If you're one of the millions of individuals affected by President Obama's November 20, 2014 executive action on immigration, you may be wondering how quickly you can begin to realize some of the benefits of this order. Although some such benefits are set to roll out as quickly as February 2015, this order is currently under attack by Congress and, if they are successful, some benefits may immediately cease. Read on to learn more about the potential congressional challenges to this action, and how they might affect your residency status.
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Within the past few weeks, your vehicle was rear-ended by another driver. You had some neck pain for a while, but you didn't think it was serious. Now, however, you've developed significant low back pain and you believe it was because of the accident. Is that possible? Yes, people do develop lower back pain long after a rear-end collision occurs. You may want to consult a lawyer about obtaining financial compensation if you need medical treatment.
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Being self-employed puts a lot on your plate. Sick days are often lost at your own expense and paid holidays can only occur when you've saved up enough money. If you get seriously injured or hurt while working, the only way to financially get by is with workers compensation. Even if you're self-employed, there are multiple ways to achieve this compensation, including preventative measures to help in the first place.
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If you've chosen to expand your family through adoption, you are likely already aware of some of the financial barriers to this process. Whether you're adopting an infant or an older child, from the U.S. or a foreign land, you can be expected to pay legal fees, travel expenses, and sometimes even the medical expenses of the birth mother. However, there may also be some financial benefits of adoption (in addition to the priceless emotional benefits).
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Trampolines are a popular piece of equipment among children of all ages as almost all kids love to jump. But unfortunately, they also tend to be one of the most dangerous. In 2009, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) claims that a total of 98,000 injuries were reported, with children being the most likely victim. As a result, they are taking a stance and saying trampolines aren't safe for children. But injuries to your own are not your only concern.
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