That's Profound » Uncategorized http://www.thatsprofound.com Profound legal & finance stories! Wed, 28 Dec 2011 16:10:10 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Laws for Selling a Car http://www.thatsprofound.com/laws-for-selling-a-car/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/laws-for-selling-a-car/#comments Fri, 01 Jul 2011 15:30:45 +0000 Marc http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=560 For the person who is looking to sell used car on their own, it is not as simple as putting a for sale sign in the window and waiting for a buyer to hand over a roll of cash. Depending on the state, there are a number of different requirements and laws that must be followed to properly transfer the car to the new owner. Before I would sell my car , I would definitely research all of the work that needs to be done first.

Regardless of the states, one of the main things that needs to be done is the appropriate transfer of the title. This will usually need to be signed by both parties in the presence of a notary. Some states also require that the odometer reading the recorded at this time. This may be as simple as noting the reading on the title… Read the rest

]]> For the person who is looking to sell used car on their own, it is not as simple as putting a for sale sign in the window and waiting for a buyer to hand over a roll of cash. Depending on the state, there are a number of different requirements and laws that must be followed to properly transfer the car to the new owner. Before I would sell my car , I would definitely research all of the work that needs to be done first.

Regardless of the states, one of the main things that needs to be done is the appropriate transfer of the title. This will usually need to be signed by both parties in the presence of a notary. Some states also require that the odometer reading the recorded at this time. This may be as simple as noting the reading on the title or may require an additional form to be filled out.

License plates usually should be taken off as these are not transferred with the vehicle. These might need to be returned to the DMV or can be kept for a new vehicle.
Even if it is not required by the state, a bill of sale is always good to have filled out. This can be a simple computer generated form that the buyer and the seller both sign. Both parties should get copies of this.

If more than a few cars are sold by an individual each year, there are more detailed laws that would apply. Being a car dealer comes with more regulations. If one is going to sell more than one car, these things should be investigated so no laws are being broken.

It is not a difficult process to sell a vehicle as long as all of the appropriate laws are followed and paperwork is completed.

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1. Working in the U.S. does not require employer authorization

You cannot accept employment in the States unless you have been authorized to do so. That authorization usually involves employer verification, stating that you are authorized to accept U.S. employment. But there are many allowable exceptions. Exceptions apply to those who have been admitted as permanent residents, granted asylum or refugee status, or admitted in work-related nonimmigrant classifications. These individuals may already have employment authorization as a direct result of their immigration status.

2. Spouses and children may join nonimmigrant workers
If you are seeking to work temporarily in the U.S. as a nonimmigrant, you may be dreading the prospect of spending a long period of time without your spouse and children. Fortunately, immigration laws can accommodate you and this is why it is vital to have a discussion about your personal… Read the rest

]]> What you need to know about Immigration Law

1. Working in the U.S. does not require employer authorization

You cannot accept employment in the States unless you have been authorized to do so. That authorization usually involves employer verification, stating that you are authorized to accept U.S. employment. But there are many allowable exceptions. Exceptions apply to those who have been admitted as permanent residents, granted asylum or refugee status, or admitted in work-related nonimmigrant classifications. These individuals may already have employment authorization as a direct result of their immigration status.

2. Spouses and children may join nonimmigrant workers
If you are seeking to work temporarily in the U.S. as a nonimmigrant, you may be dreading the prospect of spending a long period of time without your spouse and children. Fortunately, immigration laws can accommodate you and this is why it is vital to have a discussion about your personal situation with local Atlanta immigration attorneys. Spouses and children outside the U.S. who qualify as dependants of a temporary worker can apply directly at a U.S. consulate for a dependent nonimmigrant visa classification.

3. Intracompany transfers open doors to immigration
An intracompany—inside a company—transfer enables a U.S. employer to transfer an executive or manager from one of its affiliated foreign offices to one of its offices in the U.S. via the L-1A nonimmigrant classification.

This classification also enables a foreign company that does not yet have an affiliated U.S. office to send an executive or manager to the U.S. with the purpose of establishing one. The employer must file Form I-129 Petition for a Nonimmigrant Worker on behalf of the employee with U.S. Immigration Services.

There are many specific qualifications related to duration of visit, the manager’s employment duration, services intent, the relationship of the U.S. company to a foreign company, and much more. To verify qualification, contact the Atlanta drug crime attorneys, immigration lawyers and criminal attorneys of Ibrahim Law Firm LLC for guidance.

