Avoid These Common Application Mistakes When You Apply For Social Security Disability

If you are in the process of applying for social security disability benefits, make sure that you avoid the common mistakes outlined below that many applicants make.  #1 Not Getting Help Right Away Filing for social security disability benefits is not as simple as filing out a few forms and quickly getting approved. It is a multiple-step process where you have to prove how much money you were making, prove that your disability fits the qualifications and prove that you meet all other criteria as well. Read More 

Are Non-Compete Clauses Legal And Enforceable?

As a business owner, you trust your employees with a lot of specialized information. If one of your workers were to go to a competitor, they might share some important business or trade secrets. So you've been thinking about having your employees -- current and future -- sign non-compete agreements to protect you and your business. What's the best way to do this? Find Out What Legal Restrictions Exist on Non-Compete Clauses Read More 

Is A Collaborative Divorce Right For You?

If you are interested in using a non-adversarial method of marriage dissolution, a collaborative divorce could be for you. This relatively recent incarnation of the divorce process involves taking a team approach and leaving behind the acrimony and contentious nature of divorces that are normally decided by a family court judge. This type of divorce is not for everyone, however, so read on to learn more about what's involved in the collaborative divorce process. Read More 

Should You Refuse To Submit Chemical Testing?

Although it's not the only evidence available to them, prosecutors often rely on the results of chemical testing to help convict people of driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges. Therefore, a common question many people who are pulled over for suspicion of driving while intoxicated have is whether refusing to submit to chemical testing is a good idea. Here's what you need to know about the legality and wisdom of this option. Read More 

How Gender May Affect Your Car Accident Claim

Gender has a subtle influence on the amount of settlement you may receive after a car accident. Some of the effects may not even be apparent to you. Here are four ways in which your gender may affect your claim: Gender Stereotypes During Negotiations Real or perceived gender stereotypes may scuttle your settlement negotiations. For example, injury victims who perceive female adjusters as more "honest" and free from negotiation "games" give unnecessary leverage to the adjusters. Read More