Year: 2015

Watch Out for These Common Workplace Safety Issues When You’re on the Job

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No matter where you work, your employer has to abide by certain safety guidelines in the workplace. These guidelines, usually mandated by government agencies, ensure that workers stay free from injury and harassment and help to make sure that everyone uses good judgment around heavy machinery or while performing job duties. However, workplace safety issues can crop up, especially if an employer has been negligent with employee training or providing safety equipment. Regardless of whatRead more

How Could You Be Affected by a Semi Truck Accident?

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Each year, more than 20,000 people die as the result of traffic accidents, and around 2 million more sustain injuries. However, one of the most common risk factors in these accidents is the type of vehicle involved. Semi truck accidents can do some of the most damage to drivers of much smaller passenger vehicles, which can lead to personal injury litigation if the collision was severe enough. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reports thatRead more

The Little Expenses that Make Immigrant Life That Much More Expensive

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The U.S. immigration laws are bad – really, really bad. I’d say treatment of immigrants is one of the greatest injustices done in our government’s name,” Bill Gates once said. Immigrants of all economic statuses take monumental risks in the hopes of being welcomed into the United States. Those risks, after time, can start to add up. So what are the hidden costs associated with coming to America? Lawyering Want to stay in America forRead more

The Truth About Filing For Bankruptcy What You Should Know

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While it’s common for people to associate bankruptcy with many different stigmas, bankruptcy is actually the perfect opportunity to attain a fresh financial start. In fact, many people who have filed bankruptcy in the past later report that they have experienced personal growth, and that they are able to manage their finances. Many bankruptcy myths and negative associations are a far cry from what bankruptcy is actually about. For example, many people wrongfully assume thatRead more

A Private Detective in California is Using Drones to Conduct Investigations

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Throughout history, private investigation companies have often used every tool at their disposal to help their clients uncover the information they seek. Examples of their contributions to the field of investigation include the use of forensics, surveillance, cyber investigation and more; in previous times, some private investigation services would specifically hire children and woman, who were considered less capable of subterfuge, to act as private detectives. Whatever tactic is being used, however, most private investigatorsRead more

Looking For a Lawyer? Here’s What You Need to Know

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At one point or another in life, it’s likely you’ll need an attorney. Whether you’re starting a new business venture, filing a personal injury claim due to another’s negligence, getting a divorce, or filing for bankruptcy, you’ll to find an attorney to represent you, serve as your legal advocate, and help you navigate the court system. While in many of the aforementioned cases, you may be able to file a claim or lawsuit without legalRead more

YWCA of Spokane’s 10th Annual Spring Fling Silent Auction and Champagne Brunch This April

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The YWCA of Spokane is inviting you to bring your friends for a delightful, delectable brunch at its 10th Annual Spring Fling Silent Auction and Champagne Brunch on April 11 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Anthony’s, located at 510 North Lincoln, Spokane. Take in the expansive view of the gorgeous Spokane Falls while bidding on the silent auction’s myriad of high-end items, whose proceeds will go to the YWCA of Spokane and itsRead more

How to Increase Your Chances of Getting a Motorcycle Accident Settlement

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The road can be a pretty dangerous place for motorcyclists. In 2012, nearly 5,000 people died as a result of motorcycle crashes. Since motorcycles don’t offer much in the way of protecting riders in the event of an accident, injuries can be very severe. In accidents where another driver is at fault for the accident due to negligence, he or she is legally responsible for the injuries sustained because of it. If you’ve been inRead more

Three Crucial Ways to Protect Intellectual Property for Inventors and Entrepreneurs

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Intellectual property is the status given to everything from inventions of new and innovative processes to brand logos and creative written works. While it doesn’t necessarily protect an idea that a person has, intellectual property protection guards an individual or business’s creations to prevent what is known as intellectual property theft or infringement. For any business owner or person looking to make money off of a product, service, artistic or written work, or even aRead more

Three Important Points About DWI Laws That Drivers in Every State Should Know

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Although drunk driving laws differ from state to state, just like other traffic laws, there are a few rules and regulations about driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol that are pretty standard across the board — and are important things that you should keep in mind if you’re driving in any state: Pretty much everyone knows at this point the “legal limit,” or the point at which you’re breaking the law by drivingRead more