Law

  • Pharmaceutical Drug Liability: What To Do When Your Medication Harms You

    Some pharmaceutical names are not famous because of how much they have helped people; they are famous because of how much they have harmed people. Every year, pharmaceutical companies release several new types of medication; and every year some people suffer from medication related problems. How does pharmaceutical drug liability work and what should you do when your medication harms you? Understanding the Chain of Distribution Prescription drugs are one of the more complicated products on the market when it comes to proving liability.
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  • What Happens To Your Frozen Embryos During A Divorce?

    Divorces are mentally and emotionally difficult even under the best circumstances. But when a divorce comes on the heels of in-vitro fertilization, there are a number of complicated legal and emotional issues that may arise. In addition to the typical custody issues (if your in-vitro fertilization resulted in a birth), the bigger question is -- what happens to any remaining fertilized embryos? What if your ex-spouse would like to have more children, but you want the embryos to be destroyed?
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  • 4 Terms You Should Know When Filing A Trademark

    Do you have a business name, slogan, or logo that you are using to brand your company? Are you thinking about obtaining federal trademark rights over your mark? If so, there are some commonly used terms that you will need to become familiar with. This article will describe 4 of those terms. Infringement Trademark infringement occurs when another party does business using a mark that is the same as or similar to yours.
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  • Your Lawyer Is Not Speaking Swahili: How To The Legal Jargon On A Will

    If you're trying to make sense of a will or trust, don't feel awful if you don't know what a lot of the words mean. It might look like English, but it is actually legalese. Like many areas of law, the language of wills can be complicated and confusing. When a loved one has passed on, analyzing a law dictionary is probably the last thing on your mind. Here are most common legal will terms that individuals have difficulty understanding.
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  • A Prenuptial Agreement Is Important For The Poorer Party Entering Marriage

    A prenuptial agreement doesn't just protect the rich, you may want one if you're the weaker financial party entering into a marriage. If you know that you aren't going to work so you can raise kids and take care of the home, and you aren't bringing wealth into the marriage, you will need protection if the two of you split.  You will want to know that you will have money to start a new life, support any children that you have, and to maintain your lifestyle if you get divorced.
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  • Last Will & Testament: 5 Key Terms You Should Know

    Are you in the process of doing your estate planning? If so, there are some terms that you may not be familiar with. It's important to know as much as possible about your last will and testament. This will help you make sure that you draft it correctly. This article will discuss some key terms when it comes to your estate planning. Beneficiary The beneficiary is one of the people who will receive assets from your estate.
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  • 5 Reasons You Might Be Denied Unemployment Benefits

    If you are unemployed you might be interested in getting some financial assistance. You can apply for unemployment assistance, but in some cases it can be hard to get approved. There are some people who have to go through an unemployment appeal or hearing because they do not meet the proper requirements, or took money without qualifying for it. Here are 5 reasons that you may be denied from receiving employment assistance.
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