Currently "gray divorces" or divorces among those age 50 or higher, are increasing. From 1990 to 2015, divorce among those over the age of 50 has increased by over 109 percent. If you have found yourself in this boat, you may be debating between trying to mediate the divorce, a collaborative divorce and a litigated divorce. For this age group, there are many benefits to a mediated divorce. Learning about these benefits may help you see why it may be beneficial in your situation.
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Coal mining is a dangerous job. Around 50 to 60 coal miners die in this country every year. These workers face exposure to methane gas, carbon monoxide, explosions and the possibility of cave-ins. Another danger is black lung disease, which occurs from the exposure to coal mine dust. Read on to find out how to get compensation for black lung disease.
Notify Your Employer Immediately
Most states have time limits on when someone with black lung disease should file a workers' comp claim.
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One of the last things you will want is to be involved in a car crash. This can create a lot of difficulties for you and contribute to additional stress in life you don't need. However, accidents occur daily, and the key to financially recovering from yours may rest in seeking legal action. This makes it important to know various types of damages you may list on your lawsuit to assist in seeking compensation for your losses.
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If you slipped and fell at a local grocery store and have filed a lawsuit to recover your damages, then it is important that you know what to expect when you get to the courthouse. Since the judge and jury for your case have no prior experience with you, it is vital that you send a confident and positive message during the time you are at the courthouse. To this end, here is some information about what you should expect when your case goes to court:
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If you just received a phone call from your spouse in the middle of the night alerting you that they are being held in jail until they have bail posted for their release, you are most likely concerned about the situation and worried about where you can get money at a time many establishments are closed. If it is important to you to have your spouse released immediately so they can continue to go to work to provide for your family, getting money right away will be necessary.
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