All about Temporary Alimony
December 28, 2011 by Marc
There are a lot of things to consider when filing for divorce, and one of them is temporary alimony. While legally separated, it is possible for you to be either entitled to, or obligated to pay temporary support. Being entitled to a temporary alimony means that a spouse is given monetary support by his or her partner. The payment received is used to pay necessary monthly expenses.
Divorce laws vary from state to state. Thus, a judge grants a request for temporary support based on the laws in your state. Also, a judge considers several other factors when approving such requests. First, if it shows that the requesting spouse has other income sources or savings that are enough to support him or her in his or her daily living, then the temporary support will not be entitled to that person simply because a need isn’t present. Second, the judge determines… Read the rest
Read more of this articleHow Do I Get a Merchant Account?
December 14, 2011 by Marc
A merchant account is the basis for accepting payment cards. In simplest terms, it’s a business arrangement between you (the merchant) and a credit card processor (also known as a merchant services provider or merchant account provider). The processor acts as an intermediary with the credit card networks and issuing banks, handling the authorization of your transactions and depositing the proceeds into your bank account. The processor also provides you with the hardware and software required to accept credit cards. Consequently, choosing the right processor to handle your credit card processing needs is very important. Here are eight tips to get you started:
- Be an educated consumer. Learn about merchant accounts and the fees involved. Go into the process with some basic information under your belt. There are plenty of articles on the Internet and elsewhere that you can read prior to talking with a merchant account provider.
Businesses Embracing PCI Compliance
October 10, 2011 by Marc
According to an official with the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC), retailers have been making significant strides toward preventing data breaches, thereby protecting both themselves and their customers. “Anecdotal evidence suggests that we are seeing a huge swing in momentum in the adoption of the PCI standards by all organizations,” says General Manager Bob Russo.
PCI compliance — or at least the concept behind it — is gaining traction with U.S. businesses. A recently-released study of small and mid-sized retailers from the National Retail Federation and First Data Corp. reports that 86% of respondents said they want to protect their customers’ data because credit and debit card security is vital to their business. However, 64% of them believed their systems were not vulnerable to hackers, and 60% were not aware that they could pay a fine for each card that must be cancelled if their… Read the rest
Read more of this articleThe Effects of a Brain Injury
September 30, 2011 by briansawyer
For some individuals, a blow to the head can result in relatively mild effects that heal over time. Others can experience a lifetime of debilitating trauma. The results largely depend on the severity of the strike and the area of the brain damaged. Once the severity of the damage is determined, a Maryland brain injury attorney can help you find out the amount of compensation available to you.
Even mild brain trauma can cause significant effects
The most common form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) can sometimes be relatively mild. But even individuals with mild TBI can experience long-term recovery times—potentially over a year.
According to the Brain Injury Association of America, some of the common effects of mild TBI include headaches, sleep disturbances, dizziness, nausea, and fatigue. But it is common to experience effects on vision, memory, and speed of thinking, and even seizures and emotional issues may… Read the rest
Read more of this articleWhat to Look for in a Honolulu Attorney
September 29, 2011 by briansawyer
Most individuals know how to find a doctor, but the need for legal support arises only occasionally. Even if friends or family recommend certain Honolulu lawyers, your needs may be different than theirs. So it may make sense to perform your own search to identify a Honolulu attorney that fits your needs. Nothing replaces your own assessment of a firm to ensure it is compatible with your personal and legal needs.
The important traits of Honolulu attorneys
You need to do your homework when selecting an attorney who is most appropriate for your specific needs. The initial consultation is an excellent time to learn more about a Honolulu attorney. Be prepared to ask questions to learn more about qualifications in the following areas:
- Experience in local, state, and federal law: While many areas of law—such as family law—are governed by state law, issues like immigration and bankruptcy are
Divorce by Default Explained
September 13, 2011 by SarahD
When a couple gets married, it may not be an easy undertaking. There is a ceremony and reception to plan, people to be invited, vendors to hire, and of course, a set of rings to choose (along with a couple of snappy ensembles). But at least when you get to the altar there are two people engaged in the same course of action: they both want to say “I do”. While some couples do decide mutually (and sometimes even amicably) to divorce, it is more often the case that one person wants to be rid of the commitment more than the other. And this can cause an awful lot of holdups in the process. So if you are one side of a couple involved in a divorce and the other person (your soon-to-be-ex spouse) refuses to participate, then the proceedings become a default divorce. Here’s how you can work it… Read the rest
Zoning Laws for Your Home Based Business
September 3, 2011 by SarahD
Many Americans have responded to the recent economic downturn known as the Great Recession in much the same fashion as their predecessors confronted the Great Depression generations ago: by harnessing their creative and entrepreneurial spirit and forming their own businesses. Unfortunately for many of these ambitious people, local, city and state zoning laws are very restrictive in regards to starting a home based business. Without conducting the proper research and educating yourself on your area’s particular zoning laws, you may find that creating your own home based business is more difficult than the traditional hurdles of conceptual planning and capital financing.
How to Know if Your Personal Injury Claim is Valid
August 12, 2011 by SarahD
