Applying for Jobs with a Criminal Record: Know Your Rights
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Maybe You Should Leave That Out: What Should Not Go Into A Will
It's important to have a will, but if you aren't careful when you make one out it could cause even more problems than not having one in the first place. Wills are perfect for addressing some matters and not so great for others, so read on to learn about some issues that might be better addressed using a different method. Your final arrangements: You would not be alone in thinking that a will is an appropriate location to discuss your funeral and burial plans, but when you consider the alternatives you might see how much better it might be to do that somewhere else.
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3 Key Tips When Hiring a Criminal Defense Attorney
If you've found yourself facing a criminal charge, it's important to hire a criminal defense attorney. This trained professional can compile evidence and do everything they can to lessen or remove your charges. For this to happen, though, you need to take these steps when hiring one of these defense attorneys. 1. Focus on Experience When criminal defense attorneys first start out, their legal fees may be more affordable as they're trying to build up their legal practice.
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The Domino Effect: Too Hurt To Work And Wage Garnishment
If you've suffered an on-the-job injury, you are probably entitled to certain benefits from your job's workers' comp. This form of insurance offers hurt workers a partial salary and medical expenses but may not work all that well for the long term. When your injury lasts several weeks or months, it can begin to affect your ability to make ends meet. Read on to learn more about the financial effects of being hurt while at work.
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Three Ways An Attorney Helps After You've Been In A Car Accident
When you're in a serious car accident, it can leave your mind in a whirl. You might be stressed out over your injuries, missing work, or the loss of your car. Being under stress and not knowing what to do can cause you to make bad decisions that could haunt you later on. This is why it's often a good idea to talk to a car accident attorney when you've been in an accident that causes injury or significant loss of income.
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Understanding HIV/AIDS, Your Residual Functioning Capacity, And Social Security
If you are suffering from HIV/AIDS, you already know how debilitating it can be to deal with the many symptoms. This medical condition can affect every aspect of your health, and it often means that the effects of the disease make it impossible to work at your job. Once you find that your symptoms are preventing you from working, you may be entitled to Social Security benefits. Read on to learn more about how the Social Security Administration (SSA) determines your level of disability when dealing with HIV/AIDS.
I'll be up front: I have a criminal record. As someone who's spent lots--and lots--of time looking for a job in my life, I've gotten used to being up front with this fact. It's difficult to get hired with this on my record, and frankly, it never gets less scary to have to tell an interviewer about it. But that doesn't mean I'm unemployable. I'm a hard worker who can bring a lot to any company. And I also know what an employer needs to do for me. I know my rights. There's no federal law protecting me from discrimination due to my record, but there are plenty of state laws that make it a little easier for me. If you're looking for a job and you have a criminal record, read through this information. Protect yourself during a job search. Know your rights.