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What Is Obstruction of Justice?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Obstruction of justice covers a broad range of criminal charges that can be filed when a suspect somehow impedes or stands in the way of a criminal...
After a Tornado, 10 Tips for Insurance Claims
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Last updated on
After more than 80 tornadoes ravaged the Midwest and killed eight people on Sunday, homeowners will soon file insurance claims to begin the long process of...
When Is It Too Late to Respond to a Lawsuit?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Most of us don't expect to get sued. So getting served with a complaint or other legal process documents can be a surprise. And once you read the complaint,...
Is Illegal Immigration a Crime? Improper Entry v. Unlawful Presence
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
What's the illegal part of being an illegal immigrant? Is it a crime to simply be an undocumented immigrant residing in the United States? What about sneaking...
JPMorgan Chase Settles Sexist Parental Leave Lawsuits for $5M
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
While the U.S. may lag far behind other developed countries when it comes to mandating paid parental leave, many companies are at least catching up to the...
Summertime Injuries -- And Compensation -- for Workers
By William Vogeler, Esq. | Last updated on
Summer is here, and injuries are near. Sorry, the poet made me do it. But seriously, summertime injuries are about as predictable as heat waves and heatstroke....