Medicare is a government-run health care program that primarily benefits people over the age of 65. After an accident, Medicare will pay for medical bills. However, if the recipient receives a personal injury settlement or court award, Medicare has the right to seek reimbursement for any medical treatment related to the accident that led to the claim. These are known...
In the past, an affair used to have a significant impact on your divorce. If you could show that your ex was having an affair, you’d have a better chance of getting the divorce terms you want, like a larger share of the marital assets or even sole custody of your children. In addition, adultery could result in both criminal...
How long does it take to settle an accident claim? If you were injured in a road accident, you can file a lawsuit against the other driver. If, the other driver is at fault, you’ll almost certainly file a claim against the other driver for damages. If you’re like most people, you’ve never dealt with a personal injury claim resulting...
What if the victim wants to drop the charges, but the prosecutor won’t do it? Consider the following scenario: the defendant seriously injured his spouse by punching, kicking, or choking her. The spouse or someone she knows (family, friends, neighbors, etc.) has reported the incident to the police. The cops show up and begin gathering evidence in preparation for a...
Is it better to have a divorce lawyer who is the same or different gender than me? Clients frequently request that a divorce lawyer of a specific gender represent them. Some women, for example, may think that having a female legal adviser will help their lawyer understand their situation better. That is unquestionably an important factor to consider. The client...
Experiencing a personal injury can be a traumatic experience. When someone is hurt due to someone else’s negligence, the survivor has the right to file a personal injury claim to recover damages. Depending on the circumstances, this phase will take months or even years. Your lawyers will walk you through the process and make sure you have the best chance of...
Sentencing guidelines are rules for deciding the appropriate sentence for anyone who has been convicted of a crime in federal court, depending on the nature of the crime and the offender’s criminal background. In simple terms, it is the collection of rules and standards that a trial court judge uses to determine the appropriate punishment for a criminal who has...
The Supreme Court of New Hampshire has expanded the concept of adultery to include same-sex infidelity. The issue came up during Molly and Robert Blaisdell’s divorce proceedings in the Manchester Family Division The husband demanded a divorce on the grounds of adultery, claiming that his wife had an affair with another woman. A lower court rejected his petition based on...
Getting into a car accident is scary. There are no ands, ifs, or buts about it. Once you’ve spoken with the police, seen a doctor (or even taken a ride in an ambulance), you’re left trying to figure out how to put the pieces of your life back together. In fact, oftentimes, many car accidents leave individuals with permanent injuries...
If you’ve found yourself in the middle of a criminal case and have been struggling to understand some of the terms used throughout the process, don’t feel alone. Times like these can be confusing, frustrating, and down right scary. If you’re facing jail time the fear you’re feeling can be overwhelming. Part of the sentencing process for criminal cases can...
