Elizabeth Diaz

Don't Assume You're Not Injured After A Low-Impact Car Accident

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Some car accidents are so minor that they don't even cause any damage to either of the vehicles involved. In other accidents, because the crash was low-impact, the accident didn't seem very bad—but you may still discover that your car has been damaged and will need expensive repairs. You may also be more injured than you think. How Low-Impact Accidents Occur You might wonder how a low-impact car accident can occur.

18 May 2022

5 Questions To Ask A DUI Defense Lawyer

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The U.S. justice system takes DUI charges very seriously. Therefore, if you have recently been arrested for drunk driving, you must start building your defense right away. You should start by hiring a DUI defense lawyer to take your case.  Here are several questions you should ask a DUI defense lawyer during a consultation. Do You Primarily Focus on DUI Cases? Many general practice lawyers dabble in DUI cases. However, to improve your chances of a successful outcome, you will want to hire a lawyer who specializes in DUI cases.

15 April 2022

How To Avoid Making Mistakes With Your Paperwork When Forming A Corporation

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When you are incorporating your business, one of the most important steps to take is to make sure that you fill out the right paperwork and supply documentation required by the US government. For this reason, it might make sense to hire a corporate law firm to help your business complete the process of becoming a corporation. Learn About All the Required Paperwork The government will provide you with forms you need to fill out.

9 March 2022

The Gentle Divorce Option: Collaborative Divorce

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Divorce doesn't necessarily have to be difficult. More and more divorcing couples are opting for a collaborative divorce. To learn more about this gentler divorce option, read on. What is a Collaborative Divorce and Who Might Consider One? This type of divorce may not be suitable for all couples. Since this process involves a lot of back-and-forth communication, couples who are not even on speaking terms with each other should not attempt a collaborative divorce.

28 January 2022

3 Key Reasons To Engage A Wills Lawyer

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Creating a testament is a smart decision because it ensures your assets are distributed according to what you want and covers any guardianship for children and other dependents. Although you can draft this document yourself, working with a wills lawyer can make it legally binding. These attorneys are skilled in the intricacies of the law and can give you valuable insight into how best you can protect your estate. In this article, you'll learn why you need to engage a testament attorney when drafting your will.

9 November 2021

Do You Need A Long-Term Disability Attorney? 3 Essential Reasons You Do

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Do you have long-term disability (LTD) insurance? If so, you're sure you won't lose income even if you become disabled and cannot continue working due to your health condition. You can buy a long-term disability plan either through your insurance agency or your employer. If you're in a disabling health condition and cannot work anymore, you can apply for long-term disability to start getting benefits. Unfortunately, this isn't always straightforward because insurance companies can delay the process or even deny the claim.

9 November 2021

How A Lawyer Can Help If Your Ex-Spouse Is Stalking You

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After a divorce, the parties involved tend to be emotionally bruised. One way that an ex-spouse can haunt you after a divorce is through stalking you. Here are some ways a divorce attorney can help if your ex-spouse is stalking you. Gather Evidence of Stalking To qualify as stalking, your lawyer must prove that your ex-spouse's behavior makes you feel harassed, in danger, nervous, or scared. Your ex-spouse is stalking you if they are constantly texting, calling, or emailing you even after you ask them to stop contacting you.

30 September 2021

Car Accident Attorneys Help After Road Debris Causes a Crash

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Objects that have fallen from vehicles onto the road cause many vehicle crashes. Some result in severe injuries and even fatalities. If the driver responsible for that road debris is unidentified, the injured person's automotive insurance should pay for related expenses. Sometimes, though, the insurer disputes the claim. Car accident attorneys represent clients dealing with this type of situation. Relevant Statistics Debris on U.S. roads caused more than 200,000 vehicle crashes from 2011 through 2014.

30 August 2021

What You Need to Know About Wrongful Termination

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There's nothing as frustrating as going to work and being told that you're fired. With the high cost of living, many people would do anything to have job security. Therefore, if you think you have been wrongfully terminated from your job, you need to talk to an employment lawyer. Here's some basic information on wrongful termination. What Is Wrongful Termination? When you're wrongfully terminated from your job, it means you have been fired for an illegal reason.

21 June 2021

Is Hiring A Worker's Compensation Attorney Worth It?

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It's normal for companies to have a workers' compensation system in place, but it doesn't always work. Insurance companies and employers might cut corners and try to avoid paying what's rightfully yours.  Even though workers are entitled to compensation after an injury happens in the workplace, it takes a lot of effort for the employer to accept claims. If you find yourself in such a situation, you should hire a workers' compensation lawyer to help you get justice.

21 June 2021