2016

Two Social Security Myths That Can Ruin Your Retirement

A lot of people have a lot of things to say about Social Security benefits. However, not everything that may be floating around in the public consciousness about this program is true. If you want to ensure you're well prepared for retirement, it's important you have accurate information upon which to base your decision making. Here's the truth about two common myths about Social Security. Myth #1 - Social Security Is Going Bankrupt

Key Terms To Know In A Personal Injury Case

If you can't see your target, you have to depend on luck to hit your target. If you do not understand how the law defines a personal injury case, you are metaphorically shooting at an unseen target. Thus, your first step when you consider filing a personal injury lawsuit is to understand how the law defines the situation that would allow you to file a suit. Negligence Most personal injury cases hinge on the idea that someone failed to perform some act and that said failure led to the injuries sustained by the plaintiff.

Post-Decree Motions: When The Divorce Is Over But The Legal Issues Aren't

If you've been going through a bitterly-fought divorce, you probably thought that the final decree was the end to your problems and a chance to move on with your life. Unfortunately, post-decree motions can drag you right back into the fray all over again. Unlike marriage, it only takes one person to start the ball rolling. What issues are likely to end up back in court? Is there anything you can do to stop it from happening?

How To Appeal A Denied Workers' Compensation Claim

If you get an injury at your workplace, you are legally entitled to get some benefits, such as compensation for the days you are unable to work and medical bills incurred. You can access these benefits by filing a workers' compensation claim and attaching all the required documents. However, your claim can be denied due to several reasons including failing to file it on time or your employer disputes that you were injured at work.

When Michigan's No-Fault Rule Doesn't Apply

In the state of Michigan, all drivers are required to carry what is commonly referred to as "no-fault" insurance coverage. One of the benefits of no-fault insurance is that your medical bills, rehabilitation and lost wages are all paid by your insurance company; you do not have to fight another driver's insurance company for reimbursement and in general are not allowed to sue the other party for these costs as well.