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Contributory Negligence vs. Comparative Negligence

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Find out whether your state follows contributory negligence or comparative negligence laws and how that can affect your case. The term “negligence” covers a wide variety of personal injury lawsuits filed in the United States....Read More

Written by Matthew Carter, Esq.

Can You Legally Hurt Someone In Defense of Property?

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Are you allowed to harm someone else to protect your home, car, or other property? Find out how castle doctrine and other laws apply to defense of property.  Everyone knows that you have a legal...Read More

Written by Matthew Carter, Esq.

Injured By a Vaccine? Here Are Your Legal Options

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If you have been hurt by side effects from a vaccine, learn about the systems the government has in place to help you pursue legal action. Vaccines are an effective way to prevent the spread...Read More

Written by Matthew Carter, Esq.

How COVID-19 Affects Insurance Liability Claims

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COVID-19 presents unique and challenging issues for businesses. Learn about the types of related insurance claims and how carriers might handle your claim. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic became the biggest public health crisis in...Read More

Written by Matthew Carter, Esq.

Coronavirus Lawsuits: When the Pandemic Hits the Courts

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Thinking of pursuing a lawsuit related to COVID-19? Find out whether it’s worth your time based on the results of related litigation. Few things in 2020 changed society on such a global scale as the...Read More

Written by Matthew Carter, Esq.

An Overview of Police Brutality Cases in the United States

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Learn about the history of police brutality cases, excessive force statistics, and what you can do to seek compensation for injuries caused by police. The early 21st century has been a difficult time of social...Read More

Written by Matthew Carter, Esq.

What To Do After a Car Accident, Step by Step

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Make a plan to protect yourself physically and legally with this walkthrough of what to do after a crash. In the safety of our homes, browsing the internet, we all think that we know what...Read More

Written by Matthew Carter, Esq.

How To Fight Back Against Sexual Orientation Discrimination

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Learn how the laws against sexual orientation discrimination apply to your situation, whether it revolves around work, the housing market, or a private transaction. In the space of a few decades, LGBTQ people have made...Read More

Written by Matthew Carter, Esq.

How To Identify and Fight Financial Abuse

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Learn the warning signs of financial abuse towards the elderly, the disabled, and romantic partners. Get help with next steps and resources. Everyone needs money to survive, but not everybody is in a position to...Read More

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What To Do If Someone Files a Frivolous Lawsuit Against You

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Dealing with a frivolous lawsuit? Learn what to do if someone files this type of lawsuit against you and how to get it dismissed. Love them or hate them — and many people hate them — lawsuits...Read More

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