2014

  • Can A Judge Close A Court Trial To The Public?

    Court trials often make for good drama. With more people becoming interested in the criminal law process and the ability to watch some trials on television, the rights of the public to watch everything has been questioned. Although Americans enjoy a constitutional right to witness trials, it might not always be possible.  The First and Sixth Amendments The First Amendment allows for freedom of the press. The media often uses this amendment to justify its request to be present during trials and to even broadcast them on television.
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  • The Dos And Don'ts Of Filing A Car Accident Claim

    Auto insurance is one of those things that most people pay for but hope they never have to use. If you've recently been in a car accident and were injured as a result, you'll definitely want to file a claim with your insurance company. Depending on your level of coverage, you may be eligible to receive compensation to pay for repairs to your vehicle, medical expenses, and other costs you incurred as a result.
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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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