Legal Articles, General Practice

Storage of Wills in Safety Deposit Boxes and the Havoc That Can be Caused

A blog post about one of the biggest NO-NOs in estate planning: storing your will in a safety deposit box. This post explains why you should never do that.

Utility Company Cited for Ten Serious Violations of OSHA in Deaths of Three Workers

A blog post about a case in Florida where a company was cited for serious violations that directly resulted in the deaths of 3 of their employees.

What is an Occupational Disease Under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act?

A blog post about the LHWCA and what qualifies for accommodations for occupational diseases under the act.

What is the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, and Who is Covered?

A blog post about the LHWCA, the regulations it prescribes, and the protection it provides, and to whom.

Woman Charged with Larceny in Collection of Unemployment Benefits of the Deceased

A blog post about a woman who was unlawfully collecting unemployment benefits from deceased employees in Connecticut

Blood or Urine Samples to Determine Blood Alcohol Content

A blog post about measuring blood alcohol content using blood and urine samples and what your rights are regarding submission of such tests.

Breathalyzer Test for DUI and Accompanying License Suspensions

A blog post about the DUI breathalyzer test and what punishments a person may face if they get certain measurements on the test.

Class Action Suit Filed After Invasive Student Searches

A blog post about students in Georgia suing their school district after invasive searches of their persons and belongings.

The Walk and Turn Field Sobriety Test

A blog post about one of the field sobriety tests one may encounter when caught driving under the influence.

Student Loan Debt Holding Graduates Back from Starting Businesses

"Student loan debt has become almost like an illness for many in the US – and if you don’t have it, you probably know someone who has or is currently being affected by it."

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