Estate Planning Basics
Posted on March 13, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
Benjamin Franklin famously said, “In this world, nothing is certain but death and taxes.”
Unfortunately, you can’t avoid death. But a carefully-drafted estate plan can help avoid
taxes, family conflicts and a lot of unnecessary heartache. The following provides a general overview of the estate planning process, and what to expect.
Why do I need an Estate Plan?
Many of us spend our earthly lives accumulating assets which, unfortunately, upon our death, will not go with us. The top 2 reasons for having an estate plan:
1. So you can transfer your wealth to your chosen heirs, in your chosen manner;
Read More..>>Types Of Personal Injury Lawyers
Posted on March 12, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
If you are willing to claim personal injury compensation and are in search of a personal injury lawyer, you should avoid doing the mistake of choosing “just any” personal injury lawyer.
Every personal injury lawyer is specialized in a particular area. For instance, personal injury lawyers who have been practicing the medical malpractice law for years might not have any experience of handling workers’ compensation cases.
In the field of medicine, there are super specialized doctors to provide a special type of medical care. Similarly, every personal injury lawyer is specialized in a particular personal injury law.
Read More..>>How To Fight A New York Speeding Ticket At The Traffic Violations Bureau
Posted on March 9, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
The first step is to compute how many points are involved with the New York State speeding ticket you have been given.
The following chart will help you figure this out:
1 - 10 mph over speed limit - 3 points
11 - 20 mph over speed limit - 4 points
21 - 30 mph over speed limit - 6 points
31 - 40 mph over speed limit (possible suspension) - 8 points
More than 40 mph over speed limit (possible suspension) - 11 points
Read More..>>Qualities That You Should Look For When Hiring An Attorney
Posted on March 7, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
In the present scenario, an attorney can do much more than just bail people out of jail. Many attorneys specialized in different fields are available now-a-days.
There are certain things to bear in mind when you hire an attorney. You should always select an attorney who you can rely upon. You should feel comfortable with your attorney, and the client- attorney relationship that you both will share should not be intimidating.
Next, you should have a clear idea about what you need an attorney for. You should always select an attorney who is specialized in a particular field, and has a past experience of dealing with cases similar to your case.
Read More..>>How To Become A Medical Malpractice Lawyer In New York
Posted on March 1, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
There’s an old joke that asks “How do you get to Cargenie Hall?” The answer is “Practice.”
The same can be said for becoming a medical malpractice lawyer in New York.
My first boss, a well-known trial attorney in New York, told me one day after an exhausting and productive day, that trial lawyers are not born great trial lawyers. Rather, they must practice their trade day in and day out. Only through experience and practice can one become a truly good lawyer.
Becoming a lawyer
Read More..>>5 Steps To Winning Child Custody
Posted on February 29, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
Child custody cases have become much more scrutinized by the courts in recent years. What used to be an easy win for the mother or primary bread winner has turned into to an intense deliberation process with no certain outcome. Because of this, it has become important for parents to put a focus on preparation before their custody hearing. Here are some basic steps to get started in the right direction.
Choose the Right Lawyer
Read More..>>Bankruptcy Alternatives
Posted on February 22, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
BEFORE YOU DECIDE TO FILE, THINK ABOUT THE ALTERNATIVES TO BANKRUPTCY
Bankruptcy should be the last resort to getting out of debt. It will stay on your credit report for up to 10 years, guaranteeing that you will receive higher than normal interest rates on future financing close to the bankruptcy filing. Some debts will remain anyway such as recent IRS debt, student loan debt and debt incurred through fraud just to name a few. Bankruptcy may be better for someone who has little income, extremely high liabilities and no realistic way of paying those liabilities back within a reasonable time period.
Read More..>>Law Firm Size - Does It Matter?
Posted on February 21, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
There are several ways to determine the credibility and the effectiveness of a lawyer. One of which depends on the size of their law office. Hence, this article will discuss the different benefits that you may gain from understanding the categories of law firms according to their sizes. Being aware of their differences may help you search out the best services and representations that you need in your particular case.
Sole Legal Practitioner
After passing in the bar exams and meeting the other qualifications, a lawyer may opt to practice his profession solely. Being alone in his practice does not necessarily mean that a sole practitioner is not that competitive in handling cases. In particular cases, their services can be beneficial to their clients. These potential benefits include:
Keeping Old Law Suits From Haunting Your Future - Part 3
Posted on February 20, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
Being sued can be an unsettling and frightening experience. However, it you are not careful, it can be a haunting one, even when you win. That is because court records about the lawsuit are available to the public- and in many cases are on the internet.
A search of court records, which is an increasingly common part of background checks for jobs or housing, can reveal details of a lawsuit that are embarrassing or unfairly prejudicial. California law provides some protections from being unfairly prejudiced by a civil suit that was dismissed or without merit, but you often need to be proactive in protecting your good name.
Read More..>>It Is Easy To Copyright Your Work
Posted on February 20, 2008 - Filed Under Legal and Law | Leave a Comment
Your copyright protections prevents anyone from reproducing or distributing your work without your express permission. Copyrights are usually associated within written work, but they can include dance routines, photos, sculptures, or architecture. The author of the work owns the copyright, and you own the work of any employee completed on your behalf by employees.
You do not have to put a copyright notice on your work, but it is recommended to give notice that you are asserting your ownership of the work. An exception for the use of copyrighted work is made for the purpose of criticism, news reporting, and teaching. Copyright protection lasts for the length of the author’s life plus 70 years.
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