Ibrahim Law Firm
2900 Chamblee Tucker Road, Building 7
Atlanta GA 30341-4217
(770) 452-2845

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The rules set by FDCPA

The rules as set by FDCPA against the debt collectors are:

The FDCPA restricts debt collectors from contacting any other person or a third party who does not have any relation with the debt. A third party can include your employers, your neighbors and your relatives. However, in case you had taken a co-applicant in… Read the rest

]]> You can make your debt pay off easier with the law set by FDCPA or the Fair Debt Collections Practices Act. It becomes really difficult when your debts get handed over to a collection agency as handling collection agencies are tough. So, it is better to go for bill consolidation even before your debts get handed over to a collection agency. However, if and once your debt gets handed over or is sold off to a collection agency, it is important for you to know the FDCPA in details.

The rules set by FDCPA

The rules as set by FDCPA against the debt collectors are:

The FDCPA restricts debt collectors from contacting any other person or a third party who does not have any relation with the debt. A third party can include your employers, your neighbors and your relatives. However, in case you had taken a co-applicant in order to get a loan or a credit card, the collection agency can contact the company.

The FDCPA does not allow the debt collector to threaten you with:

- Ruining your credit rating
- Referring your account to an Attorney
- Garnishing or repossession
- Extracting money from your account by giving false threats
The collection agencies cannot also make phone calls at the odd hours. A debt collector can call you between 8.00AM to 9.00 PM. They are not even allowed to make any kinds of phone calls at your workplace, if your office policy does not allow so.

The debt collectors cannot inform your employers about the call without being asked for that.

The debt collectors cannot use abusive language over the phone.

They cannot send letters to you which appear to come from the Court.

They cannot charge any extra interest rates and fees not agreed upon in the original contract.

They cannot make requests for post dated checks on wrong intentions.

They are not even allowed to file a lawsuit against you in a court located far away from your residence.

The FDCPA also says that a debt collector isn’t allowed to make any kind of false claims like he is representing an Attorney and neither can they use any kinds of stationery which appears to be from a government or official court communication.

The FDCPA also states that the debt collectors cannot collect any information about a debtor posing as another official conducting a survey.

The debt collectors cannot threaten the debtor with a claim of getting him or her arrested for the failure to repay the dues.

If you think that the debt collector breaks any of these rules, you can file a complaint with the FDCPA and your State’s Attorney General.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/making-debt-pay-off-easier-with-fdcpa/feed/ 0 Answering Services Increase Billable Hours for Attorneys http://www.thatsprofound.com/answering-services-increase-billable-hours-for-attorneys/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/answering-services-increase-billable-hours-for-attorneys/#comments Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:10:12 +0000 Marc http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=440 If you look at the typical answering service’s customer base you will see a wide variety of different industries that the call center answers calls for. Medical offices, mechanical contractors and service related industries make up a majority of most answering service clientele. The attorney, however, are not a typical client at an answering service. Most call centers answer the phones for a handful of lawyers, but the average service does not cater specifically to attorneys.

An answering service can be an attorney’s best friend. While most attorneys opt to use voicemail to handle after hours emergency calls, some opt to employ an answering service. While there are costs involved in using an answering service, there are many benefits that include an increase in billable hours, making utilizing an answering service a very smart financial strategy that can be employed by many law offices. In addition to increasing billable… Read the rest

]]> If you look at the typical answering service’s customer base you will see a wide variety of different industries that the call center answers calls for. Medical offices, mechanical contractors and service related industries make up a majority of most answering service clientele. The attorney, however, are not a typical client at an answering service. Most call centers answer the phones for a handful of lawyers, but the average service does not cater specifically to attorneys.

An answering service can be an attorney’s best friend. While most attorneys opt to use voicemail to handle after hours emergency calls, some opt to employ an answering service. While there are costs involved in using an answering service, there are many benefits that include an increase in billable hours, making utilizing an answering service a very smart financial strategy that can be employed by many law offices. In addition to increasing billable hours from existing clientele, an answering service can also help capture phone calls from potential new clients.

But how can paying a company to answer your afterhours phone calls increase a law office’s billable hours?

It’s actually very simple. Each and every time that a client calls, reaches the afterhour’s answering service, and leaves a message the process of creating billable hours begins. This message is relayed to the office personnel and either the attorney, or the staff calls the caller back, generating a billable hour. For every message that is taken by the answering service, an opportunity is created. Every time the phone rings, by capitalizing on the call, the answering service can more than pay for itself in just a single message.

How Else Can an Answering Service help make a law firm more money?

With a service there to answer after hour’s phone calls, a law office has a greater chance to capture new business. Calls that ring in the middle of the night often times carry a high value. Accident and injury, product negligence and criminal issues seem to always come up after hours. By having a legal answering service in place to capture these phone calls, the attorney has a distinct advantage over the competition. Rapid responsiveness often will result in getting a new client. The practices that choose to have a live operator answering service in place to handle after hours calls is the one that will see their client base grow.

Won’t Voicemail Accomplish the Same Objective?

