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Statistically Speaking: Accidents and Arrests on the Fourth of July
By Joseph Fawbush, Esq. | Last updated on
The Fourth of July is a great holiday. Cookouts, BBQ, fireworks, and freedom: what could be better? Don't worry; FindLaw isn’t here to be a buzzkill. But we...
How Are Settlements Paid?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Updated by Melissa Bender, Esq. | Last updated on
So you've finally reached settlement in your case, but how do you get your money? Settlement payments can be made in a number of different ways: lump sum...
Houston Couple Rents Bat-Infested Home, Undergoes Horror Movie Experience
By Vaidehi Mehta, Esq. | Last updated on
A Texas couple is taking their former landlord to court over a neglected bat infestation that caused one of them and their dog some serious health...
Pool Safety and Healthy Swimming Tips
By David Goguen | Updated by Melanie Rauch, JD | Last updated on
With Memorial Day weekend just around the corner, and kids nationwide counting the days until summer vacation, it's a great time to make sure pools and spas...
Can You Be Sued for Not Stopping to Help?
By Aditi Mukherji, JD | Updated by Melissa Bender, Esq. | Last updated on
When you come across a person in distress -- y'know, the person drowning, choking, bleeding or burning (in the literal and not Alicia Keyes kind of way) -- can...
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...