We've all see countless television crime dramas where the suspect is taken into a small room and read their Miranda Rights. This act allows people to keep silent to avoid self-incrimination when being questioned by the police. The Miranda warning is usually given at the time of arrest, but what about those in police custody who have not been arrested? Here's what you need to know about protecting your rights.
26 June 2015
Given that motorcycles are smaller and sometimes follow somewhat different rules than other vehicles on the road, it can be more difficult to determine who is at fault. The more that you are found at fault, the less that you will be compensated for the motorcycle accident and your insurance company may be footing the entire bill. The Driver Not Seeing You One of the most common reasons why motorcycle accidents occur is because the other motorist did not notice the bike.
13 June 2015
During a bone-rattling slip and fall in public, it may be difficult to keep in mind the long-term effects your next few actions may have. Although you should contact a slip and fall attorney (such as one from Putnam Lieb) when it is convenient and plausible to do so, there are also steps you can take even before communication has been established. For the best chance at setting up a good case, you can try these three steps before contacting your attorney.
29 May 2015
Unfortunately, people in the military are not immune to the problems that face other married couples. As a result, they may find themselves facing divorce. While they may seek to break up the union due to common issues like infidelity and falling out of love, there are a few things that make this type of divorce unique. If you are in the military and you need advice on divorce, read on for more information.
13 May 2015
When you put your loved one in a nursing home, you expect them to be treated fairly. Unfortunately, this doesn't always happen, and neglect may be a possibility. To deal with nursing home neglect, you can take these steps: Understand the Different Types of Neglect Before doing anything drastic, it's important to first know what the different types of neglect are. That way, you don't end up accusing a nurse or physician for neglecting your loved one when they were just following protocol.
23 April 2015
When talking of nursing home abuse or neglect, many people focus on physical and sexual injuries. Perhaps this is because these are some of the crimes greatly abhorred by the contemporary society and make a lot of headlines. However, there are forms of abuse that are just as bad such as: Financial Abuse Financial abuse mainly occurs through fraud and exploitation of seniors in nursing homes. It may take different forms such as deceiving the victim to sign a financial contract, cashing checks without permission, or charging for nonexistent healthcare services.
2 April 2015
Whether you're contemplating filing for bankruptcy protection or have already begun the process, you may be wondering how a Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 bankruptcy will affect your ability to qualify for a reverse mortgage. If you already have a reverse mortgage on your home, you may be wondering whether you'll be required to give back some of the funds already received. Read on to learn more about how reverse mortgages are treated in a Chapter 7 discharge or a Chapter 13 repayment plan:
25 March 2015
When you're getting divorced, Christmas and other special events may be some of the last things you want to think about. If you have children together, however, planning the details of these days can help prevent arguments and misunderstandings with your ex that make life harder for your youngsters. If the two of you are having trouble even being in the same room together right now, you can set up a specific events schedule with the assistance of a mediator or your lawyers.
12 March 2015
When it comes to escaping a speeding ticket, your best defense is to drive below the speed limit. However, most motorists don't, which lands them in trouble with the law. Nothing ruins your day faster than being pulled over for speeding and being issued a ticket. While most people just prepay their ticket and skip the court date, you can choose to put up a fight. In order to do this, you need legal help from a lawyer.
3 March 2015
If you're recently divorced, and have primary custody of your minor children, you may be concerned about financially providing for their future. Although you may be awarded child support from your ex-spouse, this support can only help you if it is actually paid. What can you do if your ex-spouse refuses to support your children? Are you able to petition for termination of his or her visitation or parental rights? Read on to learn more about how this situation may be handled.
19 February 2015
