2023
Understanding Contingency Fees: Empowering Accident Victims
Navigating the aftermath of an auto accident is never easy. Amidst the emotional trauma and the physical pain, victims often grapple with mounting medical bills and loss of income. Pursuing a lawsuit might seem like the logical next step, but the fear of legal fees can be a daunting barrier. This is where the concept of contingency fees becomes a beacon of hope.
The Basics of Contingency Fees
At its core, a contingency fee is a simple agreement between the attorney and the client: if the lawyer doesn't win the case, you don't pay them.
Lending Your Vehicle And Accidents: What To Know
It's very common to let a friend or loved one borrow a vehicle to run an errand or even to take a short trip out of town. However, when an accident occurs during one of these actions, some are unsure of what will happen next. The way things go after an accident depends on several factors. Read on and find out more below.
Factors that Affect the Situation
Here are some common scenarios that could occur assuming that your friend or loved one was at fault for an accident with your vehicle:
The Custody Arrangements — Legal Advice For Parents
If circumstances between yourself and your ex are hostile, you may benefit from consulting with a child custody attorney. An attorney will examine your children's current living circumstances. They will form a custody proposal that is fair to your children, yourself, and your ex-partner.
Custody Matters
Custody matters do not require legal intervention. When two parents are able to amicably form an agreement that both parties are in favor of, the agreement can be followed as planned.
Divorce In An Equitable Distribution State
Equitable distribution is a method of dividing marital property during a divorce in which each spouse is entitled to a fair and just share of the marital assets and debts. Equitable distribution is used in most US states, which are known as equitable distribution states.
What to Know About Equitable Distribution Divorce
In equitable distribution states, marital property is divided according to several factors, including:
The length of the marriage Each spouse's income and earning potential Each spouse's contribution to the marriage, both financially and non-financially The value of each spouse's non-marital property, such as property owned prior to the marriage or inherited property The economic circumstances of each spouse Equitable distribution states require a complete and accurate accounting of all marital assets and debts, including real estate, investments, retirement accounts, and personal property.
3 Common Causes Of Disagreements During Alimony Determination
Spousal support or alimony is a common cause of acrimony between divorcing couples. Often, the paying spouse wants to pay less than their partner wants. Below are specific reasons for such disagreements.
1. Disagreements on Financial Resources
Your respective financial resources determine whether one person requires alimony and whether the other person can afford it. Financial resources include:
Income Employment benefits Personal property Property from the divorce settlement Divorcing couples often disagree on the value of their financial resources.
Seeking Legal Advice Before Signing Divorce Documents
Did your spouse present you with divorce documents that you are more than willing to sign to end your marriage? You may want to end the marriage as soon as possible, but not being cautious about what is in the documents can lead to regret. For example, if your spouse is divorcing you to be hurtful or cause you to suffer emotionally, there is a high risk that the divorce papers are not in your favor.
How Are ER Malpractice Claims Different
Medical malpractice is always worrisome, but it can be especially lethal or injurious in the emergency room. At the moment people need competent care the most, the price of negligence is often at its highest. Filing a malpractice claim based on ER care is different, though. ER malpractice attorneys advise their clients to be aware of these four differences.
Circumstances
The first defense a hospital or physician will consider is that the circumstances were extraordinary.
About Me
Growing up, I dreamed about becoming a lawyer. Unfortunately, I chose another career path in college. Sometimes I still regret my decision to not attend law school. Lawyers get to perform all sorts of exciting tasks on a daily basis. This is especially the case for general attorneys. Because they aren’t tied to a specific law field, they engage in a variety of tasks such as assisting a client in the will creating process, helping a client attain a Power of Attorney, and assisting a client with creating a deed. On this blog, I hope you will discover how important it can be to consult and work with a general attorney.