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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
General damages, lost wages, medical bills and more in Washington personal injury cases
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
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
An overview of these filings and reorganizations for Florida businesses
Pennsylvania product liability law and how to recover compensation
The collection process, payment options, compromises, and how an attorney can help
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
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
How to apply for rezoning, variances and conditional use permits in Illinois
What business owners should know about renting real estate
An overview of the SEC forms required to avoid charges of fraud
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
Advice for establishing a business agreement in Massachusetts
The policies and punishments of indirect copyright infringement
How to resolve trademark disputes in Washington state
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
The legal requirements laid out by the IRS and state of Ohio
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?
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
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 “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
The charges and penalties are separate, albeit similar, in Maryland
Texas limits recovery to plaintiffs who are 50 percent or less responsible
Driving under the influence of marijuana is illegal
Potential legal hurdles in the trademark application process
Filing for permanent partial disability in Maryland
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
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
When motorcycles, cars, and the law collide in South Dakota, here's what happens
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?
How Rhode Island family courts decide placement, visitation and support
Your business structure can limit your options, so plan ahead
How you can lose your private property even without a conviction
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?