Identity Theft is at the Curb
May 04, 2009
Do Not Discard Putting bank statements, credit card information, property ownership details and other like documents in your trash is risky. Trash pickers gain valuable information from your documen...
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What is a Summary Judgment?
May 01, 2009
It is a Real Judgment The judgment entered on a motion for summary judgment is as real as one entered as a judgment on a jury verdict after trial. The only difference between the two is that the mot...
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What is the Right to Remain Silent?
Apr 26, 2009
Police Interrogation in Custody The Fifth Amendment limits the manner in which police may question a suspect being held in custody. All questioning shall cease if such person being questioned in cus...
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What to Tell Your Lawyer
Apr 24, 2009
Be Candid Your lawyer is effective about how to deal with the facts of your situation only if she or he knows everything. Be forthright about all the details - both good and bad - that are in play f...
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How to Choose a Lawyer for You
Apr 24, 2009
Personal Referrals A very solid approach is to talk to friends and trusted persons in your community who have experienced a similar problem you face to get ideas about lawyers. Ask them who their la...
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What happens if you shoplift but then put it back?
Apr 18, 2009
Am I caught? If you do get caught and if you should be notified of a charge (you are entitled to get a notice of something being brought against you) be prepared to get a good lawyer so you can answe...
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What is a civil right?
Apr 16, 2009
Civil Right Defined A civil right is a right created by the government. The right to free speech is a good example of a civil right in the United States. Free speech is guaranteed by the First Amend...
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How to Prepare for Your Deposition
Apr 15, 2009
Practice Have your lawyer do sample questions with you for practice preparations before the real thing. The more prepared you are, the more comfortable and successful you will be during the depositi...
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What is a Successful Start for a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Apr 11, 2009
Prepare For Success Gather all pertinent documents and any evidence at your disposal. Much of the record keeping should be done from the moment of the accident, before you even meet with your persona...
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How to Know When to Appeal
Mar 18, 2009
Burden First, it is important for you to know that most decisions are "affirmed". The burden to change a final ruling belongs to you bringing the appeal. Because the most likely appeal outcome is “...
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