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The Impact of Getting Injured at Sea

Work-related injuries are always serious matters, but offshore workers need to be aware of what is at stake when they are injured on the job. Read on to find out why.

Is your spouse being honest about finances?

In many Georgia divorces, especially those involving extensive and complicated finances, full disclosure is key to achieving a fair division. Unfortunately, some people try to game the system by hiding or spending assets in order to avoid having to share them.

The role of a guardian ad litem in a Georgia divorce

If you are beginning the divorce process with minor children in tow, you can expect custody issues to rank among the issues that dominate discussions. In some cases, a Georgia judge may choose to appoint a guardian ad litem.

What can ADR help you resolve in a divorce?

Many people think that divorce, by its very nature, necessitates a dispute between former spouses. While stress and discomfort are likely inevitable, a dispute does not have to be.

Setting goals in a divorce

For many who start the process of a divorce, the sole objective is survival. Nobody could blame you if this is the case. One thing to bear in mind is that stress is an inevitable part of the process, and it can be severe enough to incite panic attacks in some.

How to know if divorce mediation will work for you

Litigation may be the most common route for married couples seeking a divorce, but it is not the only one. There are alternate dispute resolutions you can choose to use.

Spinal Cord Injured in a Car Accident - St. Louis Lawyer

One of the most serious injuries a car accident victim may suffer is a spinal cord injury.

New York City Criminal Attorney Discusses 3 Police Tactics Used to Get Confessions

Police use several tactics to get suspects to confess, as Police Magazine explains. These techniques can overwhelm victims of false arrest, and people sometimes confess to crimes they did not commit or lie about certain details to appease the questioning officer.

New York City Criminal Lawyer Offers a Brief Overview of 9 Drug Charges

New York has strict drug laws, and convicted offenders can face fines, lengthy prison sentences, and other consequences. According to Drug War Facts, 83.1 percent of all arrests involving drugs in 2014 were for possession. Sale and distribution accounted for 16.9 percent of drug crime arrests.

New York City DWI Attorney Discusses 4 Possible Defenses against DWI Charges

Driving while intoxicated is a serious charge in all states – and New York is no exception. Even a first offense could cost you $1,000 in fines, a six-month license suspension and up to one year in jail, according to USAttorneys.com.

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