In the terms of a normal divorce, no one will be able to erase the record of your previous marriage as far as the state is concerned. It makes sense that the state would still have a copy of your original marriage license in addition to your divorce certificate. When two married parties are involved in an annulment, however, all records of your previous marriage disappear as if it never existed at all.
30 March 2015
A settlement is a significant step forward when it comes to getting compensation for a personal injury, but it isn't the end of your financial concerns. The settlement may seem nice--especially if it's for a significant amount of money--but it may not represent your best interests if you look closely enough. Don't sign anything until you're able to assess the benefits in the settlement carefully against your life's needs. Consider a few negotiation points first and contact a personal injury attorney.
26 March 2015
Social security disability benefits are in place to help people who have a medical condition that prevents them from working regular hours. Not only is it for physical conditions, but for mental ones as well. Anxiety disorders are among the mental disorders that may grant you benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA), though you should be aware it can be trickier proving why you need benefits. It is not in place for just anyone with anxiety, but someone who suffers severe symptoms as a result of their anxiety disorder.
26 March 2015
If you suffer from bipolar disorder, will it cost you custody of your children? Many people who suffer from the condition live in fear that their illness will be used against them if they seek a divorce. If this is your situation, here's what you should know. Having Bipolar Disorder Doesn't Mean You Can't Be A Good Parent More than 5 million people in the U.S. are affected by bipolar disorder, many of them parents.
25 March 2015
Being injured on the job is stressful enough, even with a cooperative employer. Workplace injuries are usually covered through your employer's workers' compensation insurance. This insurance is provided and paid for by your employer to take care of your medical needs in the event of an on-the-job injury. You must do your part to help ensure that your rights are protected, so make sure you do these two tasks as soon as possible after the injury.
25 March 2015
Environmental contamination is a problem that plagues a variety of properties and can lead to severe lawsuits. However, there is a common contamination lawsuit defense that may help you avoid litigation: the innocent landowner defense. Understanding this defense can help you decide if it applies to you and your case. What is It? The innocent landowner defense argues that the defendant who owns the contaminated property was not responsible for the contamination or was unaware of it when they purchased the property.
25 March 2015
While most people realize the importance of writing a will, there are other types of legal documents that many people fail to create as they plan their estates. Each of these documents is important for different reasons, and you should talk to your attorney to find out what these are and the benefits of each. Power Of Attorney If anything ever happened to you that left you unable to make decisions for yourself, what would happen?
25 March 2015