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16 Year Old Who Killed Four People Was 3X DWI Limit

Ethan Couch's blood-alcohol limit was a insanely high 0.24 -- three times the legal limit - as he recklessly drove down a dark narrow road at 70 mph in a huge Ford F35 and set off a chain wreck ...

3 Warning Signs That Your Lawyer's No Good

We all have different tastes, and varying notions of what makes a thing great. Some of us tend to the simple yet sophisticated, while others are into ostentation and flair. Just like there is no one way to be well-dressed...

Um, How Often Can You Get Manicures Without Totally F--king Up Your Nails?

Ten Questions to Ask Your Potential Lawyer

Lawyers will often provide a free or very low-cost consultation to discuss the details of your situation and give you an opportunity to ask some basic questions

Confused Law Student Applies For Job With Federal Court That Doesn’t Exist

Top 10 Mistakes Made When Hiring a Lawyer

Hiring a lawyer is an intensive process. You will often hear people complaining about their relationship with their attorney. Issues can be circumvented if you make a concerted effort to avoid the following common mistakes when hiring an attorney. Not checking a lawyer's area of expertise. Some attorneys can do well outside of their area of expertise, but many do not know the nuances in other areas of the law. Therefore, if you need a contract lawyer, do not hire a divorce attorney…

10 Questions for an Elder Law Attorney

Many concerns and questions can arise as we grow older. In the last decade or so, a new category of law has emerged that specializes in helping retirees answer their questions and learn their rights. Here, 10 questions for an elder law attorney.

Six Things You Should Bring to Your Initial Consultation with a Family Lawyer

Making the decision to consult a Family Law attorney regarding Divorce, Child Custody and/or Child Support can be both emotional and intricate. Planning for your initial consultation should be neither of those things. If you review the following article, you will arrive to your initial consultation properly prepared

Need to hire a divorce lawyer? Ask yourself these questions

If you need to hire a divorce lawyer, it’s a certainty that you will not be short on options for quality representation. This is both good and bad news, right? The good news is that

5 steps to find a good divorce lawyer

Finding a divorce lawyer to represent you is more than just picking a name. It means choosing the right person for your case, your sanity and your wallet.

Serious Injuries From a Fall? Hire an Injury Lawyer.

A personal injury term that is sometimes heard more often during the winter months is called, “slip, trip, or fall.” However, injuries resulting from a slip, trip or fall are not limited to weather-related hazards such as slippery sidewalks, slick floors, and ice-covered steps. Sometimes, torn carpet, inadequate lighting, lack of railing, change in floor level,...read more

My Ex Appealed: Should I Hire An Appellate Attorney?

Appeals from divorce cases, or post-decree custody matters, constitute a large number of cases taken to the Indiana Court of Appeals. By the time a divorce

Do I Need a Lawyer to Draw Up a Last Will?

Though it is possible to create a last will as a layperson using online resources, you may want to consider a study that was conducted by Consumer Reports.

Should I Hire a Delaware Attorney?

“I was visiting Delaware and I was injured in a car accident. Do I need an attorney in Delaware or can I get one in Ohio (where I am from) to help me?”

3 Things You Must Ask a Family Law Attorney Before You Hire Them

Do you know what to ask a family lawyer before you hire them? Here are 3 things one family lawyer suggests those seeking a divorce ask.

Do You Need a Divorce Lawyer?

Need a divorce lawyer? Perhaps, but you can save money on routine divorce documents that don't require attorney expertise using a legal document assistant.