After a car accident, victims may be able to increase their compensation by taking certain steps, and a personal injury lawyer can play a crucial role in assisting with these efforts. Below are some ways that victims can work towards increasing their compensation with a personal injury lawyer's help. Gathering evidence: A personal injury lawyer can help gather and preserve evidence related to the accident. This may include obtaining police reports, gathering witness statements, analyzing photographs or videos of the accident scene, obtaining surveillance footage, and collecting any other relevant documentation or evidence.
28 June 2023
Child custody arrangements refer to the legal and physical custody of a child after a divorce or separation. There are several types of custody arrangements, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. Sole physical custody: This is when one parent has the primary responsibility for the child's physical care. Advantages: Provides stability and consistency for the child Can be easier to make decisions for the child's upbringing May be appropriate if one parent is unfit or unable to care for the child Disadvantages:
16 May 2023
Motorcycle accidents have more devastating consequences than other vehicular accidents since motorcycles don't have features such as a protective body and airbags to reduce the impact of an accident. Unfortunately, what most people think of when filing a claim for a motorcycle accident is recovering the medical expenses incurred due to the accident, ignoring other long-term effects. That's understandable because such accidents result in huge medical bills that may overwhelm your family.
11 April 2023
While going through a divorce, you likely can't wait to move out of the same home as your spouse. However, moving out can affect your ability to receive custody if you have kids. The courts are more likely to award custody to a parent living with the children unless there is a reason to do otherwise. Why Your Living Arrangement Matters One of the family judge's goals is to avoid disrupting each child's life as much as possible.
1 March 2023
You can apply various strategies and use different documents when planning your estate. Significantly, a legal advisor can help you choose the most appropriate ones for your situation. For example, they can recommend that you include a will in your estate planning. In addition, they will assist you in choosing the type of will that'll enable you to accomplish your desired results. Below are some of the wills your wills attorney may advise you to consider when planning your estate:
25 January 2023
If someone in your family has recently passed away, it is possible that their estate is going to go through the probate process. However, this process does not always go smoothly, since some problems can come up along the way. Here are a few of those common problems that you may run into during probate. Validating The Will A potential problem can arise if family members believe the will being used during probate is the actual will.
20 December 2022
It's only natural for a hurt worker to reconsider how they earn their living after a work-related accident. They may want to switch gears and find a less-dangerous job, one that is less physical, or one that won't result in an injury again. If a hurt worker is benefiting from their employer's workers' comp plan, though, they are right to wonder how taking a new job could affect them. Read on and learn more.
10 November 2022