Category: Legal Law
Severance Pay Be Included in Termination Agreements When companies terminate employees, whether it is the result of layoffs or a business merger or acquisition, they often offer a severance package. The term severance pay refers to a lump sum of money paid to an employee as they depart the company, and can include other perks […]
After Bail is Granted If you are arrested and charged with a crime you have the right to be released on bail. This is a promise to the court that you will return for all future court appearances related to your case. Bail is often set based on your past criminal record, ties to the […]
Reputable Maui Fire Lawyers A company that causes harm through negligence can be held liable for the damage. It is important to hire a lawyer who has experience handling similar cases. When searching for a lawyer, ask about their background and how many years they have been practicing. The more experienced a lawyer, the higher […]
Anyone can be the object of rudeness and thoughtlessness. Because I am a writer of books and columns, and because I have lectured, appeared on radio and television, I am sometimes recognized in public. I’m glad I’m not more recognizable, as along with the kind comments, gratitude, and praise I receive from so many people, […]
Blake Christina Lively, one of Gossip Girl’s favorite cast members, is never new to the world of Hollywood. Born to actors Elaine and Ernie Lively in Tarzana, California, and the youngest of 5 children, Lively was destined to chart a path in Hollywood belonging to a family that has been involved in the industry. However, […]
When creating cover letters, a common mistake is to use essentially the same cover letter each time. Many applicants do not change anything other than the company name. This is a bad idea and you can be sure that your generic letter is seen as such by those who read it. It’s not as difficult […]
Choosing the right attorney can often seem like a daunting task in today’s world of scammers and fraud; television and the media tend to instill in us a stereotype of ruthless lawyers who only care about money and prestige. And while there are some who fall into that category, most of the men and women […]
Want to send a business email to someone you haven’t met before? Just like cold calling, there are a few extra precautions you’ll need to take when reaching out to prospects. Use a meaningful subject line. A descriptive subject line that immediately tells the recipient the nature of the email is important. Since you’re a […]
In the trenches of the US healthcare system, when an injured person requires immediate medical treatment, they get it. It’s the American way of helping the wounded. When was the last time we saw a hospital turn away a bleeding patient or a person sitting in the ER with a compound fracture? If a hospital […]
“No man has seen the third hand that springs from the center, close to the heart…” (from the poem “Mystique” by David Ignatow) While not something I write about explicitly, I had an experience several years ago that changed my life. When I was in law school I was severely depressed. Since then, thankfully, I […]
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