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Approval Of The Passage Of Zadroga Bill

After a long drawn struggle in which both the big parties of United States traded a lot of statistics, claims and counterclaims, the Zadroga Bill was finally passed by the Senate in late December 2010. The bill is named after James Zadroga who was on...

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How IP Lawyers Can Help Me Protect A Design Feature In My Business

You run a business and as a serious entrepreneur you have had a particular feature or shape designed on one of your products. Well, you need specialist IP Lawyers. The design could be the handle of a jug or the shape in an ornament or product; it w...

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All You Need to Know About Your Compromise Agreement

Compromise agreements are useful tools for employers and employees. They act as a settlement agreement in the event of a termination of the employment contract. The agreement prevents future legal action on the grounds of breach of contract in return...

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Jones Act Lawyer Straight talk: Seaman Injured by Equipment - - A Case Study

Working aboard ships can be extremely dangerous. Sometimes crew members are seriously injured on ships. Seriously injured crew members and their families need to understand maritime law. In order to illustrate these points here is a Jones Act acciden...

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Fall Transportation Projects Pose Safety Risks For Bicyclists

Fall transportation projects pose safety risks for bicyclists As the leaves begin to change and the temperature starts to drop, road construction and transportation projects are becoming increasingly common throughout many cities across the United S...

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Qualified Personal Residence Trust

An Overview The Qualified Personal Residence Trust (often referred to by its acronym, "QPRT") can be an effective estate planning technique for a high net worth individual. The concept is simple: the owner of a personal residence transfers it to a tr...

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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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Thoughts on the Current Immigration Mess - August 2006

1. 12 million illegal immigrants did not appear overnight. Actions by Congress - or the lack of action - created the environment for illegal immigration to exist. 2. The main drive behind legal immigration is family reunification, a holdover from WW...

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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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The New Drug Recall Lawyers

Title: The Rising Need for New Drug Recall Lawyers: Protecting Consumer Rights Introduction: In recent years, the pharmaceutical industry has witnessed an alarming number of drug recalls due to safety concerns, manufacturing defects, or undisclosed ...

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