When Should You Mediate A Legal Dispute?

Posted on 10 December 2014

Being involved in a civil lawsuit is rarely anyone's idea of a good time -- regardless of whether you are the plaintiff or the defendant. However, even after a case has been filed, there are several lower-conflict resolution alternatives available, including mediation and arbitration. How can you determine whether one of these methods is suited to your specific case? Read on to learn more about mediation and arbitration, as well as when you should request one of these methods for your own case. [Read More]

Why An RFE Is Not An Immigration Deal Breaker

Posted on 9 December 2014

When the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) reviews a visa petition or application, it may require additional information in order to make a decision. When this happens, USCIS may issue what is called a Request For Evidence (RFE): What Is An RFE? If you receive an RFE, you should not panic. An RFE is not to be confused with a Notice of Intent to Deny (NOID), which is a formal statement from USCIS informing an applicant that he or she may be ineligible for immigrant benefits. [Read More]

Are There Cons To Filing Divorce Pro Se?

Posted on 9 December 2014

The term "pro se" is Latin for "on one's own behalf" or "for oneself," and pro se divorce proceedings have become especially common among couples who have no major disputes and want to complete their filings for a minimal amount of money. While these types of divorces can be beneficial for spouses that are committed to a mutually satisfying settlement, proceeding pro se can have enormous consequences for several other individuals. [Read More]

3 Defenses To Present If Someone Sues You For Personal Injury

Posted on 8 December 2014

Accidents happen every single day, but they do not all end up in lawsuits. If someone decides to sue you for an accident you were involved with, you may easily be able to get out of it if you have the right evidence. Here are three things you will need to prove in order to avoid paying out compensation to the plaintiff that is suing you. You Did Not Owe Duty of Care [Read More]

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Learn About A Personal Injury Attorney and The Law

My name is Charla Nevins and if you have questions about a personal injury attorney and the law, I welcome you to read my blog. When my car was hit from behind by another driver, I had a few injuries and the driver that was at fault refused to pay my medical bills. I did some research on my own and then I went and consulted with a personal injury attorney. When it was all said and done, the other driver was required to pay for the medical bills I incurred due to the accident. If you have an injury that was caused by another person, you should take the time to speak with a personal injury attorney to learn about your options. In this blog you'll learn what to expect and how an attorney can help you.

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