If you are facing your first DUI charge in Pennsylvania, you should understand the potential consequences of a conviction. First-time offenders generally face lighter punishments than people with multiple DUIs. However, a variety of factors can impact your case and...
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Frequently asked questions about workers’ compensation
If you get hurt on the job, your employer usually has to cover the costs of medical treatment related to the injury, give you a portion of your lost wages, and pay some other expenses. This is the workers' compensation system at work. Workers' compensation laws vary...
How do brain injuries first show?
Brain injuries often differ from person to person and can take different initial forms depending on a number of factors. Understanding some of these red flags is a good way of knowing how to get the right treatment at the right time. Mild head injuries As the Mayo...
What are red flags that indicate hidden assets?
Asset hiding serves as a major problem in many different divorce scenarios. Unfortunately, it can make things very unfair for you if you fall victim to it. What exactly do hidden assets look like? And what signs can you look for if you have any concerns about them?...
What are overuse injuries?
Most jobs have at least some risk of overuse injuries, or repetitive stress injuries (RSIs). However, many workers do not know this. Even worse, the bulk of workers have no idea what sort of stress overuse injuries can cause and the ultimate financial impacts they may...
How do assets affect a divorce?
Assets and divorce often go hand in hand. For example, assets and other financial issues are a leading reason behind couples divorcing in the first place. But in what other ways do assets affect a divorce? Assets and arguments However, Business Insider has some...
How to start your estate plan
At its most basic form, estate planning is deciding who gets your assets when you die. However, your estate plan can have many more aspects, including taxes and considering your family's needs. Here is how to get started creating an estate plan. Take inventory If you...
What are community and separate property?
When going through a divorce, property division is one of the things people worry about the most. In many states, property and assets end up categorized as community or separate. But what exactly does this mean? Community and separate properties defined The Business...
What exactly do divorce mediators do?
If you want to reach a divorce agreement without turning to the court, you may want to know what you can do to smooth the experience. A mediator is your best bet for an easier transition from married life to a successful split, but what exactly do mediators do? The...
Can you negotiate medical bills?
If you end up injured via a slip-and-fall incident on someone else's property, you might be dealing with a lot more physical ailments than you initially thought. The medical bills for these issues can be staggering. Thus, it is important to understand how to negotiate...