Winning Traffic Tickets -
- Kenneth Vercammen (214) 
Too often lawyers throw up their hands when a client presents a ticket involving Driving While Suspended, DWI or Reckless Driving. While defense of traffic ticket charges involving serious motor vehicle charges may become an involved process requiring commitment and persistence, there are a... ( added 11 days 9 hours ago.) |
Dropping Babies Like Crazy: It's Time To Pay Up Son! -
Peggy Butler (4,300)  
Peggy Butler
Young men, young men, to be so open with your sexuality is child's play. But oh to pay, for creating a child, is one responsibility, you refuse to acknowledge. What a pity!
In my travels Down America's Mean Streets, I've met many people. Some of them flickered in and out of my life... ( added 1 year 49 days ago.) |
What is the difference between a Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney? -
Anita Barnum Jennifer Button (22)
A Living Will is a legal document addressing only deathbed considerations; a client unilaterally declares his/her desire that life-prolonging measures be discontinued when there is no hope of ultimate recovery.
On the other hand, people use a Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care to... ( added 1 year 97 days ago.) |
Contribution Towards College Expenses Of A Child After A Divorce -
PRA Law (499)
As a divorce lawyer, a question I am frequently asked by clients is whether or not their ex-spouse is required to contribute towards their children's education now that the couple is divorced? Most often these clients were divorced when the children were very young and college expenses were... ( added 1 year 272 days ago.) |
Equity Stripping in Minnesota -
Richard Train (405) 
Richard Train
Equity stripping is a predatory practice employed by unscrupulous individuals designed to identify vulnerable homeowners that have substantial equity in their property and “strip" the equity in the property from the homeowner. In recent years, this practice has become more commonplace due to... ( added 3 years 96 days ago.) |
Mortgage Foreclosure in Minnesota -
Richard Train (405)
Richard Train
In recent years, mortgage foreclosures in Minnesota have been on the rise. As a result, more than ever before, Minnesota property owners have a need to understand the foreclosure process. 1. How is a mortgage foreclosed in Minnesota? In Minnesota there are essentially two ways that a mortgage can... ( added 3 years 99 days ago.) |
10 Social Security Disability Mistakes To Avoid When Filing a Claim -
jervalaw (785)
jervalaw
In 30 years of Social Security Disability Practice in Virginia, I have seen the same mistakes over and over again. These are the ten (10) mistakes a claimant should avoid when applying for Social Security Disability.
1. YOU MUST APPLY FOR DISABILITY AFTER YOU STOP WORKING . If you stop working... ( added 3 years 301 days ago.) |
How to Avoid Being Stopped on Suspicion of Drunk Driving -
Lawrence Taylor (423)
If you're sober, then you've got nothing to worry about, right? Not
necessarily. The problem with being singled out of traffic as a
possible DUI is that the officer has already formed certain
expectations: He is psychologically predisposed to "see" what he
expects to see -- and he expects... ( added 4 years 11 days ago.) |
Living Wills in New Jersey Law -
PRA Law (499)
Anyone who cares about the feelings of their family members, or their own final health care treatment, should consider executing a Living Will. It has become an essential element in the practice of Estate Planning Attorneys.
Why? A Living Will permits the patient to communicate, in advance... ( added 4 years 34 days ago.) |
Selling Corporate Shares – Be Careful -
SDLawyer (156)
One of the touted advantages of owning a corporation is the ease in transferring shares. In many cases, this assumed benefit is simply wrong.
Transfer Shares
According to “experts”, using a corporation has one bid advantage over other entities. The advantage is the ability to freely... ( added 4 years 36 days ago.) |
How to Conduct Personal Background Checks -
Jasmine Ong (24) 
How to Conduct Personal Background Checks
You want to conduct a personal background check on a colleague, maybe even a prospective mate, but you’re not quite sure how to go about it? Before you spend a fortune on private investigators, you might want to try a little gumshoeing of your own.
... ( added 4 years 55 days ago.) |
Tax Benefits of A “C” Corporation - Funding -
SDLawyer (156)
If you are going to form a corporation, you might be surprised to learn a “C” corporation comes with a lot of tax benefits. While this article isn’t intended to replace the advice of a good tax professional, it may serve to open your eyes to the value of a “C” corporation.
“C” Corporation
... ( added 4 years 85 days ago.) |
California Business Entities – How Long Does It Take To Get Approved? -
SDLawyer (156)
You’ve done your research and have decided on a business entity. You’re chomping at the bit to open a bank account and get moving. You file your corporation or LLC with the Secretary of State and wait…and wait…and wait. Just how long is this going to take?
California Filing Times
The... ( added 4 years 94 days ago.) |
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Incorporating Tips – Capitalization -
SDLawyer (156)
Capitalizing a new business entity is a critical step of the formation process. Failing to take the step can lead to serious legal problems if the entity is ever sued. So, what is capitalization and what steps must be taken?
Capitalizing Your Corporation
“Capitalization” essentially refers... ( added 4 years 103 days ago.) |
Obesity: Can I get Social Security for this impairment? -
jervalaw (785)
jervalaw
Social Security has a set of Impairment Listings. At one time "obesity" had an impairment listing. Thus, if the applicant was of a certain height and weight, then the applicant received Disability. For example, if you were 5'2" and 300 pounds, then you were well on your way to winning a... ( added 4 years 105 days ago.) |
Custody Rights of Fathers in Texas Divorce Cases -
- Tony Bertolino (284)
When a husband and wife make the decision that "until death do you part" can no longer apply to their relationship, there are so many emotional decisions that need to be made. Who will move out and who will stay in the house? How do we tell our families? How will we be impacted financially? Do we... ( added 23 days 4 hours ago.) |
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