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Ohioans can appeal, and sue, their insurance when medical treatment is denied

The steps to take and places to turn when you’re innocent in Oregon

What to do if you disagree with the Department of Labor and Industries

A legal overview of re-zoning, variances and conditional use permits in Rhode Island

And how they can help the injured, disabled, and persons with special needs in North Carolina

And what can you argue in your defense if you violate parole?

What they are and how they work in Texas

How to set up a charitable trust in Oregon

When can you file suit against law enforcement in North Carolina

General damages, lost wages, medical bills and more in Washington personal injury cases

The penalties you face and arguments for innocence in Oklahoma

How support payments and legitimate need are calculated in South Carolina

What the law says for Maryland policyholders who feel wronged

The ins and outs of a 1031 tax exchange in Upstate New York

An overview of the Anti-Kickback Statute and Stark Law for physicians in Colorado

What happens if a 65+ homeowner doesn’t pay them? (Hint: They don’t go away.)

No injury suits, no pain and suffering: Workers’ comp is the only remedy

Automotive, livestock, unlimited homestead and other debtor options

Consider a public adjuster assessment and legal counsel

Meal and rest time requirements for Alabama employers

It’s a protected status, making discrimination illegal for any business

Do I need a tax fraud attorney or was it a simple mistake?

What a white-collar criminal could face for committing it

Advice from a Florida securities fraud attorney

An overview of these filings and reorganizations for Florida businesses

What to do in Ohio if you chose the wrong loved one

Pennsylvania product liability law and how to recover compensation

The collection process, payment options, compromises, and how an attorney can help

A Maryland personal injury liability primer

An overview of the types within which you might place your assets

An overview of the laws meant to protect you, and how a lawyer can help enforce them

Weighing the pros and cons of this form of bankruptcy in Illinois

Some things New Jersey entrepreneurs need to know

The legal steps to consider taking in Georgia

Breaking down the laws, statutes, and ramifications

In Washington state, damages are often awarded to the child, sometimes in a trust

The state has five classifications for BUI

Mass torts vs. civil suit: What you stand to gain in Maryland

How to file and what to consider when you’re injured at work in Ohio

The steps to take when fighting back against insurers in Colorado

How the Consumer Protection Act covers crowdfunding in Washington

What is allowed by law when the U.S. government detains you

How to apply for rezoning, variances and conditional use permits in Illinois

What business owners should know about renting real estate

The compensation exemptions for overtime in Illinois

An overview of the SEC forms required to avoid charges of fraud

A legal guide for Pennsylvania business owners

Who needs to do what in New Jersey

Legal remedies for a New York business victimized by data theft

Oregon’s vocational rehabilitation system prepares you for the next career

Is a surviving spouse or relative legally responsible in Colorado?

How relief is determined for workers’ comp in Massachusetts

Intellectual property issues in selecting a name in Pennsylvania

The First Amendment isn’t all-encompassing when assembling in Georgia

The compensation options that Illinois class members stand to receive

What you need in order to certify a class in Ohio

Advice for establishing a business agreement in Massachusetts

The policies and punishments of indirect copyright infringement

How to resolve trademark disputes in Washington state

Your options for exemptions in Georgia

Splitting up does not mean there needs to be a lengthy court fight

What happens when they go unpaid, evaded or are fraudulent?

Making a workers’ compensation claim for loss of hearing on the job

How antitrust laws aim to protect consumers

Maryland’s laws when a pet bites someone

The legal requirements laid out by the IRS and state of Ohio

How Pennsylvania law protects car buyers, and how a lawyer can help

How you conduct yourself may affect your right to compensation

How an Illinois debtor can use Chapter 11 to restore its business

Can I adopt even if I am single and don't make a lot of money?

How the IRS and Washington state sort out tax debts

Determining medical negligence and standard of care in Maryland

First, know the laws at play. Second, call a Maryland Criminal Fraud Lawyer

Hiring a lawyer is a major decision that requires careful thought

Yes, if you qualify for temporary partial disability in Florida

The legal implications of different business structures in Washington

Corporate dissolution tips in Oregon

A lawyer comes in handy when the Inspector General comes knocking

Staying within the confines of the federal and state landmark rules in Ohio

How securities law violations are enforced on the state level

How exemptions work in a Georgia Chapter 7 filing

Considering strategic default in a Texas bankruptcy

How “sovereign immunity” can affect your personal injury claim

Steps to take after copyright, trademark or patent infringement in New Jersey

A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract and should be treated as such

Joint custody is the default, but it all depends on the circumstances

Pennsylvania’s list of laws and penalties

The charges and penalties are separate, albeit similar, in Maryland

The process to request erasing your criminal past

The types of coverage for injured employees in Illinois

Texas does not mandate workers' compensation coverage

Texas limits recovery to plaintiffs who are 50 percent or less responsible

What are the time and payment limits on alimony in Texas?

Driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal

Potential legal hurdles in the trademark application process

Filing for permanent partial disability in Maryland

Your rights when you quit or are fired from work in Ohio

The items considered exemptions in a Washington bankruptcy claim

How to build a case if you were in an accident with a commercial vehicle in West Virginia

How filing for bankruptcy works in Ohio

The harsh penalties you may face in Louisiana

When and what a physician is legally required to tell you in Georgia

Missouri’s implied consent laws for DUI or DWI cases

How to appeal your suspension at a test refusal hearing in Mississippi

The state and federal criminal charges you could face in a West Virginia drug possession case

Consider representation when the IRS comes calling

When motorcycles, cars, and the law collide in South Dakota, here's what happens

Rules and laws for forming up a 501(c)(3) business

The basics of New Jersey's “modified comparative negligence” rule

Thes state deadlines and details of work injuries in New Mexico

Federal and state employment rights for individuals with disabilities

What happens when you sue in a Pennsylvania workers’ compensation claim

A landlord cannot just change the locks without warning

How to make a clear and convincing argument for disability claims

How the Kentucky courts decide spousal support in a divorce

An immigration attorney can help; just make sure they're legitimate

How to establish proportional comparative fault in a Wisconsin

What does it take for a foreign worker to be admitted to the United States?

State laws also dictate the right to unpaid leave

How Rhode Island family courts decide placement, visitation and support

When you fall and can't pay up 

The hidden costs (and benefits) of working for yourself

Your business structure can limit your options, so plan ahead

How you can lose your private property even without a conviction

Can an employer mandate overtime hours?

Why divorce doesn’t always end disagreements over parental rights

Who is liable and considered negligent in a San Diego auto accident?

Are owners responsible even if their dog has never bitten anyone?

What qualifies as a trade secret, and what damages can you seek for unauthorized disclosure?

Is there a difference between prenuptial and postnuptial agreements?