Learn about the key differences between financial and ordinary power of attorney in estate planning, the benefits, and why preparing right now is valuable.

Estate Planning

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7 minutes

Learn everything you need to know about the probate process in California, as well as details on joint asset ownership, how to avoid it, and more.

Estate Planning

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8 minutes

Need to plan your estate in California? Learn all about the documents to file, plus essential details concerning wills, trusts, and power of attorney.

Estate Planning

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7 minutes

Discover the key differences between a DUI and a DWI in Texas by reviewing the laws, penalties, and punishments and how they compare to other states.

DUI

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6 minutes

Need to assign power of attorney in California? Learn about the four different types available, plus the vital role of legal support today.

Estate Planning

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6 minutes

Need to learn about the criminal justice process in Texas? See how it differs from other states and the potential post-trial consequences.

Criminal Law

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7 minutes

Uncontested divorces tend to be quicker, easier, and cost less than contested splits. Learn the benefits and how long it takes to finalize a settlement.

Family Law

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8 minutes

Discover the critical differences between charge bargaining and sentence bargaining and whether accepting a plea bargain is always the right option.

Criminal Law

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7 minutes

Find out what happens when you refuse a breathalyzer test in Texas, as well as the legal consequences and penalties you can expect if you refuse.

DUI

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6 minutes

A will must always reflect your wishes and these can change over time. Do you need to make adjustments? Learn how to modify a will in California properly.

Estate Planning

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6 minutes

Looking to divorce in Texas with a baby on the way? Learn about the legality of this scenario and what happens if you or your spouse isn’t the father.

Family Law

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8 minutes

Legal separation is a realistic, practical, and cost-efficient alternative to divorce in Arizona. Explore if it’s right and how it differs from divorce.

Family Law

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6 minutes

Shelving a divorce for too long in Texas could see your petition expire. Learn the reasons it happens in the first place and how you can prevent this.

Family Law

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7 minutes

Learn about spousal support in Arizona, how to prove your eligibility, the potential amounts and duration, plus how the courts make their decisions.

Family Law

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7 minutes

Discover when you can plead a DWI down to a Wet Reckless charge in Texas, along with the differences in penalties and how the legal process works.

DUI

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6 minutes

Explore practical ways to reduce your stress during a court case, with advice on the positive impact of diet, sleep, meditation, and other useful tips.

Marble

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5 minutes

Discover five practical and effective ways to help you save for a rainy day, plus why it’s a good idea to budget for unexpected legal fees and other expenses.

Marble

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5 minutes

Learn your best options if you’re stopped for a DWI in New York, including how to behave, your legal rights, and how to avoid incriminating yourself.

DUI

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6 minutes

Explore the consequences of refusing a breathalyzer test in New York, including potential outcomes, penalties, legal defenses, and interstate sanctions.

DUI

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6 minutes

Explore the most common federal misdemeanors, how they differ from state charges, potential penalties, and why a jury trial doesn’t apply in these cases.

Criminal Law

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7 minutes

Read on for a comprehensive overview of the different DWI categories in New York State, the associated penalties, and how the legal process works.

DUI

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8 minutes

Learn what constitutes a federal offense, the most common federal felonies, differences relative to state law, and the importance of legal representation.

Criminal Law

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7 minutes

Discover more about criminal prosecutions in federal court, the crime involved, legal rights, bench versus jury trials, and differences from state courts.

Criminal Law

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8 minutes

Explore when defendants are entitled to a trial by jury under Federal and State law along with the best defense strategies in a jury-led trial.

Criminal Law

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6 minutes

Explore a detailed overview of adoption and surrogacy for intending parents in Arizona, including comparative costs, the legal situation, and pros and cons.

Family Law

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8 minutes

See how child support, alimony, and remarriage work after a military divorce in Arizona, including the calculations, special conditions, and considerations.

Family Law

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9 minutes

Learn all about surrogacy in Arizona, including potential costs, the legal situation, and why you might consider using a family member or going out of state.

Family Law

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7 minutes

If your immigration request was denied, learn how the appeals process works, the correct procedures to follow, and how to maximize your chances of success.

Immigration Law

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9 minutes

Explore reducing a DWI to a “wet reckless” charge in New York by learning how plea bargains work, potential justifications, and different penalties.

DUI

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7 minutes

An easy-to-understand explanation of the key differences between criminal and civil law, who decides on the type of prosecution, and when each is applicable.

