Frivolous Lawsuits - Why Are They So Prevalent?

Cites examples of frivolous lawsuits; statistics on frivolous lawsuits. Why are frivolous lawsuits so prevalent? How identity theft affects the statistics on frivolous lawsuits? What can you do about any potential frivolous lawsuit? Discusses some areas of potential lawsuits such as employment lawsuits, professional malpractice, business liability lawsuits and personal lawsuits.

Your Chances Of Being Sued Are Now 1 In 4

How America has become an increasingly litigious society, and what you can do to protect yourself from a financially ruinous lawsuit.

Rhode Island Family Law - Children, Schools, Schooling And Education

Are you stuck figuring out how a family member or friend can take care of your child for a short time legally? Do you want that person to be able to make legal decisions and take care of emergencies? Are you worried about fraud on the school department because your child doesn't live with you? Is the friend or relative worried about liability for the child? These questions are more complex than you might realize and the answers are far from simple. Find out what you should be thinking about when dealing with these complex issues.

Florida Is Cracking Down On Speeding Sport Motorcycle Riders - Their Method Is Truly Disturbing

In Florida your motorcycle or car can now be seized without the government ever proving that you committed a crime.

Special - Rogue And Bad Cops - What Makes Them What They Are?

What is it that makes a rogue cop bad?

Should Criminal Trials Have a Lay Jury?

The whole question as to whether criminal trials should be decided upon via a layman jury has come to the fore once again. A case in the U.K. where a young boy died with five times the normal levels of salt in his blood has highlighted a difficult problem.

Rhode Island DUI - DWI Law - Should I Refuse The Breathalyzer?

This article explains the law concerning Rhode Island DUI - DWI & refusal to take the Breathalyzer. Please call Rhode Island attorney David Slepkow at 401-437-100 if you have any legal questions Should you refuse the breathalyzer test in Rhode Island and what are the implications? This article examines whether or not a person should refuse to take a breathalzer test upon request of a police officer in Rhode Island when a person is suspected of drunk driving. This article examines the criminal and legal implications of a refusal and a criminal dui - dwi charge.

Nevada Corporation And LLC Myths

There is much misinformation that is often spread regarding Nevada corporations and LLC's. When deciding whether you should form a Nevada Corporation or LLC, you should understand precisely what a Nevada corporation or LLC can provide. With this in mind, you need to be aware of the myths and half-truths that are commonly (and incorrectly) taken as facts.

Claims Against Keepers Of Animals For Their Animals' Actions: Strict Liability Or Not?

An article describing the liability of owners of animals under the law of negligence for their animals' actions

Medical Bills - Another Perspective

I am an open heart surgery survivor. That by itself makes me a lucky man. However couple that with the fact the entire procedure from beginning to hospital discharge cost me only $125.00 and you can reasonably call me lucky again.

Need a Lawyer? Four Tips to Finding the Right Lawyer

Although none of us ever hopes to be in the position of having to find a lawyer, life circumstances are such that all of us will probably need a lawyer at some point or another. When that time comes, will you know what to look for?

Get It in Writing - the Parol Evidence Rule

When a written agreement exists, it entirely takes the place of any oral agreements made either prior to the written agreement or subsequent to it.

Do School Children Have Any Right To Privacy

Can a school district require drug-testing of all students? Of all student athletes? Because drug testing is a search within the meaning of the Fourth Amendment, the federal courts have weighed in on the issue, giving sometimes conflicting answers.

Randall Suggs Reflects on Financial, Emotional Costs of Criminal Recidivism

One of the greatest benefits of creating effective rehabilitation programs for prisoners is public safety. Eventually, prisoners will be released, and without rehabilitation, the criminal justice system is a revolving door that does nothing to improve public safety. The government assumes responsibility for locking up prisoners, and they need to do something to ensure that those convicted won't get out and become repeat offenders.