Judicial determination of child custody laws can be interpreted in various ways and take different forms. Since divorce laws are legislated under the state’s sovereignty, each state has its own procedural and substantive laws. This article explains the different types of child custody laws and how the courts decide custody issues. Dividing Custodial Rights Between […]

Several key players make up a personal injury trial. This article will explain each of the player’s roles within the context of the different phases of the personal injury trial. The Key Players in A Personal Injury Trial Role of the Judge The judge presides over all aspects of the trial. The judge manages the […]

Sexual harassment in the workplace is a specific kind of employment discrimination. It occurs when someone at your workplace, such as a supervisor or coworker, says or does something to make an employee feel uncomfortable or intimidated. This article includes a brief history and summary of sexual harassment in the workplace and the legal rights […]

Your parents are in their 80s or 90s and cannot take care of themselves anymore. They need a caregiver, but you cannot do it yourself. It would help if you got a caregiver, but aside from figuring out how to pay for this, you also worry about the potential risks of abuse. Elder abuse by […]

This article covers questions you may have on the pre-indictment phase in Federal Court. It covers the period before a Grand Jury is empaneled to hear the prosecutor’s evidence against you based on their criminal investigation so far.  At this point, charges have not been filed, but prosecutors and agents will likely still investigate you. […]

What is a Last Will and Testament? A “will,” also sometimes referred to as one’s “last will and testament,” is a legal document that disposes of your “estate” upon your death. Your “estate” is all your money, personal and real property. If you have a simple estate plan (such as the desire to leave your […]

Bankruptcy Lawyers Can Help You Resolve Debt and Defend Against Lawsuits Retaining a Debt and Bankruptcy lawyer as early in the debt collection process will help you navigate the legal process. Yes, bankruptcy lawyers can represent you in the filing of bankruptcy, but they can also assist you in defending debt-collection lawsuits. This article covers […]

When they first purchase their home, most property owners pay little to no attention to local zoning and land use laws until they face a legal dispute with a neighbor or city official. The legal rights and obligations concerning a person’s property ownership and use can become an expensive legal battle, especially if their property […]

Millions of Americans face eviction with nowhere to go every year. If you know your legal rights, you can fight the eviction while you make other arrangements. This article looks at the landlord-tenant eviction process. Common Legal Reasons For Evicting A Tenant The most common reason for tenant eviction is failure to pay rent. Assuming […]

Prolonged and escalating periods of burnout can lead to clinical depression and other severe health conditions. This article covers the various stages of the job burnout cycle and the critical importance of reaching out for professional help as early as possible The Job Burnout Cycle Burnout is not a medical term The term burnout is […]

How many of your decisions are motivated by emotions with belated realization? Modern scientific rationality has us believe that we are capable of making emotionless logical decisions, yet, countless examples from the stock market to choosing a career have indicated that the imprints of our feelings on our life paths remain deep, or even deeper, […]

There are normal states of anxiety, and there are abnormal states of anxiety. And sometimes, both types of anxiety can co-exist at the same time. This article will focus on understanding some of the most common anxiety disorders, what causes them, and how they are clinically treated. Types Of Anxiety Normal states of anxiety All […]

The idea of getting a pet may have crossed your mind at least once in your life. Even if you are not a pet lover, you may have taken comfort in the fluffy, cuddly, and non-judgmental presence of a puppy or a kitten. Or you would rather bask in the calm energy of a horse, […]

Developing a regular meditation practice helps liberate you from reacting to trouble with fear, anxiety, and panic. Meditation grounds you in the present moment. A place of calm being, not fearing – an interior space where you can then focus on what needs to be done. Sometimes this can be done best through the practice […]

The Movement Of Dance Dance and movement therapy integrates the physical experience of dance with the thinking experience of the mind. The integration opens in us an energetic feedback loop in which information can flow in both directions, between body and mind, and forms a common language. Dance and movement therapy can help us close […]

The mission of Adult Children of Alcoholics is to support and advocate for all children of adult alcoholics and their families. Being A Child Of An Alcoholic Research shows alcoholism tends to run in families When children are exposed to an environment saturated with alcoholism and dysfunction, their chances of abusing alcohol themselves increase four […]

Do you find it hard to clear your mind of thoughts while meditating? This is challenging when you are facing a quagmire and need to harness your mental focus to puzzle through the issue. Letting go of distracting thoughts is an important aspect of most traditional meditation practices. But letting go of thoughts is just […]

Loneliness has been declared an epidemic. Pandemic lockdowns have made it worse, with people describing their lonely experience as “wandering through a void of nothingness,” “a constant physical emptiness in their chest,” or “a dull ache in their stomach.” Loneliness is so commonly felt that it may be the only thing that people from all walks […]

When anxious thoughts race through your mind, do you feel like your heart can jump out of your ribcage? When a wave of anger burns through your heart, is it complex for you to articulate coherent thoughts? These are just some instances where your heart and mind work in tandem. Like a duet, one does […]

Have you done something you thought was inappropriate and called yourself a terrible person, but then the pain of being insensitive and cruel was so much that you brushed it off as no big deal and then did something even worse? Many of us are inclined to be cruel to ourselves when things go badly […]

