If you have become disabled and are no longer able to work, then you are probably concerned about a number of issues. Aside from concern regarding the condition that has caused your health to decline, you are likely worrying about income. Luckily, you have the option of filing for disability through your employer, but doing so alone could cause a great deal more worry due to lack of understanding of the process and laws.
In many states, one of the penalties that comes with a DWI charge is that you may have to install an ignition interlock device. These devices aren't seen in the wild often and can often take people by surprise, especially first time offenders. Here's what you should know about them.
A Breathalyzer, Just for You
An ignition interlock device, or IID, works much like a breathalyzer. If you blow into it and your BAC is of a particular level, or if the device detects any alcohol, it will prevent your vehicle from starting.
Your divorce settlement will specify the distribution of your marital property, including real estate, vehicles and retirement accounts. No matter who owns the retirement account, it may be considered marital property. Any amount deposited into the 401(k) or other similar retirement accounts during the period of time you were married is fair game for distribution to your spouse in divorce. Money placed into the account prior to your marriage may not be included in the divorce, with few exceptions.
Drug smugglers have figured out innovative ways of making innocent people get drugs into the country. Since it can be very difficult to prove that drugs in your possession aren't yours, the best thing is to avoid such tricks in the first instance. Here are a few tips to help you avoid becoming an unwitting drug mule.
Do Not Carry Packages for Strangers
Most people know this, but you would still be surprised at how many people fall prey to this simple trick.
You've found the house of your dreams - the only problem is that you already put an offer down on another house before the one that you really want came on the market and it was accepted. Are you stuck with the contract, or can you get out of it? Here's a practical guide.
Can You Get Sued?
Yes, you can get sued if you try to back out of a contract once you've signed it.
