The law protects people from unfair business practices. For instance, a company can’t misrepresent their products or services in their advertising. They can’t use other deceptive business practices either, in accordance with the Deceptive Trade Practices Act (DTPA) of course. Despite these consumer protections, some companies flout the law. When this happens, you should immediately […]
What are the Types of Property Crime?
Property crime is any illegal activity that involves the destruction or transfer of property whether or not an act of violence is used or threatened in doing so. It is essential that people understand the definition of property crimes in the United States. More so people who live in Austin, where the rates of property […]
5 Common Estate Planning Mistakes That Could Cost You a Fortune
“We always place estate planning on the back-burner. It’s usually because it pertains to a subject we all have a hard time talking about – our own mortality.” When it comes to administering your assets, it is best to organize every single detail. With the rising life expectancy, it’s easy to assume you can avoid […]
Protecting Your LGBTQ Rights in Texas
Two decades ago, it would have been taboo to speak about LGBTers and their sexual orientation. Due to this stigma, having an open dialogue was nearly impossible at the time. Although the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriages in 2015, there’s still no federal laws that protect LGBTQ rights in Texas. Nonetheless, despite advancements made, Americans […]
Personal Injury Lawyers: Who Are They and What Makes A Good One
While there’s no set guideline to hiring a personal injury lawyer, it’s always important seek one out after incidents where you or a loved one sustained injuries or damages. This is especially true if you weren’t responsible for the factors that caused those injuries. It is imperative that you don’t go into these situations without proper consul. […]
Getting The Most Out of a Car Accident Settlement
Car accidents are avoidable. However, when they do occur, it is imperative to hold aggressors accountable for their negligence. In any case, if the negligent party refuses to do so, here are some guidelines on how to file for a car accident settlement: Analyze the Entire Event Thoroughly Collect witness statements, medical and police reports to act […]
What Is A Prenuptial Agreement and What Does It Protect?
Immediately after Jeff Bezos and his wife split amicably, word got out that their marriage didn’t have a prenuptial arrangement. In an instant, Bezos’s $137 Billion fortune, much like the couple was divided in half. Nobody with such a significant amount of money should follow their lead. That leads us to ask many questions. What […]
White Collar Crime vs. Blue Collar Crime
The definition of crime itself has long been the topic of debate. Semantics, the nature of the crime committed, its motives and their collective importance pale in comparison to their result – harm. Whether the harm is physical, psychological, or financial, crimes impact their victim and their communities negatively. The differences between white-collar crime and […]
Criminal Sentencing Laws
In the United States, sentencing laws vary from state to state. However, all sentences in the US must conform to the US Constitution, which sets basic foundations, and then each state passes its own policies. For example, take the death penalty into account. Capital punishment is permissible by federal law in the United States. Although that […]
Slips, Falls & Other Workplace Injuries
According to Industrial Safety & Occupational Health Markets, 85% of worker’s compensation claims are attributed to employees slipping on slick floors. 22% of slip and fall incidents resulted in more than 31 days away from work, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. This means that it is very easy to get injured in the workplace. […]
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