January 2013

Claiming for Compensation Following a Criminal Incident

January 31, 2013

Post regarding how to make a claim for compensation following a criminal attack. If you are the blameless victim of a violent crime you may be able to make a criminal attack claim for compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA). The rules governing criminal injury claims vary depending on the date your application […]

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What Is Premises Liability and Why Do I Need a Lawyer

January 28, 2013

Any person who owns property is responsible for the safety of any person that they invite onto their property. If any person injures themselves as the result of a slip or fall, equipment on the property, or the actions of the property owner, then they are entitled to damages to cover their medical costs. Accidents […]

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Four Common South Carolina Car Accident Causes

January 28, 2013

Being the victim of a car crash is a terrible experience that can leave a person not only physically impaired, but also emotionally drained. Unfortunately, legal battles after car crashes in South Carolina often only add to the stress of the situation. For the guilty party in South Carolina, the type of car crash could […]

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When Assault Requires Legal Action

January 26, 2013

Staying safe and protecting ourselves is more of an instinct than a specific goal we must reach each day. Being assaulted physically by someone can be a very scary and traumatic event. Not only does it invade on your personal space and well-being, it can also cause physical pain. It is unfortunate and wrong if […]

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Prerequisites for Filing Class Action Lawsuits

January 23, 2013

Fulfilling the Requirements before Filing a Class Action Lawsuit The federal court system has rules dissimilar to state courts. These rules are often procedural and outline a directed course when executing a legal action or challenge. We’ll briefly examine class action lawsuits in accordance to Federal Rules of Civil Procedure (The Committee on the Judiciary […]

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Social Media Scams are on the Rise

January 23, 2013

With the Internet’s increase in popularity, using social media and online communities has become commonplace for everyone from business owners to family members looking to stay in touch with one another. When you have a social media account, avoiding scams and potential theft attempts is still necessary to keep your identity protected as well as […]

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So You Had Your Identity Stolen. Now how do you save your credit?

January 21, 2013

Being deep in debt is a thoroughly unpleasant experience, especially when it is due to other people’s criminal activity, such as identity fraud. People who have experienced overwhelming debt describe it as a “crushing feeling” akin to drowning or asphyxiation. Debt is a major cause of personal stress and marital problems. Even when it’s not […]

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Reporting False Claims

January 18, 2013

Prior to Making an Accusation of Claims Fraud Before making an accusation against a contractor under claims fraud, understand first what a false claim is. Short-titled the “Lincoln Law,” under the False Claims Act (31 U.S.C. § 3729–3733) a non-government affiliated party may file an action against a federal contractor for claims fraud committed against […]

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The Elements of Mail Fraud

January 17, 2013

(US criminal law) Mail fraud is a federal crime in which the perpetrator develops a scheme using the U.S. mail system to defraud another of money or property. Such a crime typically involves a person or company obtaining money or anything of value from a victim by offering a product, service or investment opportunity that […]

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Do you know your drink drive limit?

January 16, 2013

Guest post regarding drink drive limits and recent research from LV. One in five UK drivers have no idea how many units are contained in any alcoholic drink, putting them at increased risk of drink driving, according to new research from LV=. With the Scottish Government recently consulting on plans to lower the drink drive […]

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