2016

  • DUI Charges: Factors that Can Raise Your BAC Levels (Except Alcohol)


    The introduction of the breathalyzer technology has made it easy for police officers to quickly identify drunk drivers who are in danger of hurting themselves and other road users. Breathalyzers estimate the blood alcohol content (BAC) levels, and if they exceed the acceptable levels, one may receive DUI charges. However, there are instances when breathalyzers can give a false positive result implying that one has consumed alcohol when they haven't. Understanding these situations can help you take the legal steps to defend yourself against DUI charges if you aren't guilty.
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  • Using a Debt Collector to Recover Money From Friends or Family


    If you have made a loan to a family member or friend and they have failed to pay it back, you may be considering ways you can compel them to pay it back. If informal and polite requests for repayment have failed, you may be thinking of using a debt collector to recover the money. Below are some things you should consider before you call in the debt collectors. Is there a loan agreement?
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  • Provisions That Should Not Be In Your Prenuptial Agreement


    A prenuptial agreement is a legal document that is signed by you and your spouse before you form a legal union. Although most people view this document as a way to protect assets, it actually can be quite beneficial to both parties. This is because it stipulates what is expected from each spouse and this can invariably solidify the union. Nevertheless, it is prudent to ensure that your prenuptial agreement is looked at by a lawyer before you sign it.
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  • Using Your Unpaid Invoices to Avoid Insolvency and Bankruptcy


    When it comes to financing a small size business, you are sure to find that there are a lot of challenges that you will face as an entrepreneur. The most common option that people will resort to would be to look for funding from their bank of choice, and this will typically be in the form of a loan. The disadvantage of loans is that they tend to garner interest whether or not your business is making money, and thus this could still lead you down the path of insolvency and bankruptcy.
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  • Why a Conveyancing Solicitor Would Be a Worthwhile Investment


    If you are considering selling your home on the real estate market, it is prudent to ensure you have some professional legal advice throughout the process of the sale. Some homeowners make the mistake of assuming not hiring a conveyancing solicitor would enable them to save some money. The truth is if anything during the sale was found not be above board, you could end up paying costly litigation fees and even losing the profit from the sale.
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  • Website Copyright Trolling - Your Legal Rights


    Pretty much every business has a website these days, and bespoke sites can be expensive to commission.  So how can you ensure that your site and its content aren't copied and used by internet copyright trolls?  Read on for some helpful information. Copyright Although you can copyright every page of your website by simply applying the copyright symbol (©), this won't prevent trolls from stealing your content, layout or site design.
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  • Five Tips on What to Do If Your Loved One Has Died Without a Will


    If someone close to you has died without leaving a will, their estate will be distributed based on the laws of intestacy. These laws dictate which portion of the estate goes to the deceased's spouse and children and which relatives are in line if there are no spouse or children. Navigating a large estate without a will can be complicated. Here are some tips to help you: 1. Hire a probate lawyer with knowledge of local laws.
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  • Business Settlements | 3 Clever Strategies To Build Up To A Seamless Burger Business Sale


    If you decide to sell your burger shop, you'll need to go through the legal route to ensure that the transaction is above board. The last thing you want is to get pulled up by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for suspicious deals when you're ready to enjoy your hard-earned money after years of service. Professional lawyers generally ensure that your business settlements go smoothly. You'll also want to follow these clever strategies beforehand to build up to a seamless business sale.
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  • Why You Should Think Carefully Before Accepting to Be an Executor of a Will


    Some people may not think twice before accepting a request to become the executor of the last will and testament of a friend or family member. However, you need to consider several factors before you accept a request to make you an executor of a will. This article discusses some of those factors. Do You Have Time? Executing a will is a time-consuming process. For instance, you may have to notify a family court of your appointment as an executor.
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  • Why You Should Hire a Motor Vehicle Accident Lawyer after a Car Accident


    Auto accidents tend to be quite common. As such, most motorists will simply exchange their insurance details if they can clearly establish who was at fault. However, what happens if you have incurred damages but cannot tell what caused the accident? Or perhaps you maintain you were not in the wrong, but the other party claims otherwise? In these instances, it is best to have an auto accident lawyer represent you rather than trying to sort out the issue on your own.
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