Tips And Tricks On Finding And Working With Lawyers

Do you need a lawyer? Are you looking for legal advice? Do you have questions about the law? Lawyers are there to help citizens who need someone with legal knowledge on their side. When choosing and working with a lawyer there are few things you should know. Keep reading to learn more about picking the right lawyer for your needs.

A good tip to keep in mind when thinking about hiring a lawyer is to write down several questions that you wish to ask him or her. You want to find out what their philosophy is and so on, and asking questions will help give you a clear idea about them.

You may find that your friends, family, and coworkers can provide a wealth of information when it comes to finding a lawyer who can best fit your needs. Ask around and see what experiences people have had with particular lawyers, or if they have any advice for you based on their circumstances.

When choosing a lawyer, word of mouth is one of the best ways to find one. Ask friends or relatives for recommendations. They can give you honest feedback on their experience. They can tell you how well or poorly they did in their situation. This feedback can help you choose wisely.

Look for reviews on local lawyers online. Finding a lawyer that you can trust and respect can be very difficult, so any advice that you can get can be very helpful. Make sure the reviews you consider are on an independent site and take all comments with a grain of salt. The goal is to find the general consensus.

Work with your lawyer on a regular basis to establish a rapport. It is unfortunately common for an attorney to take your case and then be too busy to actually see you. When you have a schedule in place, you'll avoid issues down the road.

Always remember that you are paying the lawyer for help and advice. Anytime you feel uncomfortable with things your lawyer is telling you, let them know. Your lawyer is supposed to keep your best interests at heart, but understand you are just one case among many cases to them.

Before you hire a lawyer, see if you can resolve any dispute without one. Often people are able to resolve their problems without having to find a lawyer. If you are not able to solve your problem without a lawyer, then it is in your best interest to have a lawyer on your side.

If your lawyer does or says anything you don't understand, speak up. They should be more than happy to explain anything to you, from what a fee is for to a document they're having you sign. If your lawyer doesn't want to talk about anything related to your case, drop them immediately.

Look for people who have experienced similar problems and ask them which lawyers they used. Your friends and relatives might be helpful but do not follow their suggestions unless you need a lawyer for the same kind of issues. Use the different resources available in your community, such as support groups.

You may wish to give services that refer lawyers a try. These types of services can aid you in locating a good lawyer. They carefully screen according to qualifications and credentials. Others will list anyone who has liability insurance and a license. Find out more about different referral services and listings before you use this method to find a lawyer.

When choosing a lawyer, remember that you are choosing a lawyer. This may sound like common sense, but many try to choose their lawyer based on if they are friendly and warm. This is a mistake. A good lawyer doesn't need to have the same qualities that you'd want in a friend. You need a professional who will treat you professionally. Remember that this is nothing more or less than another business relationship.

Making sure that you work well with a lawyer is something that will make the relationship work. If you are not not feeling 100% comfortable, you should consider getting yourself a different lawyer. Be certain you trust your own instincts and choose an attorney whose personality works well with your personality.

Your lawyer should not act like you could not understand what he is doing for you. A good lawyer will not only be willing, but will insist that you should know what is going on each step of the way. Lawyers that do not follow this rule are not of a high calliber and should be avoided.

Try to find a lawyer that has a high percentage of cases with the situation that you are dealing with. For example, if you are going to court for tax fraud, you will want someone who specializes in this sector or at least has a lot of experience under his belt. This will help maximize your chance of victory.

Just because an attorney's name appears first on a list of search engine results does not mean that he or she is the best person to work with. It is important to do all the necessary research, whether the lawyer is tops at Google or falls toward the bottom of the pack.

Check the desk of the lawyer if you are going in for a consultation. Make sure that he is neat, well-organized and clean. Also, notice his speech when you have a conversation with him. These are very good indicators of how professional he is, and how well he will present your case in court.

While you may believe that paying more leads to greater quality, it does not. You are paying for the time of the lawyer, and their skill level does not necessarily equate to their pay rate. In the end, it is the amount of time they spend on your case which inflates your bill, not their experience.

No matter your reason for needing a lawyer it is important that you know at least a little about how to pick a good one. You should also know what you should expect. Use what you learned in this article to help you whenever you find yourself needing a legal professional in your life.

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Simon Law Group is the place where businesses and individuals turn when they face complex legal issues. We are dedicated to provide high-quality legal services to our customers and clients at market competitive prices. Our mission is to improve the effectiveness of business operations and help our customers understand and comply with New Jersey rules and regulations.

Simon Law Group offers a comprehensive range of legal consultation services. Our expert attorneys provide practical, reliable, accessible, and cost-effective legal consultation services in a multitude of areas such as:

Bankruptcy, Criminal Offenses, Family Law, Landlord and Tenant Rights, Wills and Estates and Driving Under Influence (DUI) Defence

If you would like a free consultation with our expert attorneys in New Jersey, please fill out our online form and we will call you as soon as possible. You can also talk to our attorneys at 800-709-1131.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION - WOUNDS AND LACERATIONS

Wounds & Lacerations - According to Wikipedia

A wound is a type of injury in which skin is torn, cut, or punctured (an open wound), or where blunt force trauma causes a contusion (a closed wound). In pathology, it specifically refers to a sharp injury which damages the dermis of the skin.

