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Jones Act Lawyer Case Study: Large Seas Washing Across Deck

A Two Course Rail The sea can be incredibly unforgiving and cruel. Seriously injured Seaman and their families need to understand maritime law. In order to illustrate these points here is a cargo ship accident case study by a Jones Act Attorney, wit...

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Class-Action Lawsuits – Can They Help You?

Class-Action Lawsuits – Can They Help You? by: Charles Essmeier The recent withdrawals of the prescription medications Vioxx and Bextra from the marketplace due to safety concerns has class-action lawsuits in the news again. What is a class-ac...

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Understanding Divorce

As a word, divorce is easy to understand, and has become a common part of modern day vernacular. But the practical and legal realities of the act of divorce are much more complicated. Divorce dissolves a marriage, however there are a number of other ...

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I Comply, You Comply, We Comply ... Are You Sure?

I Comply, You Comply, We Comply... Are You Sure? by: Robert NeubergerFailure to follow corporate formalities may expose corporate officers, directors and shareholders to personal liability. Maintaining good records, including corporate minutes, ...

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Mechanic\'s Liens and Attorneys Fees

Based on California LawOur office is commonly asked whether a contractor who files an action to foreclose on a mechanics lien can recover his attorneys fees against the owner of the property if he prevails at trial. There is a distinction in the type...

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Cases Of Malpractice Deaths Are On The Rise

Cases of malpractice deaths are on the rise A recent study released by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine revealed that medical malpractice is now the third leading cause of death in the United States, behind only heart disease and cancer. ...

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What's The Latest In Vioxx

What's The Latest In Vioxx by: Blur Loterina Are you a Vioxx victim? Here’s something you have to know. Many people from all over the world were victimized by this drug. The Vioxx was produced by Merck and Pharmacia. It comes in liquid an...

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4 Legal Concerns For Joint Venture Partnerships

Joint venture partnerships have become increasingly popular in recent years due to their ability to pool resources and expertise from two or more companies to achieve a common goal. However, as with any business venture, there are potential legal con...

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Domestic Violence Injunctions and Your Local Council

Domestic violence is a serious crime that has devastating effects on victims and their families. It can happen to anyone, regardless of their age, gender, or social status. Fortunately, there are laws and regulations in place to protect victims and p...

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Government Overregulation of Broadcast Content Could Backfire

Government Overregulation of Broadcast Content Could Backfire by: Terry Mitchell Rush is right! The government's stepped up bid to regulate broadcast television content is indeed frightening. Limbaugh made his comments during one of his reg...

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