Auto Accident Law 101
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The Financial Implications Of Receiving Workers' Compensation
Most workers who are injured on the job are able to return to work after a period of recovery. Other workers may not be able to return to work due to more serious injuries. Although the tax treatment of workers' compensation is straightforward, individuals may need to develop a strategy to minimize the effect of workers' compensation on Social Security disability income. For tax purposes, workers' compensation received for a job-related injury or illness is generally not taxable.
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Do You Need Intellectual Property Protection? The Difference Between Trademarks, Copyrights, And Patents
If you are getting ready to start your business, launch a product, or make a short film, you need to be aware of what kind of legal protection is available for your assets. There are differences between trademarks, copyrights, and patents that the average person may not be aware of. Unfortunately, not knowing the law is not a valid excuse in court that can protect you. By understanding the difference between these three legal terms, you'll know how to protect your intellectual property.
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It's Almost Party Season: 4 Steps To Take When You're Injured At A Holiday Get-Together
The holidays are just around the corner. That means it's time to start planning for the holiday get-togethers. If you're like most people, your calendar will be filled with gatherings that you're expected to attend. While you're preparing for those parties, it's important to remember that accidents can happen anywhere, especially when large crowds are gathered. Before you start attending parties this holiday season, take a few minutes to familiarize yourself with some important steps you should take if you happen to suffer injuries while at a party.
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Lawsuits Involving Food Poisoning: What You Should Know
Did going out to dinner recently cause you to become violently ill? If so, you might be wondering if you have a case in food poisoning. The more you know about lawsuits involving food poisoning, the easier it will be to determine if you have a case. You Need To Prove Your Claim In order to win a food poisoning lawsuit claim you will need to be able to prove two things.
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Going All The Way: Reasons Bankruptcy Cases Can Be Dismissed
Going through bankruptcy is hard enough, with the hashing out of your financial and emotional issues. Discharging debt gives you the freedom to start over, but the road to recovery can be long. One of the worst things that can happen is your bankruptcy case being dismissed, or thrown out, prior to your debt actually being discharged. Here are three reasons your case can be dismissed and how to avoid these pitfalls.
After being involved in a serious auto accident with a drunk driver, I struggled heavily with getting the driver's insurance company to open a claim. When the insurance company started pushing back, I knew I needed to do something. I spent a lot of time digging through the laws surrounding auto accident claims so that I knew what my legal rights were. I even talked with an auto accident attorney. I created this site to teach others about what I learned, including my court experience. I hope it helps you to determine how you should proceed with your auto accident case.