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What Do I Do If I’m Injured on a Construction Site?
Posted on February 6th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
All workplaces can be dangerous, but the construction industry is especially so given the type of work employees perform. Injuries are common, and while workers’ compensation is usually responsible for covering the costs associated with those injuries, an employer may not be the only party responsible. If you were injured in an incident that happened […]
Estate Planning After Children
Posted on February 6th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Having children is a life-changing event in many ways. In the commotion of it all, don’t forget to plan for today and tomorrow with estate planning documents. Plan for Today Create “living documents”, which cover your needs, and therefore your children’s needs, in the event of your incapacitation. This includes a financial power of attorney, […]
Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Claims
Posted on February 5th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Families of a deceased person may bring a wrongful death claim when the deceased passes away due to someone’s negligence. This lawsuit lets the survivors recover economic and non-economic damages. A wrongful death case is extremely complex. There are many laws that govern when, how and who can bring a claim. The time frame for […]
Common Questions About Vehicle Safety Systems
Posted on February 5th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Vehicle safety systems can certainly play a helpful role when you get behind the wheel to drive from one destination to the next. However, despite the advantages, it’s important to be aware that you can’t rely fully on a vehicle safety system to prevent an accident. If you are considering a vehicle with this feature, […]
Defenses for Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Posted on February 5th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
If you were accused of sexual harassment in the workplace, then you must turn to a sex crimes attorney, like a top sex crimes attorney in DC, attorney right away for help. Sexual harassment accusations are very serious, and it is ill-advised to deal with this alone without support from a legal professional who is […]
How to Fight Back Against Debt Collection Robocalls
Posted on February 1st, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Bankruptcy Lawyer Debt collection calls to a person’s cell phone may be painfully annoying, especially when a collector calls multiple times per day. It may get so bad to where a consumer doesn’t even answer an unrecognized number, out of assumption that it is just another robot message. As a consumer, it is important that […]
The Importance of a Brain Injury Lawyer
Posted on January 26th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Brain injuries can be devastating, though not every brain injury is. They run the gamut from extremely mild to extremely severe. What you experience will probably be different than what another individual experiences. One sufferer might have an end in sight with a physical impairment that can be remedied, while another might have irreversible, life-long […]
Nursing Home Residents: Which Rights Are the Most Commonly Violated?
Posted on January 19th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Personal Injury Lawyer When an elderly loved one’s health declines, you may have to make the decision to move him or her into a full-time care facility. This can be a difficult choice; however, it may be necessary when your family member can no longer feed, clothe or bathe alone and needs assistance to continue […]
Trust Litigation Lawyer
Posted on January 19th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
For many people with a moderately-sized estate, a trust will be the best way to pass on assets, property, and financial wealth to a beneficiary. Although a trust tends to offer a decreased risk of a dispute, there is always the possibility of that occurring. If you or a family member is disputing over a […]
Do I Need an Attorney if My Wages are Being Garnished?
Posted on January 18th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Bankruptcy Lawyer If you owe money to your creditors, one way for them to collect the debt that you have neglected to pay is to garnish your wages. Do you need the help of an attorney if your wages are being garnished and you want to challenge the amount or the garnishment? Can you do […]