This article takes a deep dive into the anatomy of the personal injury trial. However, before going into the details and mechanics of what happens at a personal injury trial, we begin with a realistic look at the risks and costs of going to trial and the reasons why both plaintiff’s attorneys and defense litigators recommend settlement…

Most torts are based on a theory of liability called negligence. Other tort theories of civil liability include strict liability and intentional wrongs. For example, a battery is defined as the unlawful or offensive touching of another without their consent, which is both a civil wrong and a criminal act. This article summarizes the underlying…

This article covers the main stages of a criminal jury trial. You will learn how the different parts of the trial system function within the overall objective of obtaining a fair and just verdict. Below, we summarize the major stages of a criminal jury trial, from jury selection to jury verdict and the defendant's right…

The law provides that you are entitled to recover damages from the person,  persons, or entities whose wrongful conduct, whether negligent or intentional, caused you to experience physical injury, financial loss, and pain and suffering. In the case of an automobile accident, the injured party (plaintiff) can recover monetary damages from the defendant driver or…

My Earliest Memories With Dyslexia Life has always puzzled me. Especially when it came to my early education. Learning to read, do math, and even tell time always felt like working through a thousand-piece jigsaw puzzle—but without ever seeing the box cover that showed the completed image. For most of my life, I did everything…

KEY ISSUES In custody disputes, how do courts determine if one parent should be awarded sole custody of the child? In custody disputes, how do courts decide what is in the child's best interests? What is the difference between sole and shared custody? What is the difference between legal and physical custody? Are mothers favored…

What This Article Covers: This article covers the character and types of property subject to division between spouses in divorce proceedings. The two major legal categories that govern the division of property in divorce are Separate Property and Community Property, also referred to as marital property. We will first cover the legal difference between community…

Most divorces are painful, but it hurts even more when your children vilify you to make your ex happy despite all your parenting efforts. You cannot pinpoint what you have done to deserve such fear and hatred. But the animosity feels familiar – you have seen it in your former spouse. This is what parental…

Have you ever formed an opinion of someone based solely on their age? We do this a lot unconsciously. Compared to race, sex, and gender discrimination, ageism is generally prevalent and unchallenged. Ageism is a type of stereotype against someone’s age, such as thinking that they are no longer fit for employment just because they have…

Looking for a new job? Whether you dream about resigning from your current role or applying for your very first career opportunity, you must be realistic. In the job search process, it takes time before landing that first interview. While more than half of U.S. people expect the whole procedure to last less than 2…

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a specific kind of employment discrimination. It occurs when someone at your workplace, such as a supervisor or coworker, says or does something to make an employee feel uncomfortable or intimidated. This article includes a brief history and summary of sexual harassment in the workplace and the legal rights…

Wrongful Termination - Illegal Basis for Discharge The employment violation known as wrongful termination occurs when an employee is terminated based on an unlawful purpose. In some states, wrongful termination is called wrongful discharge. Unlawful termination laws come from both federal and state anti-discrimination laws and are rooted in the earlier Civil Rights Acts. At-Will Employment…

Millions of Americans face eviction with nowhere to go every year. If you know your legal rights, you can fight the eviction while you make other arrangements. This article looks at the landlord-tenant eviction process. Common Legal Reasons For Evicting A Tenant The most common reason for tenant eviction is failure to pay rent. Assuming…

Home Foreclosure Besides divorce, going through Home Foreclosure is one of the most stressful legal proceedings a person or family can face. Home Foreclosure is the set of legal procedures by which your mortgage lender declares their borrower in default of their home loan. The lender, usually a financial institution, will take all legal steps to take legal and…

Conflicts Over The Right To Inherit When you make a will, you affect your family's future, which is usually a sensitive subject. So it's advisable to begin by finding out what kinds of issues may arise when making decisions about who and under what terms your inheritors will receive a share of the inheritance. Also,…

This article covers the effects of dementia in older adults, its potential legal and financial implications, and what estate planning steps you need to take now to avoid mistakes later. Legal Capacity and Legal Incapacity Legal Capacity Under the law, one must have the legal capacity to make legal decisions about your own life. Including…

Advance Health Care Directive (Living Will) I hear stories about people in a coma and on life support equipment for months and even years. Can I do anything to make sure that doesn't happen to me? The answer is yes. It is called end-of-life planning. Unfortunately, some people would rather not engage in such planning,…

https://youtu.be/frMo0_SN1wk?si=icj_L7Tlu9Kp42IH (The Above Video Covers How To Plan A Funeral For A Loved One) If you find yourself tasked with organizing a funeral for a loved one who has died unexpectedly or without leaving instructions, take a level-headed friend with you to the funeral home as a steadying influence. Depending on the type of funeral…

This article covers noise law and the possible civil and criminal implications of disturbing the peace. The Case of the Barking Dog  (FAQ) Q. My apartment complex permits pets. A few of my neighbors complained to the landlord about the noise coming from my apartment a few weeks ago. One neighbor went as far as…

Can my Landlord Lock Me Out of my Apartment? No. This is considered self-help which is strictly prohibited under the law.  The landlord or his agents may not lock you out, throw you out, cut off your utilities (power & water), or take the law into their own hands in any way. These acts of "Self-Help"…

Tips On How To Deal With Your Lender A foreclosure is a legal action mortgage lenders use to seize and sell your property should you be in default of your mortgage obligations. For home borrowers facing foreclosure for the first time, there is fear and uncertainty about their legal rights. The most common reaction is…

When Noise Interferes With The Quiet Enjoyment Of One’s Property Property owners and renters of property owners have the right to the "quiet enjoyment of their property." Including being free from intrusive noises caused by sources such as noisy neighbors, loud maintenance crews, and busy construction sites. Can I stop my neighbor from making too…

Landlords Have A Legal Duty To Protect Tenant Against Mold A landlord is responsible for a tenants injuries A landlord is under a legal duty to keep and maintain the tenant's property in a safe condition - including damage to one's property and health caused by flooding. The damage suffered from exposure to toxic mold can…