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Legal Challenges and Debates Surrounding U.S. Overtime Rules
Business groups are currently questioning the U.S. Labor Department's updated overtime rule—a decision that could unexpectedly complicate matters for employers. These groups argue the new rule, which ...
Essential Guide to Understanding Medical Power of Attorney
A Medical Power of Attorney (POA) is a legal document. It lets you choose a person you trust to make healthcare decisions for you if you can't make them yourself. This might happen if you're too ill or injur...
What Happens If an Accident Makes a Pre-Existing Injury Worse?
Many people aren’t in perfect health when an accident happens. You may have an old injury or a chronic health problem like back pain, arthritis, or diabetes before you get hurt in a car crash or a slip-and...
Leaving an Inheritance for Children – What You Need to Know
It’s important for parents to plan not just who will take care of their kids if they pass away, but also who will manage any money or property the children inherit. If your children are still young when ...
Meal and Rest Breaks: What Are Your Rights at Work?
Most companies give employees a break to eat lunch or rest during the day. Sometimes these breaks are paid, and sometimes they are not. However, not every employer is required to give you breaks. Federal Law and B...
The Challenge of Unjust Evictions: Rallying for Change and Empowerment in Public Housing
In the heart of Richmond, a disconcerting pattern has emerged among public housing estates, casting a shadow over the lives of many residents through unjust eviction proceedings caused ...
Senior Citizens and Bankruptcy: What You Need to Know
As costs for health care and living expenses continue to rise, many older Americans find themselves considering bankruptcy as a way to manage their debts. While there are some benefits for seniors thinking about bankr...
Wrongful Termination: Understanding Your Rights and Taking Action
If you've lost your job and believe it was unjust, you might be facing wrongful termination. This occurs when an employer fires an employee for illegal reasons. Below, we outline what counts as w...
Why Estate Planning Is Important for Every American
Thinking about what happens after you die is uncomfortable for many, but not planning ahead can cause serious problems for your loved ones. Even though a massive $84 trillion is expected to be handed down in the next fe...