When it comes to qualifying for a home loan, or a mortgage, there are major factors that lenders first consider when they decide if you qualify or not. Your income, debt, credit score, assets, and property types are all going to play major roles. One of the first things that lenders look at when they […]
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Number of blended families has grown a lot in the last decade. From people cohabitating outside of marriage to gay marriages and second marriages, it is now more socially acceptable to be involved in a nontraditional family lifestyle. The modern family structure can sometimes include the biological children of both partners and stepchildren, which means
Construction is a hazardous job that typically includes heavy machinery, unforgiving materials and harsh climate conditions. Developing a structure is inherently unsafe since you are on a website prior to any railings or other safety measures being constructed. In addition to heights, building and construction requires working with equipment that is big and loud. Even
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Bankruptcy is often something looked down upon, but in certain situations it could be the best option. If you’re in a tough financial situation with creditors coming after you left and right, you could be stressing. Fortunately, a bankruptcy lawyer may be able to help. If you do decide to file bankruptcy, what does it
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A contract is a legally-binding agreement that parties enter into, in order to meet a common goal. What happens when one, or both, parties do not follow through with their end of the deal, though? To see whether or not you may be able to go to court over a broken contract, you first must
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Making plans for your wealth and assets after passing away is not a task that anyone is overjoyed to take on, as it entails visiting your own mortality. Thankfully, there are legal professionals who can guide you and answer questions as you prepare your estate planning documents. If you pass away without having a valid
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If you suffered an injury at the hands of another person or through the negligence of another person, you have probably considered filing a personal injury claim. As you sit at home, surrounded by medical bills and other costs, you may believe that adding lawyer fees on top of those bills will be too much
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Children who are injured in an accident or through the negligence of others deserve to have their medical bills and other expenses taken care of by the insurance company or negligent party. On the other hand, children cannot bring a lawsuit against another party until they are of legal age, usually 18 years old. Who
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When a person is injured, he or she can typically file a claim against someone on the concept of “negligence.” What is negligence and how is it used to determine compensation after a personal injury? Two Elements of Negligence The definition of “negligence” is failing to use reasonable care, which results in property damage or
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When you’re in any type of accident that causes you injury, there is typically somewhere you can turn to receive compensation. Before you can seek compensation, you have to understand damages. What are damages in a personal injury case? They’re basically the compensation you receive for certain types of losses you experienced due to your
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