Criminal Law

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8 minutes

Explore why reckless driving and a DWI differ in New York, how the police decide the charge, the comparative penalties, your legal obligations, and more.

DUI

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6 minutes

Discover what happens when a custodial parent in Arizona denies visitation along with the acceptable reasons, potential sanctions, and what to do.

Family Law

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10 minutes

Discover the differences between federal and state crimes, which offenses belong where, how the two courts work, and the corresponding punishments for each.

Criminal Law

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10 minutes

Discover the key determining factors for child support and alimony in Arizona, how to modify an order, and whether child support increases when alimony ends.

Family Law

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10 minutes

If you’re concerned about your rights as an undocumented immigrant living in America, here’s a clear description of what the US Constitution grants you.

Immigration Law

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11 minutes

If you’re an undocumented immigrant, discover how you can live legally in the US, what criteria apply, mistakes to avoid, and the route to a Green Card.

Immigration Law

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8 minutes

Discover the age when a Californian child can decide the parent to live with after a divorce, the legal process, and how the courts reach their verdicts.

Family Law

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9 minutes

During a divorce in California, the courts may decide that one spouse is an unfit parent. Here’s how they arrive at that decision and the meaning for all sides.

Family Law

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10 minutes

Gain practical advice on what child custody visitation and divorce proposals look like, a guide to the legalese, and how to help your kids navigate the process.

Family Law

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6 minutes

Discover what can be included in a postnuptial agreement, the key benefits, what differs from a prenup, and how to assure your agreement is absolutely legal.

Family Law

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8 minutes

When a relationship hits the rocks, you can end it, or try again. If it’s the latter, here’s some practical advice on addressing five relationship hurdles.

Family Law

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6 minutes

Think that winning is everything in a divorce? Here’s why keeping your expectations reasonable, and choosing a collaborative divorce, might be a better idea.

Family Law

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10 minutes

Explore the different types of US work visas, rules, and eligibility requirements for immigrants and non-immigrants, alongside helpful application tips.

Immigration Law

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9 minutes

Gain a clear and concise explanation of the benefits of an annulment over a divorce, whether you qualify, how the process works, and the full implications.

Family Law

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7 minutes

If your ex is in contempt of court over child custody and visitation in California, here’s how to report it, plus advice on other ways to enforce an order.

Family Law

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6 minutes

Settling a divorce in California? Learn about the taxes that accompany property transfers, lump sums, debts, alimony, and child support to avoid surprises.

Family Law

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6 minutes

In this guide to annulments, discover whether both parties have to agree to qualify, the position around remarrying, and the potential implications.

Family Law

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8 minutes

Learn the basics behind writing a postnuptial agreement, including how to do it, making it’s legally binding, mistakes worth avoiding, and how it operates.

Family Law

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5 minutes

See how separate and community property are split in a Texas divorce and how you can legally hold on to gifts, inheritances, pre-marital assets, and more.

Family Law

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7 minutes

Prenups are becoming increasingly popular, but are you more likely to divorce if you have one? With 50% of marriages failing, find the answer here.

Family Law

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8 minutes

When a surrogate mother changes her mind and decides she wants to keep a baby, here’s the legal position regarding the child, mother, and intended parents.

Family Law

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5 minutes

Don’t miss a beat: here’s why you should always review the fine print before pursuing a divorce or separation to ensure you get a fair and legal settlement.

Family Law

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7 minutes

Divorce will change your life in many expected and unexpected ways. If you’re considering a divorce, reflect on these five key questions before proceeding.

Family Law

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5 minutes

After a divorce in Texas, are alimony and child support always payable, and if so, how much? Read on for the definitive answers to these vital questions.

Family Law

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8 minutes

Keep your relationship rock-solid and secure. Learn practical wisdom, tips, and strategies for communicating problems and restoring the focus on partnership.

Family Law

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5 minutes

If your divorce is going to trial, here’s some helpful guidance on the steps you need to follow, plus practical advice on the dos and don’ts of going to court.

Family Law

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10

Divorcing in Texas because of adultery? If so, discover the impact of an affair on community property division and other areas of your divorce.

Family Law

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7

Learn the essentials of alimony in Texas. See who’s eligible, who’s not, who pays, how long, how much, and what factors the courts use to reach their decisions.

Family Law

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10

If you’re from Texas and seeking a divorce, here’s some timely advice on what to ask for in your settlement in terms of property division, finances, and custody.

