Apr 24
Up until recently if a couple with children divorced, provided the mother was fit to take care of the children, custody almost always went to the mother with the father holding only visitation rights and of course paying child support.
Thankfully, the rights of fathers have started to change and both parents are now looked at as being fit to care and provide for children and their development, whether that parent is their mother or their father.
This of course, could be the result of the increasing number of divorces and work from home dads or stay at home dads or even wives joining the military, which has led to an increase in fathers taking on the role of caregiver rather than breadwinner and provider.
It’s not perfect and there are some areas which still believe mothers should retain custody as the primarily nurturer and caregiver of children even if they can’t provide for the household financially. This means men may still have to fight for the right to have access to and be a part of their children’s rights.
There are some divorces where the fathers rights may not be questioned but if you happen to be in a divorce where you feel there is a good chance your rights are going to be questioned, then it’s time to look up a good family attorney.
A family attorney makes their living in helping to defend the rights of fathers, mothers and children when it comes to the law. They deal only in family matters such as child support, visitation, and custody issues.
There are certain rights which can’t be questioned or taken from you. There may also be rights you’re not even aware of. This is why it is important to have a lawyer assist you if there are any questions or contesting of your fathers rights.
Keep the following things in mind, even though there are more judges looking at fathers as being acceptable parents and primarily custodial holders the majority still automatically side with the mother in most cases.
Make sure to have a list of what you want in regards to time with your child and what you want to be responsible for in regards to caring for your child. There are some rights and responsibilities decided on by the court but the bond and love for your child is something nothing can take away from you.
Divorce is something hard on everyone involved but more so with children. Be sure to let them know you’re going to be a part of their lives just as you have been up until this point and they’re not to be blamed for any of it if custody and rights are contested. It is important for children to know they do not have to choose between their parents.
By: Matt O'Connell
Tagged with: Breadwinner • Caregiver • Child Support • Child Visitation • Children Custody • Children S Rights • Custody Issues • Divorce • Divorces • Family Attorney • Family Matters • Fathers Rights • Fit • Good Chance • Home Dads • Household • Joining The Military • Lawyer • Parents • Visitation Rights
Apr 07
If you have received an injury due to the negligence of another, it is essential that you obtain a personal injury lawyer if you intend to file a claim. This can be a difficult task if you do not know how to choose the right lawyer. There is more to choosing a lawyer than just simply looking in the internet.
The following is a list of tips on selecting the right lawyer for a personal injury claim:
1. Do not choose a lawyer based only on advertising. A commercial or ad with hyped content does not mean that the lawyer is right for your case. Flash does not always translate into quality.
2. Narrow down your search by looking for an attorney that specializes in injury claims. From there, you can narrow your search further by looking for an attorney that specializes in your particular injury. It will be of benefit to have an attorney that has already been through a case similar to your own case. Request a list of past settlements and verdicts. The more cases a lawyer has actually tried and received positive verdicts, the more success you will have in court.
3. Your insurance company may have a list of qualified and experienced lawyers who have won and settled cases. Many insurance companies use these lists to determine how they will try a case or negotiate a settlement.
4. If you have a family attorney, ask him or her if they know of a good lawyer.
5. Contact your local or state bar association and ask if they have a lawyer referral service.
6. Interview several personal injury lawyers. Ask them about their qualifications and experience handling personal injury claims like yours. Ask about their list of resources such as medical experts. As well, ask if they have been through a personal injury claim trial and what they know about the process. Also ask what your case is worth.
7. Check with your state licensing agency for attorneys for any disciplinary actions against the personal injury lawyer.
8. Ask the personal injury lawyer if you will be kept updated about the progress of your case. Make sure the lawyer will explain how the entire claim process will work. Both you and your lawyer should be on the same page when it comes to how your case will unfold.
9. Be wary of any unsolicited requests from lawyers asking to represent you. Some lawyers do this to gain new business. An experienced and well known attorney will not have to solicit for business.
10. Find out if the lawyer mostly represents insurance companies. This will tell you where they tend to focus their practice.
All qualified and experienced personal injury lawyers will not object to answering questions or providing you with information about them and their practice. When making a personal injury claim, it essential that you have the right lawyer looking after your interests.
By: Amy Nutt
Tagged with: Ask Lawyer • Attorneys • Benefit • Case Request • Disciplinary Actions • Family Attorney • Find Lawyer • How To Find The Right Lawyer • Insurance Companies • Insurance Company • Lawyer Referral Service • Licensing Agency • Medical Experts • Negligence • Personal Injury Claim • Personal Injury Claims • Personal Injury Lawyer • Personal Injury Lawyers • State Bar Association • State Licensing
Mar 12
A malpractice attorney is needed when an individual has been injured intentionally or through negligence by another person. There are certain characteristics in an attorney that is going to represent you when you are suing for damages that are very important. They must have experience in the area that they are representing and be able to meet your needs and requirements and achieving compensation for your damages or injury.
When you are looking for an attorney, you will find that most attorneys specialize in certain aspects of the law. While an attorney may be a malpractice attorney, they might not represent the specialty that unique in that field. Therefore it will be very important to find out before you interview an attorney whether or not they have the background or specialty in the field you require.
A good way to find an attorney is through family, friends, or colleagues who may have had interaction with attorneys in your local area. They will be able to give you information and insight about attorneys in the area that are reputable and reliable. In addition, if you have a family attorney, they will often have a network of individuals if they work with. Your family attorney may be able to recommend the attorney who will best be able to represent your interests in court.
After identifying the attorneys who are equipped to handle your case, it will be necessary to make sure they have the reputation, experience, and knowledge, of your type of injury or damage. Checking the background of the lawyers you are considering with your local bar association or Better Business Bureau will be very helpful in ascertaining whether or not the lawyer has any complaints filed against them. In addition, you will want to interview the attorneys that you are considering before you make a commitment.
Consultations with the lawyers you are considering will normally lasts from 30 to 45 minutes. These consultations will give you an opportunity to interview the attorney, asked them questions about their knowledge and experience, and determine whether or not you feel comfortable with them.
If you are considering a large law firm, you will want to interview the lawyer you will be working with. In some cases one attorney interviews to all potential clients. If this is the case, asked to speak to the attorney who will handle your case. It is important that you feel the lawyer will be able to represent you and feel confident in the attorney that is going to work with you.
When interviewing the lawyer asking questions about their knowledge and expertise in the courtroom and out of the courtroom will play a factor in determining whether or not they will be able to represent you effectively. Some attorneys primarily settle lawsuits out of the courtroom. If your case will require litigation in a courtroom, it will be necessary to have an attorney that has experience in courtroom litigation.
The length of settlement for lawsuits very greatly. Talking to the attorney about the length of time your case could be in litigation will help you to calculate how long you will be working with the lawyer. Some cases last for several years, therefore it will be important that you feel that a long-term relationship with the attorney will be a positive one.
By: Ben Pate
Tagged with: Attorney Malpractice • Attorneys • Better Business Bureau • Colleagues • Consultations • Damages • Family Attorney • Family Friends • Find An Attorney • Insight • Interaction • Lawyer • Lawyers • Local Area • Local Bar Association • Malpractice Attorney • Negligence • Reputation
