Articles by Michael Wechsler
Personal Injury
Brain Injury Facts, Symptoms, Liability & Recovery
Every year over a half million brain injuries occur. This article will help you understand the causes and symptoms of brain injury, treatment, statistics, and what you can do to protect your legal rights and collect money damages in the event you wrongfully suffer a brain injury.
Causes and...
Leases: Commercial
Understanding Commercial Lease Terms, Provisions & Riders
Commercial leases are different than residential leases and this article will explain the basics of commercial leases and what you should look for when obtaining one for your business.
Basic Lease Provisions
The terms of most commercial leases will typically be for a year or more. The average...
Is a contract that you make with someone else enforceable in a court of law? Does it matter whether it is written or spoken? This article will explain to you the basic requirements needed for a binding contractual agreement.
The elements of a binding contract
The law recognizes that people make...
Animal Bites, Pets
Animal and Dog Bite Law and the "One Bite Free" Rule
Dogs are the most commonly kept pet in the United States. As a result, animal bites are a regular occurrence and most states have enacted laws to handle these situations. This article will explain the basics of dog and animal bite laws and provide a chart showing the law in each state.
Animal...
This article will assist you in understanding the basics of criminal law concerning sentencing, parole and probation. It will also cover pre-sentencing reports, suspended sentences, community service, bail, the differences between jail and prison and other topics of concern to an accused...
Juvenile Crime
Juvenile Crime: Process, Prosecution & Rehabilitation
Who is legally considered a juvenile or a "minor" and how does the juvenile court handle crimes committed by minors? What rights does your minor child have if arrested?
Definition of a Juvenile or Minor
In most states, a person under the age of 18 is considered to be a juvenile or a "minor."...
Asbestos, Mesothelioma
Asbestos & Mesothelioma Facts and Information
Asbestos exposure can lead to mesothelioma cancer in addition to other types of illnesses. Many people who are exposed to asbestos do not become ill or exhibit any symptoms until many years later - in some cases it can take up to 20 years for symptoms to develop. This article will help you...
Statute of Limitations
California Statute of Limitations, Civil Actions
The California Statute of Limitations for civil actions sets a time limit after an injury or civil wrong occurs, during which an injured party can file a lawsuit. After that period of time expires, the injured party is no longer permitted to file a claim in a California state court to litigate...
Statute of Limitations
Texas Statute of Limitations, Civil Actions
The Texas Statute of Limitations for civil actions sets a time limit after an injury or civil wrong occurs, during which an injured party can file a lawsuit. After that period of time expires, the injured party is no longer permitted to file a claim in a Texas state court to litigate that...
Child Custody
Understanding Physical Custody and Legal Custody
As the rate of divorce rises, so does the number of child custody cases that are being filed in America’s courtrooms. Child custody cases can become complex as they are agreements to be worked out between parents in a difficult, usually adversarial situation. It is best to learn in advance about...
Contracts
The Statute of Frauds and Contract Law
What Is the Statute of Frauds?
The "Statute of Frauds" (commonly abbreviated as "SOF") is a rule of law requiring certain kinds of contracts to be written (not oral or "verbal") and be signed by all parties to an agreement in order to be binding. The types of contracts and rules that comprise of...
Garnishment
Garnishment Law: Limits, Exemptions & Defenses
When individuals do not pay their bills, the creditor who holds their debt can get a court order to have their wages or property “garnished.” The creditor, with assistance from the court, can compel the debtor’s employer to withhold a portion of the employee debtor’s paycheck to be paid directly...
Statute of Limitations
New Jersey Statute of Limitations, Civil Actions
The New Jersey Statute of Limitations for civil actions sets a time limit after an injury or civil wrong occurs, during which an injured party can file a lawsuit. After that period of time expires, the injured party is no longer permitted to file a claim in a New Jersey state court to litigate...
Statute of Limitations
New York Statute of Limitations, Civil Actions
The New York Statute of Limitations for civil actions sets a time limit after an injury or civil wrong occurs, during which an injured party can file a lawsuit. After that period of time expires, the injured party is no longer permitted to file a claim in a New York state court to litigate that...
Collection & Enforcement
Judgment Collection in Small Claims & Civil Courts
People frequently believe that winning a small claims court judgment means that they will automatically collect their money from the person that lost the case. Unfortunately, the court may rule in your favor but the collection of small claims judgments is an entirely different matter called...
Formation, LLC, Corps
Should You Incorporate Your Business?
A corporation is a body or group of people who come together to form a legal business entity. Once formed, a corporation is an entity of its own, set apart from the group of people that own it, manage it and control it. Corporations can be referred to as a legal “person or entity” that can be...
This article will cover the basics of Chapter 7 of Consumer Bankruptcy law, helping you understand how it works, what debts are extinguished in consumer bankruptcy proceedings and what assets are exempt from being seized.
Understanding Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy law helps a debtor survive...
Car Accident
Car Accident Law, Duties, Damages & Defenses
Each day, numerous people are killed and severely injured in motor vehicle accidents somewhere in the U.S. and serious personal injuries may result from the accident. This article will explain the duties of care imposed upon every automobile driver, breaches of those duties that justify filing a...
People around the globe continue to seek employment opportunities in the United States. However, the work visa process is an extremely challenging and complicated process that usually takes about six months. Before you can successful obtain a work visa or "H-1B visa", certain U.S. visa...
Law, Procedure, Other
Visa Denials & Appeals: Answers to Frequent Questions
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) will sometimes deny or revoke a petition for immigration. If this has happened to your petition, you may appeal their decision. This article provides answers to frequently asked questions about denials and appeals.
Who handles immigration...