Family Law

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10

If you’re from Texas and seeking a divorce, here’s some timely advice on what to ask for in your settlement in terms of property division, finances, and custody.

Family Law

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10

The US Citizenship Act of 2021 has been introduced to Congress by US President Joe Biden. It proposes sweeping changes to numerous immigration policies, reversing many of those introduced by the previous president.

Immigration Law

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10

The Commission to Reimagine the Future of New York’s Courts recently released reports containing proposals to expand the use of e-filing and recommendations for enhancing remote court operations.

Marble

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10

Alimony is concerned with spousal or partner support, whereas child support is for any offspring involved in a separation. That said, there are some essential differences worth keeping in mind.

Family Law

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10

To find out whether they suit you and your relationship, along with the relevant dos and don'ts, read here to learn more.

Family Law

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10

Mediation features a cooperative approach that offers several benefits over a court case: it’s typically faster, cheaper, and less stressful. Plus, it’s confidential and less confrontational.

Family Law

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10

The consequences of a DUI conviction are severe, costly, and long-lasting. What are the best steps to get your case dismissed or the charges reduced? Is a DUI case dismissal necessarily means you're immune to further prosecution? Read here to learn more.

DUI

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9

In the State of New York, assets are divided into marital or separate property. If you’re going through the divorce process, it can be effective to understand how your belongings will be shared before going to court.

Family Law

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15

California DUI conviction is for life, but from a DMV perspective, the record is dropped from your driving license after ten years. If removed, your life gets more comfortable concerning background checks. 

DUI

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10

Considering secretly record phone calls and videos and use them in a California court to prove your spouse's infidelity? Read here to learn why it's illegal and irrelevant in court.

Family Law

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10

Put your children and their well-being first by reading our guide to the typical child custody case in New York.

Family Law

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12

You may have been demoted, pressured into retiring, or you’ve been bullied because of your age. If you believe that your employer is violating your rights over your age, there’s a well-defined set of steps to follow.

Employment Law

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9

Divorce is not an easy step, both mentally and because of the various criteria you must meet before filing for a divorce in New York. It is essential to plan your case and know how the court works before filing for a divorce.

Family Law

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12

From your age to your religion, from your sexual orientation to your current salary, all these - and more - aren’t allowed during a job interview. However, some rules don't apply to all companies or jobs.

Employment Law

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10

It is widely believed that DWI refers to drunk driving, whereas DUI is an umbrella term that covers driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In practice, individual states do make this distinction, but some don’t.

DUI

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12

Considering the perils of a criminal case, hiring a lawyer is highly recommended. However, there are many factors to consider when assessing the overall costs of a criminal case.

Criminal Law

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8

More often than not, each spouse will pay for their own divorce attorney. However, there are a few scenarios where most judges will be swayed to order a spouse to pay the other’s legal fees. 

Family Law

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8

An ordinary DUI is usually classified as a misdemeanor, but if the case circumstances are more serious, it can be upgraded to an aggravated DUI, making it a felony. 

DUI

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8

Depending on how a divorce will play out, a flat-fee divorce attorney could be a wise choice. Flat rate also help reduce uncertainty by providing a clear and complete understanding of the pricing.

Family Law

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7

Explore the reasoning behind alimony payments in further detail, including their purpose, the support calculations, and the accompanying legal process.

Family Law

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9

Coming to the divorce process with a plan of action is always the best strategy for success. Build up a game plan that includes your goals and establish how you’ll eventually select your lawyer.

Family Law

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9

Divorce doesn’t necessarily have to be a fight in what is known as an uncontested divorce. Learn about the alternative to ending a marriage without the need for antagonism and bad blood.

Family Law

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10

When a wet reckless or dry reckless plea can be negotiated, this is a better outcome for both the penalties and the driving record. Read this guide before taking a DUI plea bargain.

DUI

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9

Not every lawyer is suitable or capable of handling your case. Ask these questions before selecting the best advocate for you.

Family Law

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9

Filming the police to protect rights and record misconduct is legal in California, but beware of the requirements before pressing play to avoid punishment.

Criminal Law

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8

Feeling like lines are being crossed at work? Discover the workplace actions that qualify as unlawful so that you can fight for your office rights.

Employment Law

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10

Every holiday weekend, there's a peak in car crashes and deaths involving DUIs. Keep yourself safe, wear a seatbelt and drive sober.

DUI

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