If you have been hurt in a car accident, you will likely be provided with a copy of the accident report. The accident report is filled with valuable information about the accident, the parties involved, and an opinion as to what caused it. Read on for a better understanding of the accident report.
How to Obtain the Accident Report
If you are provided with a copy at the scene, contact the law enforcement officers that cover the area of the accident.
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When you are hurting and out of commission because of an injury sustained in an accident, one of the last things that you probably feel like doing is dealing with the insurance company. Since they are trying to find out details of the accident and are trying to investigate the facts, they may be overwhelming you with information requests and phone calls.
If so, you should seriously consider hiring a lawyer who can help you.
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Probate can be confusing, especially for loved ones dealing with estate matters after a death. The same questions get asked often and the answers might help you better understand this legal process that almost always follows a death.
What is Probate?
Probate was created so that the belongings and debts of the deceased can be dealt with in a fair manner. It's governed by laws that vary slightly from state to state.
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Your will is an important estate planning tool that ensures the disposition of your assets is appointed based on your wishes. You will choose an executor to ensure your will is seen through the probate process. However, fraud in a will can occur and can interfere with the disposition of your assets and can nullify the will altogether, which then requires the court to step in. Here is what you need to know about will fraud and contesting a will:
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Are you an artist who wishes to sell or license your work? In that case, you will need to know your legal rights as a professional artist. A working knowledge of art law will help you avoid being taken advantage of or making mistakes that hurt you financially. Here is a look at some important aspects of art law.
Copyright
A copyright gives you legal ownership of your artwork. A crucial point to remember is that you do not need to register with the copyright office to have legal protections for your work.
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