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What Should You Not Do Before Bankruptcy
Posted on April 28th, 2017 by lawyeradmin
Transfer Assets Out of Your Name Some people think they can try to play games and give assets away to relatives or transfer assets to other people. What they may not realize is the potential liability they are creating themselves up to, both criminally and in potentially having their bankruptcy denied. Part of the bankruptcy […]
Accidental Shooting
Posted on April 21st, 2017 by lawyeradmin
Guns are a controversial topic in America, but regardless of your political stance on them they are a reality and a feature of many homes. Many Americans own guns for either home defense or sport, and do so safely. Still, every gun owner must be aware of the responsibilities that come with having the weapon, […]
DUI: Don’t Try to Do-It-Yourself
Posted on April 10th, 2017 by lawyeradmin
Every day when I walk into court, I find 5-6 people who have shown up for a trial on an “incarcerable” charge – one that carries the possibility of jail time – who think they might be able to save money by not hiring an attorney to represent them. Usually, by the time the judge […]
What to Know About Multi-Party Lawsuits Resulting from an Accident
Posted on February 24th, 2017 by lawyeradmin
What to Know About Multi-Party Lawsuits Resulting from an Accident If you are are in a car accident, it can be a traumatic experience for all parties involved. The accident can result in extensive damage, pain and suffering, and thousands of dollars in health care costs. This can lead to several lawsuits between the different […]
Choosing a Legal Entity Form for Your Business: The Corporation
Posted on February 10th, 2017 by lawyeradmin
Suppose you are thinking about starting or growing a business. Have you thought about which form of business entity you will use? As a business lawyer Memphis, TN calls upon for business “know how” help, we can help guide you in selecting the most advantageous form of legal business entity for your business. We will […]
Common Joint Injuries for Car Accident Victims
Posted on October 25th, 2016 by Joe Pioletti
Aside from muscle strains, joint injuries are probably the most common injuries sustained in motor vehicle accidents. Joint pain will likely improve over six to eight weeks, but it might even linger for years or even a lifetime. Victims are often referred for treatment to orthopedists by their primary care physicians. Some of the most […]
Child Custody Arrangements in Illinois: What if my partner and I disagree?
Posted on October 18th, 2016 by Joe Pioletti
Negotiating who gets to spend time with the children on a continuous schedule can be a very stressful time for either parent. Determining who gets the children on birthdays, holidays, and special events can be taxing. While arrangements need to be made in advance in order to provide stability for the children, it is possible […]
Cocaine – Not a pound of baking flour in Illinois
Posted on September 7th, 2016 by Joe Pioletti
Walk around the streets of Illinois with a pound of baking flour, and you can be assured that you will not be arrested, but have some (less than an ounce) of cocaine on your person, and the rules severely and drastically change. Cocaine is derived from the coca bush, which is a plant native to […]
Divorce Laws in Illinois
Posted on August 7th, 2016 by Joe Pioletti
The State of Illinois will order a judgement of divorce if one party was a legal resident living in the state for 90 consecutive days. There are several grounds for filing for a divorce, the first being, no fault. A no fault divorce, basically means, that the couple has been living separately for more than […]
Can The Police Order Me Out of My Car?
Posted on July 7th, 2016 by Joe Pioletti
There are many misconceptions concerning traffic stops and what law enforcement is lawfully allowed to do when they have stopped you. One of the questions often asked is if the police are allowed to make you get out of the car once they have stopped you. Read further to learn what other rights you […]