Restraining orders are unfortunately used improperly in child custody cases as a way for one parent to gain advantage over another. If the non-custodial parent does not act promptly, the restraining order can interfere with visitation rights and can also damage the efforts of the non-custodial parent to gain custody. How the Restraining Order Works When there is an altercation between two individuals and one individual has a bruise or some other injury, the other individual will often spend the night in jail.
An impending divorce can turn your life upside down. Nowhere is this more true than when you are trying to handle the living arrangements during the divorce process. The combination of legal fees and funding a new life can put a major damper on your finances, making it difficult for one party to move into a new home. It may seem like a good idea for both parties to stay in the family home until the divorce is finalized, but should you?
As the victim of an accident with a commercial truck, you are likely wondering about the legal process for recovering your damages caused by the accident. The good news is that you will be able to sue to recover the following: vehicle damage medical bills lost wages pain and suffering The bad news is that it will take your personal injury law firma little while to do some detective work to locate the rightful owner of the truck and the defendant in your case.
Chapter 7 bankruptcy is the most popular form of bankruptcy, mainly due to its ability to quickly relieve debtors of unsecured debt, along with other advantages such as allowing them to hold on to some of their belongings as they escape their obligations to creditors. Filing for bankruptcy gives you a second chance at rebuilding your finances. If you are in pressing debt, talking to an experienced bankruptcy lawyer can help you determine if chapter 7 bankruptcy could be right for you.
Zoning laws refer to the restrictions and regulations each municipality places on the types of structures that can be built on their land, as well as what they can be used for. The United States has had zoning laws since 1916, when New York City passed the country's first major zoning ordinance. Ever since, zoning codes play a huge role in the development of cities. They can, however, also be a big pain for the average home or building owner hoping to make improvements.
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.