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Article 'Wrongfully accused of shoplifting? Are you aware of all your rights?'- Steven J. Pisani
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Buildings, Condo & Co-op Creating successful house rules for condo and co-op buildings
Creating effective co-op and condo house rules is an essential part of maintaining harmonious community living. Rules are similar to regulations that are typically created and modified by the organization's board of directors. The best house rules strike a fair balance between protecting the... -
Buildings, Condo & Co-op Building Compliance Best Practices Checklist for Owners and Board Members
Property owners are the party ultimately responsible to know, address and pay for building compliance requirements in each jurisdiction, such as with the New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) in New York City. Board members take the responsibility to ensure that they, or an experienced... -
Court System Court Interpreters: Who They Are and Why They’re Important for US Courts
Courtroom interpreters play a crucial role in ensuring that the US justice system is able to serve the needs of individuals with low English proficiency. Census data in the past decade has shown that the number of LEP individuals in the United States has reached 25 million, making court...
Nursing home abuse is unfortunately a growing problem for elderly and aging people. The following article provides answers to common questions regarding abuse and neglect that occurs in nursing homes and old age facilities.
What is nursing home abuse? What is nursing home neglect?
Adults who...
When several different criminal defendants are facing charges arising from the same crime and are all represented by the same criminal lawyer, those defendants have “joint representation.” These defendants, known as “co-defendants,” are “joined” together in their defense. While it may seem...
Can popular song titles and music lyrics be used in the sale of merchandise, such as on a t-shirt or bumper sticker? This article will explore the legal rights associated with using movie titles, song titles and lyrics in connection with the sale of a product by someone other than the originator...
In bankruptcy law, there are levels of priority for which claims against a debtors assets are paid. Some debt claims may have priority over others. The most powerful of all debt claims in bankruptcy is the superpriority claim.
If you are new to bankruptcy claims, let’s define the terms that are...
Before hiring a lawyer, it is most important to ask good questions to ensure you are choosing the right person for help with your legal issue. This article provides tips on how to find lawyers to interview and a list of questions to ask them.
How to Find and Select Lawyers to Interview
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The decision to hire a lawyer can be expensive. But in some situations, you can make matters much worse if you try to do it yourself instead of using professional legal help. This article will help you identify those legal problems which you might be able to handle yourself from others where it...
There are different types of legal fee arrangements used when hiring a lawyer. It is important to distinguish between them in order to understand what is fair and appropriate. Understanding legal fees and retainer agreements is also essential to managing billing expectations and will help you...
The cost of legal services involves two components – a fee for the lawyer’s time worked on a case and the additional related costs and expenses. Even if a lawyer is retained on a contingency fee (where a client only pays for legal services only after winning a case), the client is still...
The following article will explain what a state bar association is and how to contact the bar association in your state. Bar associations are usually a good place to find general information about how the court system operates in your state and local community.
What is a bar association?
A bar...
Anesthesia refers to the medical practice which temporarily removes bodily sensation and pain. Despite medical advances in the use of anesthesia, complications can still arise during surgery and may cause injury and sometimes death in severe cases. In some instances, these accidents could have...
An arrest warrant is a legal document issued by a criminal court which enables police officers to arrest and hold a criminal suspect. This article will explain how a case begins with a criminal complaint, is followed by the issuance and execution of an arrest warrant and also covers matters...
A patient who is prematurely discharged from a hospital emergency room (“ER”) can suffer severe consequences. A medical professional who acts with negligence in the course of treatment in the ER can be liable for medical malpractice. This article will help you understand and identify negligent...
The crime of robbery is a felony offense and is considered much more severe than misdemeanor crimes such as disorderly conduct and public intoxication. Robbery is also defined as larceny or the taking of the property that belongs to another person through the use of force or threat of force...
In many states, the use of a cell phone while operating a motor vehicle is prohibited. If you were involved in a car accident while using a cell phone, you may have liability even if you believe you were not at fault. In states where cell phone use while driving is prohibited, monetary fines and...
Road hazards are a common cause of motorcycle accidents. Liability for a motorcycle accident will depend upon the circumstances and type of hazard and determine whether you or a third party may be ultimately responsible for damages caused by the accident.
Common Hazards Motorcyclists Encounter...
Supplemental Security Income or SSI is a Federal assistance program that makes monthly payments to help people of limited means who are blind, disabled or of senior age. This article will help you determine your eligibility for SSI disability benefits payments.
Eligibility for SSI Disability...
This article will guide you through finishing the process of setting up a company and beginning the actual operations for a new business. It follows the preliminary steps you must take, covered in The Planning Stage and Registration & Incorporation, the first two articles in the "Starting a...
This article will guide you through the process of registering and incorporating a new business. It follows the preliminary steps you must take before registration, covered in Starting a Business Checklist: The Planning Stage, the first article of our series of three "Starting a Business"...
Good planning is critical for the success of any entrepreneur. This article, the first of three in the “starting a business checklist” series, will guide you through the initial stage of starting a new business. After you are finished planning your business with this information, you'll be able...
Winning a car accident lawsuit is more than just hiring a good car accident lawyer - it's about knowing how to collect and preserve vital evidence to prove your case and leverage a superior settlement offer. This article will provide you with tips and best practices that will significantly...