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Protecting Your Business Interests Legally

Starting a small business is a big risk in many ways. It’s easy to get fixated on the financial risks, but you also open yourself up to all kinds of legal liabilities. It’s important to make sure that you protect yourself personally, and your business as an entity. You should start by retaining an experienced business lawyer. My blog is here to help small business owners learn about the different legal issues they may face. Learn about employee rights, your environmental responsibilities, and your property liability, among other things. If you’re legally protected, your chances of staying in business for a long time go way up.

Protecting Your Business Interests Legally

    Injured By Your Latest Product Purchase? What You Need To Know About Product Liability Suits
    Defective products are a serious concern for consumers across the country, particularly when those defects lead to injuries. If you've been injured due to a defective product, it's in your best interest to talk with an attorney about the incident. There are clear legal guidelines associated with product liability cases, and an attorney can help you understand if you have a solid case or not. Here's a look at what you need to know about product liability and defective consumer products.

    What Should You Know About Potential Changes In Social Security Disability Law?
    Social Security retirement and disability benefits are often a hot topic in the news, particularly when leading up to a national election. This cycle is no different, and pundits have already begun to report that benefits are facing reduction. If you receive Social Security Disability (SSD) payments and rely on them to meet your monthly financial obligations, you are likely concerned about cutbacks but may not know where to go or what to do.

    Top 6 Reasons Why Chapter 13 Is Not The Final Chapter
    If you've hit some financial stumbling blocks, you're not alone. According to Susan Ladika, in 2012, almost 1.2 million people found themselves in bad enough financial dire straits to file bankruptcy. Out of that total, 30% filed for Chapter 13. You've probably heard the negatives of what filing bankruptcy can do, but how much of it is accurate? Here are the top six reasons why filing Chapter 13 bankruptcy can be a good move in the long run.

    Roles Of An Insurance Adjuster In A Car Accident Case
    Shortly after a car accident takes place, an insurance adjuster will contact you about the case. Insurance adjusters work for insurance companies, and their main job is to settle accident cases. If you are just starting the settlement process with an insurance adjuster, there are things you should know about this process. Here are three important things to understand as you begin negotiations for the case. The Adjuster's Goal Insurance adjusters are not only hired to settle claims, but they are also hired to try to settle the claims for fair amounts.

    Understanding Actual Possession And Constructive Possession: How To Avoid Potential Trouble With The Law Over Illegal Drugs
    Possession of a controlled substance is a common criminal drug charge; unfortunately, this charge, and sometimes a subsequent conviction, is often a consequence of not understanding the law. No one in the criminal justice system is immune from this confusion: police, attorneys, juries and even judges are all capable of getting this issue wrong. That is why it is so important for you to gain a personal awareness of the principles of criminal possession and what you can do to protect yourself should you be accused.

    What Happens After A Judgment Is Levied Against You?
    If you've been involved in an auto or motorcycle accident and a court has deemed you at fault in the accident, you're likely now facing a judgment for some hefty medical bills -- as well as your own legal fees. What happens after a judgment is entered against you? What can you do if you can't afford to pay this judgment? Read on to learn more about the garnishment and levy process when it comes to personal injury claims.

    Considering Divorce? Legal Separation Can Ease The Process Greatly
    When you're trying to figure out the best solution for your marriage, outright divorce may seem like the nuclear option. Fortunately, if you're not sure about divorcing your spouse or the process seems like too much at once, you do have an alternative that provides you with a similar set of experiences and solutions: legal separation. If you're unfamiliar with legal separation, you may be missing out on an excellent way to smooth the transition from marriage to divorce or give yourself and your spouse more time to patch up the marriage.

    How Your Homeowner's Insurance Protects You During Negligent Accidents Away From Home
    Being involved in an accident is always a complex, time-consuming and stress-filled affair. Accidentally injuring someone or damaging their property adds even more stress, given that it could put your finances and livelihood at stake. Fortunately, there is plenty of help for dealing with accidents that occur well away from home and it comes from an unexpected source — your homeowner's insurance policy. The following explains how the policy that protects your home from unforeseen circumstances can also protect you in the event of a claim filed against you.