Married Or Cohabiting? Understanding Common Law Marriage

Most people have heard of common law marriage, but most would probably be surprised to find that this unusual form of marriage is still legal in some places. To claim that you are common law married is a far different thing than simply living together for a certain length of time. Read on for a better understanding of this concept and how to dissolve that relationship. Where Common Law Marriage is Legal [Read More]

Going To Be Doing A Lot Of Driving During The Holidays? 3 Things To Do If You're In An Accident

The holidays can be quite chaotic, especially when it comes driving in the traffic. With all the people heading out to parties, and to the malls for last-minute shopping, it shouldn't be shocking that accident statistics go up. In fact, statistics show that the holidays are among the most dangerous for drivers. If you're involved in a car accident while you're out and about for the holidays, here are three steps you can take that will help you avoid problems with your claim. [Read More]

Violations Of The Anti-Trust Laws: Why You Can Be Sued By Competitors

Civil litigation lawyers carry a heavy case load. This is due to the fact that civil litigation covers everything left behind after criminal law takes their case load off the table. One of the most interesting branches of civil litigation is the anti-trust branch. This directly affects you and your corporation while in operation. If you have recently inherited this corporation, or bought this as your first corporation to run, you should know that anti-trust laws allow competitors to sue you under the following conditions. [Read More]

Divorce And Restraining Orders: What You Need To Know

Getting a divorce and dealing with custody, finances, and other matters can be a very emotional time. If your divorce is not amicable, the heated feelings could cause some dangers. If you feel threatened by your former spouse, a restraining order may be necessary. The order can be temporary or permanent and is intended to protect you from harm. In some cases, that restraining order can be violated. It is illegal to do so and is punishable by law. [Read More]