A lot of workers compensation cases are handled on a contingency fee basis. This means, if you win your case and receive a settlement, then your lawyer gets a portion of that settlement. This also means that if you lose, your lawyer receives nothing. Unfortunately, not all workers comp cases are handled this way. Other times, the lawyer can charge you a fee based on what they deem necessary. The expenses you can accumulate during a workers comp case can get rather high, especially if you find yourself in a lengthy legal battle where your employer is fighting your claim.
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When you are in the middle of a divorce and children are involved, custody may be something both parties can't agree on. If you believe that the other party is an unfit parent, you will have to prove this in court. When two parents separate, it is generally in the best interest of the children for both parents to share legal and physical custody. A parent can be considered unfit for a number of reasons, but you must be able to prove your allegations.
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If your recent marriage has already got you thinking about parting ways, you may be wondering if you can just get an annulment. You may have heard that an annulment is perfect for those with very short marriages that just don't work out. Many people want to get an annulment because of religious reasons. To help you sort fact from fiction, read on to learn about what type of marital situation qualifies for an annulment.
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After a car accident attorney has successfully helped you get a large sum of money as a result of being hurt in an accident, you want to be sure that you properly express your gratitude. It's polite to send the attorney a handwritten note of thanks, but many legal clients also choose to write testimonials for their attorneys' websites. This short bit of writing is likely to be appreciated by the attorney, as it might be able to help him or her generate more business in the future.
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When driving to work or doing daily errands no one expects to get into a serious car accident, but when it happens it can turn your life upside down, especially if you are injured. In a perfect world, you would automatically be awarded a fair settlement by the other driver's insurance company when you're not at fault for the accident, but many insurance companies have a business model that relies on paying out as little as possible.
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