Sharing the road with large trucks can feel intimidating, especially to new drivers. Trucks are more massive than most other vehicles on the road, so regular motorists might need to learn how to navigate around them safely. Understanding ways to share the road with...
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3 reasons you might modify your parenting time arrangement
Even after a divorce, you must still maintain functional relations with your ex-spouse for the sake of your child. This entails creating and upholding a fair parenting time arrangement, as well as modifying that arrangement when necessary. You and your co-parent...
How do dropping marriage rates affect divorce rates?
It goes without saying that the rise and fall of marriage rates invariably affect divorce rates, and vice-versa. A downward trend in marriages can sometimes accompany a rise in divorces, while at other times the two might fall in tandem. Marriage and divorce rates are...
Who is liable for vehicle accidents that occur on black ice?
When a devasting motor vehicle accident occurs on black ice or during inclement winter weather, drivers might be quick to blame the elements. Though nobody can control the weather, it often remains true that at least one party is liable for an accident even if it...
How does a prior record affect criminal prosecution?
Credibility is not an easy thing to measure. If you or a witness have a criminal history, the judge or jury has the legal right to use this to determine trustworthiness. Prior convictions are not admissible as evidence to prove a defendant’s guilt. However, the...
What you should know about comparative negligence
Comparative negligence assigns degrees of fault or liability to you and other parties involved in a car accident. Courts use this doctrine to determine how much each party must pay for damages. By understanding comparative negligence and its implications, you can...
How a lawyer can help you with divorce planning
The decision to divorce can be a difficult process. You must have a plan of action to ensure that you do not make matters even more difficult. One of the key questions to consider is when to involve a lawyer in your divorce planning. A lawyer can help provide clarity...
What are the consequences of shoplifting as a juvenile offense?
Shoplifting, as with any other form of theft, is a serious offense regardless of the age of the person responsible. If your child faces shoplifting charges in the state of Wisconsin, you might understandably wish to know how severe the consequences can be. Juvenile...
Drowsy driving and work-related sleep disruption
Drowsy driving is a significant cause of motor vehicle accidents. Measuring the impact of tired driving is difficult. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates that drowsiness contributed to 91,000 accidents in 2017. However, they say that many...
How will the law deal with your student debt during a divorce?
There is nothing simple about divorce, and divvying up student loans can be complex. Quite a few factors can affect how laws deal with student loans during a divorce. That said, there are a few things people can do to help understand who will be responsible for what....
