When it comes to personal injury cases, injuries resulting from auto accidents make up the majority of lawsuits filed. If you have suffered injuries resulting from an auto accident, you may be entitled to compensation for damages to your vehicle and the injuries you received. Keep in mind that an accident does not always need to involve another drive in order for you to receive compensation, particularly if the manufacturer of your vehicle is to blame.
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Whether you've been completely cut out of the will of an otherwise loving parent or are unhappy with an imbalance in the distribution of your parent's assets that reflects the undue influence of a new spouse or manipulative sibling, you may wonder whether you have any legal recourse. When a will is being probated, contesting it is always an option; however, if the will has a no-contest clause, you may be required to pay the estate's legal fees if your claim is ultimately unsuccessful.
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If you have gotten a call from a close friend or loved one asking you to come bail them out of jail, be sure you understand both exactly what this means and what it will entail. Bail is not a get-out-of-jail-free card. It costs someone some money that they might never see again, even if all the court dates and restrictions are met. Here are a few common myths about bail bonds.
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What happens when the divorced parents of a child share custody but don't share the same educational goals for their children? If you want to homeschool your child, can your ex-spouse put a stop to your plans? This is what you should know.
You may be asked to settle the issue through mediation.
Joint custody generally grants each parent equal authority over issues like healthcare, religious instruction, and education. The goal is to have parents cooperate on the decisions, which means that you may be asked to try to come to an agreement about homeschooling with your ex-spouse through mediation before a judge is willing to hear the issue in court.
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Has your child been hurt while on school property? If so, the first thing to do after ensuring your child is okay is to find out who will be responsible for the costs incurred due to the injuries. It can often be a slippery slope when schools are involved in injuries when it comes to having them pay for your damages. You should consult an attorney in these types of suits because they can be difficult to prove without legal assistance.
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