2015

Expert Witnesses Who May Benefit Your Divorce Hearing

Just like other court cases, divorce trials may also involve expert testimony. You need an expert witness if you want to get a professional opinion on an important issue during the trial. For example, you may need an expert witness to explain why you think your family business is worth more than what your partner says it is worth. Here are four types of professionals you may need for expert testimony during your divorce:

Pregnancy Discrimination FAQs

The Pregnancy Discrimination Act, or PDA, prohibits discrimination in the workplace against pregnant women. If you suspect that you are being treated differently by your employer due to your pregnancy, there are legal actions you can take. If you are experiencing discrimination, here is what you need to know.  What Is Pregnancy Discrimination? Pregnancy discrimination occurs when your employer treats you differently based solely on the fact that you are pregnant.

Getting Justice For Another's Recklessness

If you were harmed, or a loved one was killed, as a result of a person's reckless/negligent behavior, you would want to see justice meted out. Of course, there are two ways you may see this come about, one way being a conviction to a criminal charge, and the other would be a settlement through a civil litigation. There are some basic things you need to know about both.  

3 Things You Should Do If You Get Hurt In A Car Accident

Getting injured in a car accident can mean lots of pain and financial struggle. Even a small fender bender can lead to whiplash or other serious injuries that may require X-rays, repeated doctor visits, and other expensive medical care. Don't expect the car insurance companies to automatically cover all your costs, especially if you are not at fault. You need to make sure you act quickly so you can get the money and care you need to recover from your accident.

Don't Get Confused: Differences In The SSDI And SSI Program

Many people get somewhat confused when it comes to telling the difference between the two main Social Security Administration programs. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Insurance (SSI) are both government-run programs that assist people who are disabled to receive monthly benefits payments, however, these two programs are quite different when it comes to determining your eligibility. To learn more about which of these two programs could help you financially to get through your disability, read on.