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Selling Your Home? How A Real Estate Closing Agent Can Help The Process

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If you're going to be selling your home, you know that you need a real estate agent. You probably also know that you'll be working with a title company towards the end of the process. However, you might not realize that you also need to be working with a closing agent. Closing agents help tie up any of the loose ends that can complicate the sale of your home. If you're not sure whether or not you need a closing agent, read the list provided below.

6 June 2022

Accidents Caused By Intoxicated Drivers: Critical Measures To Take And How A Lawyer Can Help

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Intoxicated motorists often cause catastrophic crashes that kill innocent road users and leave others bedridden. But it's not uncommon for drivers to take drugs or alcohol and then get on the steering wheel. Luckily, the law highly prohibits driving while intoxicated or under the influence of a substance, and the offender is handed a harsh penalty. In addition, injuries and damages from a DUI accident are entitled to compensation. But you'll need to work with a lawyer to achieve the desired results from your claim.

5 May 2022

Road Rage Victim? Consider Filing A Civil Lawsuit For Compensation

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Aggressive driving is dangerous, particularly when it's due to road rage. Road rage is a factor in more than half of all car accidents that result in a fatality. Road rage is deliberately driving aggressively with the intent to intimidate, scare, or hurt someone else on the road. In many states, people who drive in this manner can be criminally charged with assault and battery, and victims of road rage can file civil lawsuits for personal injury.

28 March 2022

Why You Should Hire An Attorney When Pursing Recovery In Arbitration Against A Brokerage Firm

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After losing a large amount of money in your brokerage account, you will be able to pursue compensation if you know that your broker is at fault. However, you will not want to pursue this type of claim without first speaking to a securities law attorney. Arbitration is Required  If your broker is at fault for you losing a lot of money, your best option is to pursue recovery in arbitration.

18 February 2022

Why Poor Self-Care At A Nursing Home Can Be A Sign Of Abuse

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When your loved one is engaged in self-neglect, you might be surprised to find out that someone else might be responsible for their self-neglect if they are an older adult. Seniors often experience physical and cognitive decline that prevents them from caring for themselves. When this is the case, those who are responsible for caring for them are also responsible for any lack of self-care. Why Seniors Fail with Self-Care

11 January 2022

3 Key Reasons You Can't Do Without the Services of Truck Accident Attorneys

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Truck accidents are some of the most dangerous types of accidents that can happen on the road. They often involve large vehicles, which cause severe injuries and fatalities when they collide with smaller cars or pedestrians. If you've been involved in such an accident, it's essential to contact an experienced lawyer. Truck accident attorneys are skilled at handling these complicated cases. They'll help you through your case from beginning to end.

30 November 2021

Don't Make These Mistakes Concerning Your Estate Plan

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It's important to have an estate plan in place so that your wishes are carried out after you pass away. Here are some mistakes that you want to avoid when it comes to having an estate plan. Not Having A Will Many of the decisions and property distribution by default will go to your spouse when you pass away. However, you may not want that to happen in your specific situation, or not have a spouse to make those decisions.

18 October 2021

When You Need An Eviction Lawyer

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In most cases, a landlord-tenant conflict does not require external interventions. However, complex issues require court intervention. Should a tenant opt for self-representation, the court assumes they understand the eviction law and litigation procedures. Thus, it makes sense to hire an eviction lawyer who understands the rules and procedures. So, when should you hire an eviction lawyer as a tenant?  When the Landlord Is Evicting You Illegally The laws dictate how a landlord should evict a tenant.

17 September 2021

How A Chapter 7 Bankruptcy Lawyer Can Ensure A Smooth Process For Those In Debt

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When you have debt that seems impossible to pay back with a repayment plan, Chapter 7 bankruptcy is often the best option. You'll want to work with a Chapter 7 bankruptcy attorney when pursuing it because they can make this process run a lot smoother.  Prepare You for Creditor Meetings After filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy, there will be a window of time when creditors get to ask you questions. This is known as a creditor meeting, and it is important to prepare for it correctly.

9 August 2021

3 Questions To Ask A Whistleblower Lawyer

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If you think you have a whistleblower case, then you might have decided to hire a lawyer. Before you choose a firm, you should do some due diligence to make sure you make the right choice. To start the shortlisting process, ask lawyers the following questions. 1. Do They Think You Have a Case? You don't necessarily want to become a whistleblower if your case has no merit. You might expose yourself if your action becomes public.

9 July 2021