Bankruptcy can be described as a way out of a financial hardship situation, with strings attached. And by strings, we mean conditions, obligations and restrictions. For individuals and businesses that can’t see a way to pay their debts, a bankruptcy can swoop in and wipe their debt slate clean, in most situations, but it comes with quite a few restrictions for the business or … [Read more...]
Common Types of Fraud in Texas
The term “fraud” is a large umbrella term that dozens of crimes can fit under. Some of the most common types include the following: Bank (or accounting) fraud: The process of illegally gaining bank-owned money or property. Bribery: Instances where money and/or gifts are given as a means of motivation for a favorable outcome or treatment of a group. Conspiracy: A plot … [Read more...]
5 Tips For Handling Your Slip and Fall Accident
If you slip and fall, whether you’re hurt or not, usually your first thought is of embarrassment and the hope that no one saw it. Maybe if you get up fast enough, no one will see and you can pretend it didn’t happen. But a slip and fall on someone else’s property could be a serious matter, and for your sake should be handled as such and not ignored. To make sure you receive … [Read more...]
Big States Target Walgreens & CVS In Opioid Lawsuit
The opioid epidemic in the United States has taken a devastating toll and the biggest pharmacies are coming under fire. Over 1,400 local and state governments have filed suit against drugmakers for aiding and abetting the epidemic. This includes a high-profile showdown between two politically important states—Florida and Ohio—against two of the biggest retail … [Read more...]
What is the Standard Attorney Contingency Fee?
The standard contingency fee for an attorney on the surface runs about 33 percent, meaning one-third of any money won in a civil case goes to the law firm. But contingency fees can vary and the way expenses are handled can alter how much money ends up in your pocket. Here are a few issue that you should be aware of: If you’re just starting to look for a lawyer, be … [Read more...]
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Suit in Florida?
When a loved one is killed in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, there are only certain individuals that are allowed to bring forward a wrongful death lawsuit for compensation, as determined by each state’s law. Florida only allows the representative of the deceased’s estate to bring a wrongful death lawsuit forward for consideration. The representative in this … [Read more...]
