Legal
The Equality Act 2010 - strengthening the law on equality
By Martin Williams · 13 years ago
The Equality Act received Royal Assent in April 2010 and the majority of its provisions are due to come into force at the beginning of October 2010. It amalgamates and amends existing discrimination legislation currently ...
Default Retirement Age to be retired
By Martin Williams · 13 years ago
The Default Retirement Age (DRA) will be history by October 2011 under proposals published for consultation by the Government this week.
The plans actually mean that the procedures which support the DRA will start to ...
MetLife Sets Too High a Standard as Proof of Disability
By Greg Dell · 13 years ago
The Court Rules
Even sedentary employees may need to take advantage of the disability plan offered by their employers. This fact was brought home again by the case of Bud Minton. A graphics designer for ...
Minneapolis Criminal Lawyer – Get the best legal representation.
By Joseph Arshett · 13 years ago
Crime is an unlawful activity. At times, crimes are not committed willingly. Whatever might be the case, when a person is convicted with criminal offense, he has to suffer severe punishment as per the law. ...
Motorcycle accident lawyers help you understand your rights
By Wayne Hemrick · 13 years ago
Legal representation from a motorcycle lawyer is necessary if you have been injured in an accident for one reason: protecting your rights under the law. Although the Colorado Motor Vehicle Code is easily accessible online ...
Justice Elena Kagan: Ready for Prime Time
By Kevin Collins · 13 years ago
There was a great deal of fanfare early in 2010, when President Barack Obama nominated Elena Kagan for a position as justice on the United States Supreme Court. Recently, Kagan was confirmed to the high ...
What Services Do Criminal Attorneys Provide?
By Jeremy Smith · 13 years ago
One of the most important things to remember about the US legal system with criminal cases is that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. Everyone has the right to legal representation. While people are not ...
What Are the Guidelines for DUI Sobriety Tests?
By Jeremy Smith · 13 years ago
Drivers in Florida can be pulled over by a police officer for a number of reasons. One of the more common is when a law enforcement official suspects that someone is driving under the influence ...
Tampa DUI Lawyers Cover BUI
By Jeremy Smith · 13 years ago
A BUI is also known as boating under the influence. Similar to a driving under the influence (DUI) charge, it involves drinking while driving watercraft, such as a boat. In the Tampa, Florida area, law ...
The Controversial Death Penalty
By Joseph Bonifield · 13 years ago
There are few topics as controversial among the American government and general population as the death penalty. Few topics spark such heated debates and few issues have people so clearly on one side of the ...
The Tough Job of a Bankruptcy Trustee
By Bob Jones · 13 years ago
Chapter 7 bankruptcy trustees have a dirty job in consumer cases. Sometimes they have to be harsh to do it right. But if you're playing by the rules, they hope it will be as painless ...
Where Do Court Reporters Work?
By Jeremy Smith · 13 years ago
Court reporters can work in a variety of settings. While the occupational title implies that they sit in a courtroom all day, everyday, this is simply not the case. They are also called stenographers. There ...
Frequently Asked Questions About Depositions
By Jeremy Smith · 13 years ago
Most people never have their deposition taken. The question and answer session under oath is usually reserved for those directly involved in a lawsuit. The lawyers in the case ask questions, and the witness answers ...
Why Do Lawyers Take Depositions?
By Jeremy Smith · 13 years ago
In civil lawsuits, people frequently have their depositions taken. A deposition is a question and answer session under oath between a witness and at least one attorney. When the witness is testifying on behalf of ...
How To Make A Court Reporter’s Job Easier
By Jeremy Smith · 13 years ago
Court reporters are brought in to a legal proceeding or convention to make a record of everything that is said. This eliminates the need for people to take notes, and can settle any later disputes ...
5 Reasons Why You DON'T Need a Will
By Jonathan Wetmore · 13 years ago
5 Reasons Why You DON’T Need a Will
By: Attorney Jonathan A. Wetmore
For most people, making a will is prioritized on the ‘to do’ list somewhere between organizing your sock drawer and scheduling an ...
Social Security Disability: The Future of the System
By Eugene Watson · 13 years ago
Becoming disabled before retirement can be a huge financial blow. In addition to having to deal with medical bills and lost income, Northwestern Mutual states that a two-year disability at age 50 can reduce total ...
Top 10 Questions People Ask When Charged With a DUI in Florida
By Scott Kepner · 13 years ago
1. What are the most common penalties for a first time DUI offender in Florida?
For a first time offender with a BAC level of .08% up to .149% will have to pay $500 to ...
St. Louis Attorney Proves Your Eligibility For Multiple Claims
By Jackson Wilson · 13 years ago
Many cities and countries are known for their respective specialties, but St. Louis is well known for the accidents that it witnesses from time to time. Whether it is a news of any road mishap ...
St. Louis Personal Injury Lawyer – Imperative To Win The Case In Your Favor
By Jackson Wilson · 13 years ago
Accidents occur without prior signs or warnings. According to a recent survey, the rate of personal injury is the highest in St. Louis. Thus, if you are injured due to the careless or negligent of ...