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What Happens When a Jury Is Deadlocked?
By Tanya Roth, Esq. | Updated by Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
As the jury in the corruption and fraud trial for former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich enters its thirteenth day of deliberations, there is still no...
When Do Therapists Have to Disclose Threats?
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
Mental health professionals typically have a duty to maintain doctor-patient confidentiality with their clients under HIPAA. This confidentiality covers...
What You Need to Know About Hurricane Safety
By Deanne Katz, Esq. | Updated by Melanie Rauch, JD | Last updated on
Hurricane Sandy is ramping up in parts of the country and one of the threats she's bringing is a risk of injuries from sources that are otherwise safe. It's...
Can Children Be Sued?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Updated by Melissa Bender, Esq. | Last updated on
While it might not be a great motivator for children to behave, children can potentially be sued for their actions. But it's usually the parents who foot the...
Legal How-To: Getting Medical Records for Your Case
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Updated by Melissa Bender, Esq. | Last updated on
Medical records may be the foundation of your injury claim or the linchpin of your defense. But getting medical records for your lawsuit can be difficult. The...
Things to Do Before You Get Married
By Jenny Tsay, Esq. | Updated by Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
When it comes to walking down the aisle, you'll want to be prepared. While things like color schemes or music for your wedding ceremony may come to mind, there...
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