2015

  • Can You Publish Somebody Else's Recipes Without Their Permission?

    Can you put your aunt's super-secret Thanksgiving Leftover Turkey Hash recipe online without getting sued? Do copyright laws extend to recipes? Here's what you should know. Your aunt is probably going to be angry about this. This will probably infuriate your aunt, but if you have her recipe, you're legally free to post it all over the internet and share it with as many people as you want. Copyright laws don't protect the ingredient list. [Read More]

  • Dividing Up The Farm: Fair Isn't Always Equal

    What do you do when you're trying to divide up your assets fairly between your children but their inheritance includes a family farm? Dividing things up equally may not actually be fair, and it might not get the result that you want for your heirs. Here are three things to consider when you're trying to divide up the family farm. 1.) Did some of the kids move off the farm while others stayed on? [Read More]

  • What Is A Personal Injury Lawsuit?

    If you have recently been injured by another party, then you are probably curious about what your options are. Can you file criminal charges against them? What about a personal injury lawsuit? To help you better understand the possibilities available to you, here is an introduction to personal injury lawsuits. Criminal vs Tort Law In order to understand how you should react to your circumstances, you must first understand the difference between criminal and tort law. [Read More]

  • Prenuptial Agreements: What You Need To Know

    You and your partner have finally set the date, and you are both looking forward to taking your relationship to a new level by getting married. In the midst of all the other necessary preparations, you may be considering making an appointment with your attorney to discuss whether or not you and your fiance should execute a prenuptial agreement before the big day. Read on to find out what prenuptial agreements cover and what not to do when creating your agreement. [Read More]

  • When Is It Necessary To Change Your Estate Plan's Executor?

    When it comes to your financial and legal affairs, you need to develop an estate plan and name an executor. When doing this, you need to select a person that you know you can trust and is more than capable of following your wishes and obeying the law. Once you've appointed an executor, there may still be certain situations that require you to choose a new one, including: 1. If Your Named Executor Dies. [Read More]

  • 4 Benefits Under Workers Compensation Coverage

    If you have been injured on the job, no matter who was at fault, you should be eligible for workers compensation coverage, which includes a number of benefits. Here are the four benefits that you will obtain from your workers compensation coverage: Medical Coverage: After being injured on the job, workers compensation should cover your medical expenses. This includes physical therapy and prescriptions that you must take. This helps you to afford the care you need to return back to work in the same condition you were in before the injury was sustained. [Read More]

  • 3 Things You Need To Know About The Process Of Filing A Personal Injury Lawsuit

    Going through a personal injury lawsuit can be exhausting. Many people understand that you will have to meet with an attorney, but they don't actually know what goes on between the initial meeting with the attorney and the completion of the case. Here are some things you need to know. 1. Filing Court Papers The moment you meet with an attorney is not the beginning of the lawsuit. You can meet with an attorney all you want, but until you actually file papers with the court, your lawsuit is not active. [Read More]

  • What Is The Purpose Of Your Divorce Papers?

    Getting divorced can be messy and ultimately you end up with the desire to leave the whole thing behind. However, you usually end up with a stack of divorce papers that you might just want to burn after the process of your divorce, especially if it was a messy one. It is important that you keep these documents around, because they do have a purpose. Here's what those purposes are: Provides Proof: First off, the divorce certificate is the document that shows your divorce was legalized. [Read More]

  • Tips On Handling Sexual Harassment Issues In The Workplace

    If you are the victim of sexual harassment in your workplace, you may feel stressed and/or frightened when trying to decide how to handle the situation. Hiring a sexual harassment attorney may be needed to help you with the issue. However, there are steps you will need to take before you consider pursuing the matter in court. Understand Your Legal Rights There are federal and state laws designed to protect you from sexual harassment when you are at work. [Read More]

  • Ways To Survive During An Extended Financial Crisis

    The last several years have been difficult for many people financially, to put it mildly. If you are suffering financial hardship as a result of factors not in your control, you certainly aren't alone or even in the large minority. Fortunately, there are ways for you to survive hard times financially until you can get back on your feet again by taking advantage of free government programs. Disability Benefits You might initially think that disability support is only for people in wheelchairs. [Read More]