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All About Child Molestation

Often we misuse the words ‘pedophile’ and ‘child molester’. We tend to use ‘pedophile’ to all offenders who sexually abuse children. But these two words are different in meaning.A pedophile refers to a man or woman who...
Blur LoterinaFebruary 23, 2005

The 7 Common Myths of Divorce

1. One lawyer is a good as another.There is a tremendous difference between lawyers. Some are down to earth and some are distant and hostile. Some call you back the same day and others wait 5 days to call you.
Howard IkenJanuary 11, 2006

Civil Partnerships

Civil Partnership Act 2004 The Civil Partnership Act 2004 came into force on the 5 December 2005 providing a long overdue legal recognition of same sex couples' rights.
Janine ByrneJanuary 20, 2006

Legal Terms – A Quick Guide

Legal issues and problems are stressful, complex and inevitable. If you get wrapped up in legal issues, it sometimes helps to understand the lingo being bandied about.
Richard A. ChapoSeptember 17, 2005

The New Drug Recall Lawyers

Given the monstrous size and profitability of drug companies, some plaintiff lawyers are considering focusing more of their practice on drug litigation.
Richard MartinJanuary 12, 2005

How to Select a Patent Attorney

Could you use a little help protecting your invention? If so, an attorney skilled in patent law is your best bet.As you can imagine, conveying your invention to someone who knows nothing about it will be difficult.
Lisa ParmleyAugust 25, 2005

Why Probate?

Why Probate?Nobody voluntarily chooses probate. People are too busy or preoccupied with health or other issues to plan. They pass away without a living trust and their heirs----usually their children---- find that they can’t sell Mom or...
David R. BakerFebruary 25, 2005

Innovative “No Win…No Pay…No Risk” Attorney Lawsuit Loan Provides Law Firms Savvy Financial Options

Law firms work long and hard to achieve financial success. Today however a team of professional financial consultants have developed innovative tools to assist law firms achieve even greater financial success via a unique program called “No...
Kari GrayFebruary 15, 2006

7 Advantages to Incorporating

There's no question that hard work and a little luck is what it takes to BE successful. But a little knowledge, especially when it comes to setting up your business, will help you STAY successful.
Alex GoumakosApril 24, 2002

Rights and Obligations with Prenuptial Agreement

Prenuptial agreements are like insurance policies. You do the paperwork, and then hope you'll never need it. However, since half of marriages end in divorce within the first seven years, you may want to consider a prenuptial agreement before...
Jeffrey BroobinSeptember 18, 2004