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Wrongful Death Compensations And Settlements: Tax Implications To Consider

1 June 2015

Here's a shocking fact: nearly 121,000 individuals are victims of wrongful death accidents each year according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Losing a loved one in a wrongful death accident can result financial hardship – not to mention emotional distress. Filing a wrongful death lawsuit may help you recover monetary compensation to deal with tough times; however, the compensation that you receive may be taxable. Here are the tax implications that you need to be wary of.

Visas And Vocations: Limitations And Possibilities For International Student Employment In The United States

6 May 2015

If you're an international student currently attending or planning to attend a higher education institution in the United States, you'll have to deal with some red tape surrounding your visa and whether or not you can plan on a career in the U.S. after graduation. Working during school and finding employment after school is over is highly dependent on what type of visa you have and what your home country prefers for students studying overseas.

Three Criminal Defenses You Can Plead When It's Obvious That "You Did It"

9 April 2015

In any criminal case, you have a right to plead that you are not guilty, or that there is not enough evidence to prove beyond a shadow of a doubt that you are guilty of the crime for which you are being charged. However, in many situations, pleading not guilty is not the wisest option if you and your lawyer are fairy certain there is enough evidence available to prove that you did commit the crime.

3 Tips For Protecting Yourself From Harmful Mistakes During Your Hospital Stay

30 March 2015

As if being in the hospital is not scary enough, you may also be afraid of what could happen to you while you are in there because of errors by direct care staff members, such as doctors, nurses, or aides. If so, you can take some control over your safety by using the tips below for protecting yourself from personal injury during your hospital stay. Make Sure Hospital Staff Have The Right Patient

5 Office Work Hazards That Could Entitle You To Worker's Compensation

11 March 2015

When people think about an injury on the job, it often involves jobs with physical labor like a construction worker or nurse. While those jobs have dangers, a traditional office job also comes with a variety of hazards. When someone gets injured in an office, they have a right to fight for worker's compensation. This type of case involves a personal injury attorney from a firm like the Law Office Of Daniel E Goodman to represent your rights.

2 Mistakes To Avoid After A Vehicle Accident

25 February 2015

Over two million people are injured in car accidents in the United States each and every year. If an injury happens to you, then it is in your best interest to meet with a car accident attorney to make sure medical bills and lost wages are covered by your insurance company. Even if an injury is not involved, you still may need the assistance of an attorney. This is especially true if you make a mistake after a traffic accident.

What To Do If You Get Into An Accident During A Test Drive

11 February 2015

Millions of people test drive vehicles every year without incident. There's always that small percentage, thought, that run afoul of Murphy's Law and experience unfortunate events while taking a new or used vehicle for a spin. One of those unpleasant events is getting into an accident. If you had the misfortune of getting into a fender bender while test driving a vehicle, here is what you need to do to resolve the situation.

What Should I Bring When I Meet With A Bankruptcy Attorney?

29 January 2015

If you're considering filing bankruptcy, it's a great idea to sit down with a bankruptcy attorney to discuss your various options. The bankruptcy process can be a little intimidating, but it will be less so if you go into your initial meeting prepared and organized. Being organized upfront can also save you money on lawyer fees, since your attorney will need to spend less time hunting down specific financial information.