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Doctor Settles Malpractice Lawsuit With Mother Of Baby Who Died During Pregnancy For $650,000

A woman who had been dealing with hypertension for a number of years reaches the decision that she and her husband want to have a baby. After learning of the pregnancy, she met with her primary care physician who sent her to an obstetrician. When she...

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Database Hacks - Are Banks Required To Notify You?

Database Hacks - Are Banks Required To Notify You? by: Richard A. Chapo Ever wonder if banks are required to tell customers when their systems are hacked? You may be shocked to learn that they are not. The only exception to this standard has bee...

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Deciding On Spousal Support

No matter which side you are on, spousal support is something that will need to be taken care of during a divorce. Something must be decided about spousal support, yet, where are you to begin? What are you going to do to resolve this issue of spousal...

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Social security disability: appeal early, appeal often

Virtually all attorneys encounter clients who are eligible for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration. Regrettably, few tell their clients about these benefits. It is crucial to begin the application process right away since it c...

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The Right Focus on Tort Reform

The recent headlines about Mercks Vioxx withdrawal and the FDAs move to ban ephedra have brought a lot of media attention to the growing area of drug litigation. On April 12, 2004 the FDA published a rule banning health supplements that contain ephed...

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Zadroga Attorney In United States

There are many organizations and associations in the entire United States that are offering attorneys for the latest form law, the Zadroga law. The law was enacted by the current President of United States Barack Obama on 2nd Jan 2011. The actual ori...

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What Happens If My Accountant Is Negligent? Can I Make A Professional Negligence Claim?

Mistakes by professionals in finance can be costly. Large fines can be incurred from HMRC for missing deadlines or for errors found in the figures. Who is responsible for any problems incurred? Can you blame your accountant or are they immune? A pro...

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California Maritime Slip and Fall Lawyer: Vessel Slip and Falls Caused By Poorly Maintained Decks

Slip and Fall accidents are the second leading cause of accidental death. The only greater cause of death is automobile accidents. When people reach their sixties, slip and fall accidents become the leading cause of death in the U.S. Slip and fall ac...

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Leasehold Service Charges - Your Guide

Understanding service charges can be a potential minefield, especially if you are unaware of your rights. Be firm and confront your landlord if you think you are giving cash away for no equal return. Or consult a specialist lawyer. Extending your le...

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Blood Diamond Trade Remains Unchecked

Created to stem the flow of illegal diamonds, The Kimberley Process is on the tip of collapse, as its leading designer, Ian Smillie, leaves angrily. He says governments and the industry have to act against gross violations. Blood Diamonds are used t...

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