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How To Deal With Emotions During Divorce Mediation

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If you are preparing for divorce mediation, you have probably been advised to leave your emotions out of it. Unfortunately, emotion is an integral part of a divorce and you can’t just wish it away, but you can learn to deal with it. Here are four practical ways to deal with your emotions during mediation: Ask For a Break If the negotiations get too emotional, ask the mediator for a short break to help you cool down.…

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4 Things To Keep In Mind To Determine If You Were Offered A Fair Auto-Accident Settlement

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If you were recently involved in an auto accident, and were just offered a settlement by your insurance company, you need to make sure that the settlement is fair and takes care of all of your needs. Here are four different areas you need to take into consideration when determining if your settlement offer was fair or not. #1 Medical Care The first thing that you need to take into consideration is the cost of your medical care.…

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How To Calculate A Fair Settlement After An Accident For Your Insurance Demand Letter

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After you have been in an accident, you are going to have to work with your insurance company to get the compensation that you deserve following your accident. When you are involved in an extensive accident where you suffered injuries to both yourself and your property, you need to make sure that you are happy with the entire settlement. Here is how you calculate your expenses to determine if you are being offered a fair settlement.…

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How Has A Recent Decision Changed The Way Divorced Parents Pay For College In Indiana?

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If you and your ex-spouse are co-parenting one or more kids who hope to attend college soon, you may be wondering exactly how you’re going to pay these expenses – and whether your ex-spouse is obligated to help. While many states allow trial judges to order one (or both) parents to shoulder the cost of a child’s college or even post-graduate expenses, the procedure (and amount each parent must pay) can vary widely from jurisdiction to jurisdiction.…

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Filing For Social Security Disability Benefits? 4 Steps To Avoid Complications During The Application Process

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If it’s time to file for social security disability benefits, you can avoid many of the common headaches by staying ahead of the game. When it comes to dealing with the Social Security Administration, it’s important to note that the representatives you’ll be working with have specific procedures that they need to follow. Those procedures are designed to make the process run smoother. You can help your end of the process run smoother by following your own specific procedures.…

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Fatherhood And Claiming Paternity

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If you’ve recently been notified that you are a father, you are likely reeling and confused, particularly if your relationship with the mom was “on-again, off-again.” You may have doubts about whether or not you are really the father, but want to do the right thing by the baby. Read on to learn why accepting claims of paternity without requiring proof could turn out to be a very bad move.…

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Making Quick Work Of Divorce

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Many people assume that so-called “quickie” divorces are still widely available for those who wish to part ways in a fast and efficient manner. In fact, the quickie divorce of old is no longer available here in the United States. There are still some faster-than-usual ways to divorce both here in the U.S. and by hopping the border. Here is how you can quickly get out of a marriage contract.…

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Three Times You Can't Live Without A Business Attorney

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Many small business owners set up shop and focus on daily operations and expanding their client base. They don’t think about legal issues, or how to handle legal issues, until after the need for an attorney arises. It can be difficult to make an informed choice when choosing an attorney in the midst of a legal battle. As a result, while hardly any small business can afford to have an attorney on the corporate payroll, it is highly beneficial to have an attorney that deals with small business issues on retainer to handle the following legal issues that may pop up in the course of doing business.…

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4 Things You May Not Know About Personal Injury Cases

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Personal injury cases should be filed for if you were injured by another driver, you were injured on someone’s property because of their negligence, or anytime you were injured due to the fault of another. Here are four things you may not know specifically about personal injury cases that you should know if you are ever deciding whether or not to file a claim: ​​Some Personal Injury Attorneys Work on a Contingency Basis: One reason people don’t hire a personal injury attorney when they need one is because they don’t believe they can afford the attorney fees.…

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How To Gauge The Strength Of An Injury Case During The Initial Legal Consultation

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The initial consultation with an accident lawyer can tell you a lot about your case. For example, after the consultation, you should know whether you have a strong or weak case. However, this is only possible if you ask or talk about the right things. Here are four topics of discussion that can help you gauge the strength of your case: Liability One of the first things your lawyer will want to know is who was at fault for the accident that caused your injuries.…

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