For businesses, litigation is that one thing that they hope they never have to deal with. It is expensive, time consuming and could potentially be unflattering to one's reputation. It can also have a negative impact on employee morale. Litigation can take months, if not years, to truly recover from. Therefore, businesses need to take steps to reduce the risk of litigation.
Tip #1: Put Agreements in Writing—and Sign Them
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No one ever leaves the house expecting to get in a car accident, but car accidents happen all of the time. Being involved in a car accident can be very traumatic and stressful, especially if there are injuries involved. When you're not at fault for a car accident, you are entitled to a financial settlement to replace or repair your vehicle, cover the cost of lost wages, and pay for medical bills that you may have if you were hurt.
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Have you been giving some thought to what will happen after you pass on? Do you want to make sure that your loved ones are taken care of after you are gone? Although nobody likes to think of such things, it's important to have a plan regarding what you want to have happen to your personal possessions and to any money that you might have when you pass on. This will help to eliminate any misunderstandings or confusion that your acquaintances, relatives, and heirs might have in regards to both your funeral and afterward.
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Every year, many people find themselves in a sticky situation in court, facing a DUI charge. They may have had a drink with friends at the club, went out after having some wine, or even enjoyed a beer at the game and thought they were fine to drive. The thing is, alcohol is a tricky substance, and most people do not understand completely how it affects the body, which is why so many people end up with a DUI when they believe they've done no wrong.
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One of the challenges of litigating a personal injury case is that you have a limited time to file a lawsuit with the court. Once the time limit expires, you will be barred from suing the liable party for damages. As strange as it may sound, the statute of limitations for suing for property damage is different than the one for physical injuries. Here's more information about this issue to help you properly prepare your case.
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