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Can You Sue a Dog Owner for a Dog Bite?

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General Law
A dog bite can be quite a harrowing experience for the victim. At the very least, it is painful and upsetting. At worst, the wounds could be severe ...
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Ways Insurance Agents Spot Fraudulent Claims

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General Law
Insurance fraud is becoming an increasingly common problem in the United States, and it can have serious legal implications as a legal malpractice lawyer can attest. Perpetrators continue ...
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What Is Medical Malpractice?

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General Law
Medical Malpractice Basics The American Medical Association journal ranks medical malpractice as the third leading cause of death. In 2012 alone, over $3 billion was spent on payouts. ...
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Will the Trump Administration Make Recreational Marijuana Illegal?

Criminal FAQs
More states have continued to press for legalization of recreational marijuana.  Currently, 8 states and Washington DC have passed laws allowing recreational marijuana use.  Those states are Colorado, ...
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Weed: Where is it Legal and Why?

Criminal FAQs
US federal law makes it illegal to grow, possess, purchase, or sell marijuana, also referred to as weed. However, weed is legal in varying degrees in some states. ...
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Common Causes of Distracted Driving Accidents

Personal Injury
Statistics pertaining to distracted driving in the United States are alarming. Everyday in the U.S., 8 people are killed, and nearly 1,200 more are injured in accidents caused ...
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How to Check Your Physician’s Creds

General Law
Were you fooled? I certainly was. Steven Moffat, erstwhile trickster and Doctor Who showrunner, led us to believe we were in for our schmaltziest, least-believable Doctor Who Christmas ...
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What is the Value of My Case?

General Law
After experiencing an injury through no fault of your own, an important consideration is whether or not to pursue litigation. The potential amount of a settlement or jury ...
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What Is a Contingency Fee?

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A contingency fee is a method of payment to a lawyer from a client. The amount of the fee is a pre-arranged percentage of the award or settlement ...
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Can I Get Fired if Injured on the Job?

FAQs
Successfully filing a workers’ compensation claim can provide essential financial support after you’ve been injured on the job. However, an approved workers’ comp claim doesn’t necessarily mean that ...
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