Unemployment insurance aims to provide laid-off workers with temporary financial assistance. Each state administers its unemployment insurance program based on federal unemployment guidelines and requirements. How To File For Unemployment You will need to file for unemployment online, by telephone, or in person at your local unemployment office. Be prepared to provide them with information […]

Looking for a new job? Whether you dream about resigning from your current role or applying for your very first career opportunity, you must be realistic. In the job search process, it takes time before landing that first interview. While more than half of U.S. people expect the whole procedure to last less than 2 […]

Working Online From Home The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that nearly a third of all eligible workers qualify as self-employed professionals or contractors. The increase in remote workers also has resulted in advances in home-office video and content-sharing technology – say nothing of having online access to incredible AI tools like Chat GPT. The trend […]

Online Education And Degrees Over the past decade, online education has reached greater acceptance and favor from students who cannot attend full-time university but still want to earn a degree in their area of interest. Due to advances in education online technology platforms, faster online speeds, and broader bandwidth, classroom learning is quickly becoming the […]

The concept of frugality has become increasingly popular in recent years. Many people embrace the idea that “less is more.” But how can focusing on frugality help you live a better life? There are several ways to save money while simultaneously improving your overall lifestyle. Financial security is one of the critical components of a […]

Manage Your Debt And Debt Relief Options Managing your debt requires first deciding which bills take priority over others. Choosing what to pay first will depend on the type and character of the debt you incurred. This article will explain why essential debts should be paid before non-essential debts and why payment of secured loans […]

Needing Fast Cash At Competitive Rates Should you need fast cash because you lost a job, or perhaps one of your children needs a short-term loan to cover unexpected legal expenses? Whatever the reason, you may wish to consider cash-out borrowing. With cash-out lending, you can convert a portion of your home’s equity into cash. […]

Save On Rent By Having A Roommate According to Pew Research, more than one-third of adults in the United States live with at least one roommate. The reason is affordability. According to a March 2021 survey by the National Association of Realtors, housing and rental prices have reached record highs. Most adults have roommates for […]

Federally Funded Health Centers To Underserved Communities What is a Federally Funded Community Health Center? HRSA funds nearly 1,400 health centers collectively operating more than 14,000 service delivery sites in communities across the country. Health centers are community-based organizations that offer essential primary and preventive care services to populations with limited access to health care. […]

The goal of consumer credit counseling, also called credit debt management services, is to show consumers how to pay down debt and rebuild credit. Many types of credit counseling services are non-profit organizations and charge a modest fee for their services. Three Goals Of Credit Counseling First Goal: Get a clear picture of the debtor’s […]

Eviction Legal Aid Clinics If you’re looking for help fighting an eviction, you are not alone. In almost every state, there are organizations working to help people facing eviction. There may also be law school clinics or pro-bono attorneys that offer their services for free or at a substantially reduced fee depending on your financial needs […]

Why All The Financial Suffering? Many people point to all those foreclosures and the economic chaos and ruin that followed the 2008 housing market collapse. Much of it had been brought on by overzealous lenders who lured borrowers into teaser loans containing low front-end payments that later adjusted into much higher rates and higher monthly […]

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program As the growing gap between rich and the working poor continues to widen, lower and middle class families are finding it more difficult to pay even the most basic of their household bills. By anyone’s standard, keeping the lights on and the kids warm is as basic as it gets. […]

As of 2021, the TANF program provided around $16.5 billion to the states, including the District of Columbia. U.S. territories were also included in this number. Cash Assistance For Low-Income Families (TANF) The TANF cash assistance program is designed around the income needs of families whose incomes and resources are insufficient to meet the family’s […]

One in six low-income Americans deals with some level of hunger. As a result, local Food Banks and Pantries are quickly becoming the “new normal” for many no-income as well as low-income Americans. Thanks to the support and assistance of local neighborhood meal programs, food banks, and pantries, these neighborhood organizations provide low-income and homeless […]

Different Types Of Homeless Shelters Why so many homeless shelters? Studies conducted by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) have reported that nearly 5 million Americans currently qualify for admission to homeless shelters. Furthermore, according to HUD statistics, one out of every 50 children in America now requires homeless services. The causes of […]

Adverse Reporting By Credit Services – Consequences And Fixes A poor credit report can prevent you from obtaining credit. If you need help getting credit, it might be because a credit agency has issued a negative statement on you. You might receive a copy of your report; if it contains false information, you should get […]

Can I Be Locked Out Of My Storage Unit? I lost my job about a year ago and had to give up my apartment. I had to rent a self-storage unit to store most of my belongings until I could find a new apartment. In the meantime, I fell behind on my storage payments, and […]

Small Claims Court Small Claims court provides people with an inexpensive way to litigate low-dollar civil disputes quickly, inexpensively, and without needing a lawyer. Most of the time, Small Claims judges are members of the local bar and practicing lawyers. Not Every Claim Is Suitable For Small Claims For example, in many jurisdictions, you are […]

Ten Things Debt Collectors Are Prohibited From Doing According to the Urban Institute, nearly 71 million Americans have debt collection reported in their credit files. This means that almost one-third of our nation is likely receiving letters and calls from debt collectors on a regular basis.  According to the Urban Institute report, Nevada has nearly 50% […]