Applying for Jobs with a Criminal Record: Know Your Rights
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Special Needs Trusts Allow You To Protect Your Disabled Loved One Upon Your Death
If you have a child or dependent who will require care long after you're gone, you'll want to seriously consider a special needs trust. A trust will allow your loved one to still receive disability-related benefits, while also giving their carers access to property and funds to continue properly caring for them upon your death. What are the Benefits? Instead of leaving a lump sum of money or other assets to a loved one who is either mentally or physically disabled, a special needs trust will allow them use of such things without jeopardizing the aid they already receive.
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Three Reasons To Hire An Attorney For Your Auto Accident Case
Dealing with an automobile accident is never an easy task, but it can be even more difficult if you have complicated legal proceedings to deal with afterward. Having someone on your side can make the entire process much more bearable. Here's a look at three of the biggest reasons you should hire an attorney to handle your auto accident case. Reason #1: They Know What Your Claim Is Worth If there's a theme in the reasons why you should let an attorney help you with your auto accident case, it's experience.
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5 Reasons Why You Need A Prenuptial Agreement
Are you engaged to be married? While you may be busy with wedding planning, it's also important that you take care of some financial planning. When you get married, you'll be combining incomes, assets, and even debt with your new spouse. While you'll likely have a long and happy marriage, it's always good to prepare for the possibility that you may not. In the event of a divorce, unwinding your combined finances could be tricky.
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What's In A Name?: Should You Change Your Name After Divorce?
In the past, it has been customary in America for women to change their names after marriage. Today, the standards are not so consistent. Many women choose to change their names, and some keep their last names. Some families hyphenate their names and others choose entirely new names. No matter what you choose to do during the marriage, you might want to change your name after a divorce. Of course, this is not always an easy decision.
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A Settlement After A Brain Injury Should Address Intangible Losses
If your spouse has suffered a traumatic brain injury, you have learned firsthand that this type of injury can cause significant personality changes. The two of you may plan to stay married, but the situation could be difficult if your spouse is quite a bit different than the person you knew before the accident. If you have not yet accepted a financial settlement, consult a personal injury lawyer to learn how much compensation you may actually deserve.
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.