Even after serving time in jail for a crime you were convicted of, you may still have problems once you are able to leave jail and return back to your new life. You may feel like it is unfair to have to deal with the potential consequences from past mistakes, with them being impossible to leave behind in your former life. That's why many convicted criminals look for ways to remove convictions from their criminal record or have their sentence ended early.

Going into business with a partner can be a smart decision. It can be great to have another person to share your successes with, and having a business partner who can help you maximize your capital and help you come up with more ideas can be a wonderful thing. However, there is always the potential that you will have disputes with your business partner in the future. Luckily, there are a few things that you can do to help prevent disputes with your business partner.

When you finally get around to cleaning out your closets, you may stumble on more than your old items. Often, people who were in your life in one way or the other leave behind more than memories. They leave behind their stuff. Often lots of stuff.  Old clothing, mystery boxes, even cash can be abandoned by a former tenant or relative. Before you dispose of or claim these items, you need to know your legal rights.

When you are suffering from a serious illness and unable to work at your job, time is of the utmost importance. Financial issues can pile up fast when you have no paycheck coming in, which will only add to your general suffering. The good news is that the Social Security Administration (SSA) has put in place 3 programs to assist people suffering from certain medical conditions with a faster claim approval process.

If you own a small business, and someone has recently become injured due to a slip and fall incident that you believe was not genuine, you will most likely want to prove this in a court of law. Unfortunately, sometimes people will look for business owners to target in an attempt to receive compensation for their injury as well as a reason to receive money for not being able to work. If you believe a fall was falsely performed on your property, try some of the following tips to prove you were not negligent in any way, helping you to reverse any charges the person may have against you in an attempt to receive money.

If you're filing for worker's compensation, one of the things you should understand is that there aren't any federal laws in place to protect you from retaliation by your employer. Many states do offer some protections, though. While this type of retaliation is rare, it can happen, and knowing what could constitute retaliation can help you identify and address it early, potentially protecting your job and preserving your benefits. What Might Be Considered Retaliation?

When most people think of probate attorneys, they often think of an attorney that is needed to disperse assets after a family member has died, and it is true that this is one of their functions. But there are many services they provide while an individual is still alive, and the more you can take advantage of these services now, the fewer problems there will be after your death. The following are among the most important services this type of lawyer can provide you.

If you work in a small and interactive office, you may have grown accustomed long ago to the different personalities -- and personality conflict -- inherent in a close working environment. However, when these conflicts go beyond petty squabbles and become abusive, particularly if they're directed from a superior to subordinate, they can cause long-term emotional issues and even stress-induced physical ailments. What are your options if you've found yourself trapped in an abusive work relationship and are beginning to suffer the consequences?

Although prescription medications are a popular treatment option for many conditions, those medications are not without their risks. In fact, some medical mistakes with prescription medications can even lead to death. If you have a loved one who is taking a prescription medication, it's important that you understand how you can protect your family from the dangers of accidental death due to medication errors. Create and Maintain a Medication List

Health insurance claims are denied for a number of reasons including a failure to obtain pre-authorization for a test or procedure. Unfortunately, a denial does not help you pay for your test or procedure. You have a right to appeal the decision of the insurance company and possibly reverse the company's decision. If you are planning to appeal, here are some steps to take.  Get Specifics on the Denial Before you file an appeal, you need to know exactly why the insurance company chose to deny your claim.