Year: 2017
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a painful affliction of the wrist. It occurs when the median nerve, located on the inner, palm side of the wrist, is compressed. This compression creates a very narrow path for optimal nerve function. CTS affects approximately 5% of the U.S. population, but women are more likely to suffer than […]
A proffer agreement is a written contract between a federal prosecutor and a criminal defendant or someone who is under investigation, in which the person agrees to provide the government with helpful information about crimes with some assurances that they will be protected against prosecution. Proffer is also sometimes called “Queen for a day.” Proffer […]
If you have been impacted by a personal injury, it’s likely that you have many medical expenses to manage. It can be a hardship to cover medical expenses while waiting for your settlement from the insurance company. Luckily, there are a few ways that you can manage your medical expense while you await for your […]
Reasons You May File For Divorce Unfortunately, not all marriages turn out the way we think they will. Circumstances change, people change and things happen that often leave people unhappy in their marriage. While divorce is not the solution for all unhappy marriages, it may be the last straw for others. Sometimes ending a marriage […]
When you have suffered a personal injury after being involved in a car accident or some other type of accident that was not your fault, it’s common to hear about a personal injury settlement. Most claims following an accident are resolved before they even reach the civil court. Usually, prior to any litigation process, a […]
The repercussions of a DUI conviction are very serious. Regardless of whether or not you have a clean criminal record, you could face exorbitant fines, time in jail, or even lose your license. In order to mitigate the consequences, it’s a good idea to retain an experienced attorney for their expertise. A DUI conviction could […]
When it comes to a claim for personal injury from slip and fall to major accident, time is of the essence in gathering the evidence necessary to support the claim. Since the evidence often consists of eyewitnesses with fungible memories and video surveillance footage that can be taped over at any moment, it is very […]
Domestic violence is any incident of sexual or physical violence perpetrated by a person with whom you are intimate or related. It typically involves violence between spouses or partners, a child and their parent, or elderly abuse. Domestic violence also covers non-physical violent acts like abusive language, threats, or emotional/psychological manipulation. Domestic Violence: Misdemeanor vs. […]
In most states, the law requires people to have car insurance in order to legally operate a vehicle. Unfortunately, this does not mean all individuals who operate a vehicle have car insurance, as a skilled personal injury lawyer trusts might explain. It happens more times than most people realize. It has been estimated that over 14 […]
What is HIPAA and Why It Matters? There has been a lot of discussion lately about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). This law provides much needed protection for all of your personal health information. This federal law sets rules for healthcare providers and health insurance companies about who can look […]