Classification

According to level of contamination a wound can be classified as

§  clean wound , a wound made under sterile conditions where there are no organisms present in the wound and the wound is likely to heal without complications.

§  contaminated wound , where the wound is as a result of accidental injury where there are pathogenic organisms and foreign bodies in the wound.

§  infected wound , where the wound has pathogenic organisms present and multiplying showing clinical signs of infection, where it looks yellow, oozing pus, having pain and redness.

§  colonized wound , where the wound is a chronic one and there are a number of organisms present and very difficult to heal as in a bedsore.

Open

Open wounds can be classified according to the object that caused the wound. The types of open wound are:

§  Incisions or incised wounds, caused by a clean, sharp-edged object such as a knife, razor, or glass splinter.

§  Lacerations, irregular tear-like wounds caused by some blunt trauma. Lacerations and incisions may appear linear (regular) or stellate (irregular). The term laceration is commonly misused in reference to incisions.

§  Abrasions (grazes), superficial wounds in which the topmost layer of the skin (the epidermis) is scraped off. Abrasions are often caused by a sliding fall onto a rough surface.

§  Avulsions, injuries in which a body structure is forcibly detached from its normal point of insertion. A type of amputation where the extremity is pulled off rather than cut off.

§  Puncture wounds, caused by an object puncturing the skin, such as a splinter, nail or needle.

§  Penetration wounds, caused by an object such as a knife entering and coming out from the skin.

§  Gunshot wounds, caused by a bullet or similar projectile driving into or through the body. There may be two wounds, one at the site of entry and one at the site of exit, generally referred to as a "through-and-through."

Closed

Closed wounds have fewer categories, but are just as dangerous as open wounds. The types of closed wounds are:

§  Contusions, more commonly known as bruises, caused by a blunt force trauma that damages tissue under the skin.

§  Hematomas, also called a blood tumor, caused by damage to a blood vessel that in turn causes blood to collect under the skin.

§  Crush injury, caused by a great or extreme amount of force applied over a long period of time.

If you have been injured on the job, contact Simon Law Group and speak with a NJ Workers' Compensation Attorney at 800-709-1131 or complete the form on the left of this page.

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CUSTODY AND VISITATION

NJ Child Custody, Visitation, and Parenting Time Attorney

Custody & Visitation

New Jersey determines the custody of the child(ren) and the visitation rights of the non-custodial parent by analyzing the vague notion of what is “best” for the child(ren). This is perhaps one of the most critical reasons to seek counsel. If you love your children and want to secure their custody or secure ample visitation rights, you must make a compelling argument as to why more time with you is “best.” Here at the Simon Law Group, we know how to navigate this ambiguous network of inquiries to ensure your interests are represented.

We are here to assist you throughout the legal process. With our extensive experience in family courts throughout New Jersey, you can rest assured knowing you have retained a leading legal team who is dedicated to protecting you and your family during this difficult time.

Common questions you may have:

Who will serve as the primary residential parent?

How often will the non-residential parent have the child in his or her care and custody?

Who will make the child related decisions regarding health, education, religion, and general welfare?

When can you move and is there any limitation on how far away you can go?

Is child support impacted by the amount of time each parent physically spends with the child?

While this may not be an easy time for you and your family, dedicated and experienced legal representation can make the process significantly easier. Don't wait, call today for your free consultation 800-709-1131.

BANKRUPTCY

THE BANKRUPTCY MEANS TEST

The amendments in 2005 to the bankruptcy code have implemented a means test formula to all Chapter 7 cases.  It is used to determine whether or not the consumer should have enough money available to make some minimal payment to creditors in a Chapter 13 bankruptcy plan.

The Means Test Process

We compare your income to the median income in New Jersey for a family the same size as yours. If your income is lower than the median income, the process is over and you are eligible for Chapter 7 discharge.  If, however, it is above, it does not necessarily mean that you cannot file, rather, we must proceed to the second step in the test.

The second step contains two subparts:

1.         The IRS has established certain allowable expenses for the state of New Jersey that we will subtract from your income.  What remains after you allowable expenses are deducted from your monthly income is your "disposable income." If your projected disposable income over the next 60 months is less than $6,000, you will likely be able to file under Chapter 7. If your projected disposable income is greater than $10,000 over the next 60 months, a presumption arises that, absent special circumstances, you can pay something to your creditors and should convert to a Chapter 13.

2.         If your income is between $6,000 and $10,000, one final calculation must be done. If your disposable income over the next five years is greater than 25% of your unsecured, non-priority debts, the court will likely determine that you should file under a Chapter 13, so the creditors receive something. If, however, your disposable income over a 60 month period is less than 25 percent of your unsecured, non-priority debts, you will likely be able to file under Chapter 7.

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