2015

How To Pull Off Bankruptcy Gracefully

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You may see bankruptcy as a final defeat, but if you are able to quickly rebuild yourself after a bankruptcy, it can be one of the best financial decisions you make. Here are some tips on how to complete a bankruptcy with success.  Choose the Right Type of Bankruptcy If you're not sure whether to choose between chapter 13 and chapter 7 bankruptcy, then a bankruptcy attorney, like those at FactorLaw, is your best resource.

14 July 2015

Make Certain You Know How To Recognize Nursing Home Neglect

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A countless number of families decide to place their loved ones in nursing homes each day. Generally, this decision is reached when the family is unable to provide the level of care that their loved one needs. They place their complete trust in the nursing facility that they will be able to meet these needs. Some families discover the nursing home is hurting their loved one, more than they are helping them.

25 June 2015

Faqs About The Divorce Agreement

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Your divorce agreement is a document that covers every aspect of your and your partner's end to the marriage. The agreement becomes part of your final divorce decree when the process is finalized. Here is what you need to know about the agreement.  Who Creates the Agreement? Ideally, you and your spouse will create the agreement. Both of your attorneys will help you draft a proposed agreement. The initial agreement is usually considered to be a point from which you can negotiate.

11 June 2015

Three Reasons To Use A Patent Attorney Before You File

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The time to consult with a patent attorney is before you file your patent. This is opposite of what most people do. They file their patent, and once it is approved, they do not bother to consult with an attorney until they have a problem with the patent office The main problem with this is that it may be too late for an attorney to help you. It is quite possible that during the filing process you made one or more mistakes that make it impossible for a patent to be granted.

28 May 2015

3 Stages Of Divorce Mediation

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Mediation is considered to be one of the better methods for working through the division of assets and other marital issues during a divorce. It can take time though. To better help you understand mediation, it is important that you know the different stages involved.  Introductory Stage The mediator knows nothing of your marriage or divorce. In order to help you and your spouse reach a compromise on how to dissolve your marriage, the mediator needs to gather information from both of you.

12 May 2015

Can The Police Interrogate Your Child?

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As a parent, you might question the legality of the police questioning your child about whether or not he or she was involved in a crime. Just like adults, your child has rights when it comes to being questioned by police. If your child has already been questioned or is facing questioning, it is important that you and your child understand his or her rights. Voluntary Statements The police has the right to approach your child and ask him or her questions.

22 April 2015

What To Do If You Receive A Patent Demand Letter

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If you are selling a product as part of your business sales and you receive a letter demanding you pay patent fees, you will want to take the necessary steps in order to avoid being sued or being swindled. Patent demand letters are a serious accusation that should be handled with the assistance of a business attorney, like Robert L Lilley Co Lpa. Here are some points to take in consideration if you should receive a patent demand letter of your own.

13 April 2015

Three Common Legal Mistakes That Small Businesses Made

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In most small businesses, the owner and/or manager wears a number of hats, from human resource director to chief salesperson to problem solver. Sometimes, he or she has training in those fields, but often he or she is a good manager and/or salesperson with little legal or HR training. That can get a business owner into trouble and cause him or her to make unintentional legal mistakes. Avoid the most common of these by keeping these top three legal mistakes in mind.

31 March 2015

What You Should Know about Mineral Rights

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When you own property, you should be aware of exactly what property rights you have. In some cases, this may include mineral rights, which has to do with any minerals that exist under your land, such as oil. If someone has confronted you and mentioned they want to drill under your land, you will need to know about mineral rights and whether or not you own rights to the minerals underneath your property.

24 March 2015

The Potential Benefits Of Trying Kids In Adult Courts

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Many people agree that children should not be tried in adult courts. There are many reasons for this; for example, convictions in adult courts usually result in stricter sentences and may make a child serve time in an adult prison. However, if you fail to keep your child's trial to a juvenile court, then you may root for or take solace in these advantages of trying minors in adult courts.

12 March 2015