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When someone makes false statements about your business, you may sue them for slander. From a legal standpoint, the word “slander” refers to oral or spoken defamation. However, to file a lawsuit for slander, you must have been present or overheard the slanderous remarks from the speaker.The issue… Read more
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Birth control is intended to be an effective way to help couples plan their lives by avoiding unwanted pregnancies. While most birth controls are generally safe, some are unfortunately not. In fact, some birth controls come with undesirable side effects, including hair loss. Here's everything… Read more
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No matter how routine the procedure, surgery always carries risks. When things go wrong, the consequences can be life-altering or even fatal. While some complications are unavoidable, others are the result of preventable surgical errors. When these mistakes happen due to negligence, the… Read more
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When a natural disaster, plumbing problem, or accident damages your home, you might take comfort from the fact that you are covered by a homeowners insurance policy. However, in reality, getting what you deserve from an insurance company can turn into an endless battle that could go on for months… Read more
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Losing a loved one is one of the most devastating experiences anyone can go through. When that death results from someone else's negligence or intentional actions, the grief can be compounded by feelings of anger and confusion. In these cases, a wrongful death lawsuit may provide families with… Read more
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A data breach does not always end when a company sends a notice. For affected consumers, that may be when the next risk begins.After personal information is exposed, scammers may try to use that data to make their messages seem more convincing. They may know a person’s name, email address, phone… Read more
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Picture this: you've fought bravely for your country, and now, you're ready for retirement. Further down the road, things don't go as planned. In fact, instead of enjoying a beautiful life of retirement, you realize you have one more battle to fight — the benefits you or your loved ones deserve due… Read more
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The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) is a cornerstone of workers’ rights in the United States. Enacted in 1938, the FLSA established essential workplace protections that millions of employees still depend on today. From setting minimum wage standards to regulating overtime pay and prohibiting… Read more
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While fast-food chain restaurants offer the hungry and hurried a quick fix, customers may find that these speedy and low-priced businesses can also serve up accidents and injuries—often due to poorly trained staff, unclean or badly managed kitchens and dining areas, and even improperly stored food.… Read more
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There are many reasons someone may be fired from their job, but sometimes these reasons aren’t fair. In some cases, they may even be illegal. That’s often called wrongful termination, wrongful discharge, or wrongful dismissal. So what’s wrongful about it? And why does it matter? … Read more
