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How Pain and Suffering is Calculated in Personal Injury Lawsuits
If someone experiences a personal injury due to the negligence or intentional actions of another party, the legal system allows them to recover compensation. Compensation can span for a variety of damages, including medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. While medical expenses and lost wages are relatively easy to [...]
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Can I File for Divorce If I’m Pregnant?
For some couples, pregnancy can add uncertainty about the future of their relationship. Considering divorce when pregnant is a decision that carries immense weight and can be complex. Divorce is an emotionally challenging process in itself. When divorce coincides with a pregnancy, the situation becomes even more intense. The decision to [...]
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Whistleblower Protections
Whistleblowers play a crucial role in exposing wrongdoing in organizations and government entities. While whistleblowers are often hailed as being brave and bold for peaking out, whistleblowers can face serious consequences such as retaliation, termination, or other forms of harm. Fortunately, the United States has whistleblower [...]
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Understanding Defamation Lawsuits
In America, freedom of speech is a right protected under the first amendment. While this is true, defamation acts on a limit of freedom of speech as well as freedom of the press as a false statement can harm the reputation of another. By definition, defamation is a false statement presented as fact that causes […]
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Halloween Food Safety Tips
The Halloween season is often synonymous with sweet and spooky treats. Halloween is a fun time for all who choose to celebrate, but don’t be tricked by unsafe food this Halloween. Whether you are trick or treating, hosting a party at your home, or celebrating with friends, there are a few things you can do […]
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School’s Out: Three Summer Safety Tips You Need to Know
For many, summer means great weather, long-awaited vacations, and no school. But the summer season also brings unique risks and dangers: more time outside can mean an increased risk of sustaining injuries in a serious accident. Don’t let the fear of an injury keep you from enjoying your summer season. Put safety in your own […]
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What You Need to Know About Alimony
If you are considering a divorce or are in the middle of divorce proceedings, you may be curious to learn more about alimony. You may have questions regarding what it is, how common it is awarded, how much you can expect, and if it’s enforceable. The concept of alimony is straightforward: after separation, the court […]
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5 Safety Tips for Pedestrians
As the weather begins to warm up in many places, many people are taking advantage of the higher temperatures to explore the outdoors. This can be anything from taking a leisurely hike in a nearby park to strolling the streets of a nearby city. As simple as both of these things sound, it’s possible for […]
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What are the Long Term Effects of Domestic Violence?
In many cases, it’s only the immediate effects of domestic violence that are highlighted in statistical reports and survivor resources. While it’s true that time helps with the healing process, it doesn’t always erase the trauma or the lingering effects that come with an abusive relationship. In addition to mental trauma, domestic [...]
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Dangers Associated with Herbicides
Rachel Carson’s Silent Spring brought environmental science and conservation was a catalyst of the environmental movement that emerged in the 1960’s. The book exposed the dangers of herbicides, pesticides and agricultural chemicals that cause harm to flora and fauna alike. Carson’s work exposed that the chemical companies were not as [...]
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