Nursing homes and assisted living facilities have become a common necessity as the population of the US lives longer and requires regular care in their twilight years. Sadly there are some companies that will, in order to increase their profit margin, take advantage...
A lawsuit can be a time consuming and stressful experience. While an attorney will help alleviate much of the stress, there will come a time where you must testify or provide written and verified responses. It is important to note that while no one can physically...
Arbitration is a trial like proceeding usually held by a private company such as American Arbitration Association or Judicate West. Arbitration follows many of the same proceedings as trial, including written discovery and depositions. The arbitrator may be a retired...
What damages can an heir claim in a wrongful death suit? The courts have allowed a great deal of leeway to juries and judges who are tasked with making an award to plaintiffs in a wrongful death suit. There are certainly many quantifiable numbers which could be...
Mediation is a proceeding which is often conducted by private companies but is sometimes also conducted by the courts. In most cases the parties, plaintiff(s) and defendant(s), are separated from each other but their attorney(s) stay with them. The mediator, a retired...