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Asbestos Contained in Crayons? Who Knew

The Environmental Working Group has started a campaign called “Asbestos Nation” to inform the public of the many dangers of asbestos exposure in our world today. Many people may assume that asbestos exposure risk is a thing of the past but this is not so.

Common Reasons Why A Bankruptcy Petition Might Be Dismissed

The decision to file for bankruptcy is often one of the hardest choices that a person has to make in his or her lifetime. Poor planning can often make the process even harder. Read Attorney William Winfield's latest article "Common Reasons Why A Bankruptcy Petition Might Be Dismissed."

How to Challenge a Protective Order Filed Against You

The necessary steps required to fight a protective order that has been filed against you.

J&J Slammed With $55 Million Verdict in Cancer Suit

Johnson & Johnson has been ordered by a jury in Missouri to pay $55 million in damages to a woman who stated that the firm’s talcum powder products led to her ovarian cancer.

Disability Access Litigation Still Needed

Mark Potter, a civil rights attorney, describes his experience over the past 19 years. Provides an overview of the challenges facing persons with disabilities and benefits of disability access litigation.

Should Cellphones Be Tested After An Accident?

Given the rising trend of distracted driving causing accidents, should police be allowed to test phones following a crash?

Did You Invest in Midstates Petroleum (MPOY) or Ultra Petroleum (UPL)?

Midstates Petroleum (MPOY) and Ultra Petroleum (UPL) have joined the many other oil and gas companies declaring bankruptcy.

How Do I Get Paid After an Accident? Ohio BWC Claims

When an employee is injured in the course of an arising out of his employment and has an allowed workers compensation claim (BWC claim), there are a number of ways he/she may be paid or receive compensation following the injury. The following are some of the most common ways:

Estate Planning and Conflicts of Interest

Client Representation and Changes to Wills

Deposition Do’s And Don’ts

Though depositions can be stressful, they are not to be feared. They are opportunities for all parties involved in a legal matter to tell their side of the story.

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