Legal Articles, General Practice

Should I Speak with the Police if They Ask Me To?

The question is, should you? If you choose to do so, what are your rights during such an encounter? Finally, how should you prepare for and conduct yourself during such an encounter?

Things Not to Say During Debt Negotiations

There are certain things that should never be said during debt negotiations. These “banned phrases” are bad because they put you in a position of weakness during the negotiations or may cause you to give up certain rights. Some of the more egregious “banned phrases” include:

What Damages Can You Recover In A Personal Injury Case

Personal Injury Lawyer Jeffrey T. Jones discusses eight damages that could be recovered in a typical personal injury case.

Five Common Myths About Personal Injury Lawyers

Charleston, West Virginia Attorney Jeffrey T. Jones informs the public of five myths they need to know about personal injury lawyers.

Four Tips To Help You Avoid Mistakes After a Car Accident

Personal Injury Lawyer Jeffrey T. Jones discusses how a lawyer can help you avoid serious mistakes after a car accident.

Three Things You Should Never Say To The IRS

IRS/Tax Lawyer Jeffrey T. Jones discusses how you must be very careful about what you say to the IRS during a dispute.

FIVE SECRETS TO INCREASE THE VALUE OF YOUR ACCIDENT & INJURY CASE

What You Should Know About Obtaining Compensation for Your Injuries

What You Should Be Working on Now

Entrepreneurs often hear they need to work ON their business, not merely IN it. This five part series: What You Should Be Working On Now provides insight and a framework making it easier to focus yourself and your people on your business while performing the myriad tasks and projects present.

Sports Licensing in College Athletics

While a student-athlete is prohibited by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) from receiving any compensation for the use of the student’s name, image and likeness, the same prohibition does not apply to the university.

Blurred Lines in Copyright Law

Copyright law protects original works and any derivative works that are created from the original. But copyright law is based on tangible work—not a sound or feel.

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