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Types of Cases a Personal Injury Lawyer Handles

When a person is injured or has lost a loved one because of the negligent actions of another person or entity, they may consider turning to a personal injury attorney for help. Personal injury lawyers will review all the facts of the case and advise the person as to whether they may have a claim for compensation against the negligent party.

Collections Lawsuits, Court Judgments and Debt Collectors: Is the Stress Making You Sick?

Studies have shown that stress over money can lead to serious problems with your health, including depression, anxiety, migraine headaches, and even heart attacks.

Examining Reports on Trump Administration Deliberations Regarding FY 2018 Refugee Admissions Cap

On September 27, 2017, President Donald Trump set the annual refugee admissions cap for fiscal year (FY) 2018 at 45,000. In this blog, I will examine two interesting reports about the deliberations on the refugee admissions caps.

Failure to Yield Car Accident in St. Louis

There are some drivers out there who believe they have the right of way no matter what. Missouri law doesn’t agree.

Should I Worry About My Valuables Being Taken if a Credit Card Company Sues Me?

If you are sued by a credit card company, you may only have 30 days or less to respond after being served. Working with an attorney in writing a response could be critical to your financial future!

USCIS Creates Online Fee Calculator For Lockbox Forms

On January 8, 2019, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) unveiled its new Online Fee Calculator.

Private Loans Contribute to About $150 Billion in Student Debt Crisis

Without as many choices for repayment to fall back on, such as deferment, forbearance, or income-based plans, private student loan borrowers may fall into delinquency or default simply because they are helpless to move forward.

How to Stay Safe When Driving Through Construction Zones

Some areas of the road are more dangerous than others. One of them is construction zones, which frequently close lanes, have different traffic laws, and present a variety of hazards. The good news is that you can get through these stretches of the road safely as long as you adhere to a few basic guidelines.

Resource-Allocation Issues Arise With Immigration Judge Border Surge

On September 27, 2017, Politico Magazine posted an interesting title on the progress of the Department of Justice (DOJ) initiative to reallocate Immigration Judges to the U.S.-Mexico border.

What Damages Can You Seek in a Car Accident?

Car crashes cause an enormous amount of damage, both to property and to people’s lives. According to AAA, the average cost of an injury crash in the United States in 2009 was more than $125,000, while the average cost of a fatal accident was closer to $6 million. Add to this the devastating effect on people’s lives from serious injuries that can maim, disfigure, and cause pain and suffering that may last a lifetime, and it is no wonder that victims of car crashes seek compensation.

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