No. Traditionally voicemail is not an effective tool in capturing messages. Studies show that seven out of every ten people who reach voicemail or other forms of automation do not leave a message. Because of this factor combined with the urgency of some of the telephone calls, voicemail is not the answer for legal practices. In addition most voicemail systems do not track the attorney down in cases of time sensitive matters.

While for many people an answering service is a necessity, for attorneys it is a profit center as well. Using an answering service is an investment that will more than pay for itself, several times over. With the ability to capture leads, dispatch emergencies and represent a practice with a level of professionalism beyond automated answer, a live answering service is the only choice for the legal profession.

This guest post was provided by Nick D. of Specialty Answering Service. Specialty provides lawyer answering services to law firms, attorneys, and all business in the legal industry.

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One tip in particular that I found quite interesting was that I shouldn’t use my air conditioner any more than is absolutely needed. The reason for this is that an air conditioner sucks in pollen from the outside and transfers it into my home causing some lovely sneezing attacks.

Another tip my allergist gave was to avoid spending a lot of time around trees, grass and weeds since these are the biggest producers of pollen in the spring time. If I… Read the rest

]]> Spring is just around the corner and I can’t help but think about the terrible allergies that I get in the April and May months. The levels of pollen in my area seem to grow larger and larger as the years pass. A few months ago I visited my allergist New York to get some tips on how best to protect myself from horrible allergies this coming spring.

One tip in particular that I found quite interesting was that I shouldn’t use my air conditioner any more than is absolutely needed. The reason for this is that an air conditioner sucks in pollen from the outside and transfers it into my home causing some lovely sneezing attacks.

Another tip my allergist gave was to avoid spending a lot of time around trees, grass and weeds since these are the biggest producers of pollen in the spring time. If I do find myself outside in the spring, my allergist told me that I should immediately shower after coming in for the day or right before I turn in for the night. Taking a shower will obviously cleanse you of the pollen directly on your skin buy also prevent your skin cells from shredding.

You also should try to avoid being in the outdoors on those spring days that are especially dry and/or windy. These types of days are absolutely terrorizing for those allergic to pollen. Staying away from outside activity in the spring time is definitely a touch challenge for me living in New Jersey and just coming from a frigid winter. In fact, being outside is the only thing I want to do when the weather starts to get warmer. From soccer to golfing to running in the park, being outdoors is almost essential for me in the spring time. Let’s hope the tips I got from my New York allergist help me fight my pollen allergy this year!

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/spring-is-here-and-so-are-my-allergies/feed/ 0 New York Malpractice Lawyer Discusses Hospital Negligence http://www.thatsprofound.com/new-york-malpractice-lawyer-discusses-hospital-negligence/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/new-york-malpractice-lawyer-discusses-hospital-negligence/#comments Thu, 17 Feb 2011 19:27:30 +0000 staff http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=417 Hospitals and surgeons are financially liable for injuries and deaths that occur as a result of their negligence. Due to staff shortages, turnover, and poor communication, nurses and hospital orderlies sometimes give the wrong medication to a patient, fail to maintain a sanitary environment, and occasionally mistake one patient for another. As a result, patients develop health complications or fail to receive the care needed to prevent their condition from worsening. In the case of surgical errors, departures from standard treatment protocols on the part of surgeons can result in botched procedures, disfigurement, and complications during surgery.

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, based on suits occurring in the 75 largest counties in the US, 90% of all medical malpractice lawsuits are pursued by patients who have suffered permanent injury, or by families representing someone who has died as a result of malpractice.

Surgical Errors and Hospital Negligence… Read the rest

]]> Hospitals and surgeons are financially liable for injuries and deaths that occur as a result of their negligence. Due to staff shortages, turnover, and poor communication, nurses and hospital orderlies sometimes give the wrong medication to a patient, fail to maintain a sanitary environment, and occasionally mistake one patient for another. As a result, patients develop health complications or fail to receive the care needed to prevent their condition from worsening. In the case of surgical errors, departures from standard treatment protocols on the part of surgeons can result in botched procedures, disfigurement, and complications during surgery.

According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, based on suits occurring in the 75 largest counties in the US, 90% of all medical malpractice lawsuits are pursued by patients who have suffered permanent injury, or by families representing someone who has died as a result of malpractice.

Surgical Errors and Hospital Negligence Include:

* Wrongful Death
* Brain Damage/ Due To Lack Of Oxygen / Hypoxia
* Birth Injury / Erb’s Palsy
* Paralysis
* Post Operative Infection
o Staph Infection
o E. Coli
* Complications of Surgical Equipment That Cause Injury And Death
* Perforated bowel
* Common Bile Duct Surigical Injury
* Failing to timely diagnose and treat a post operative infection
* Mistake by anesthesiologist
* Excessive Blood Loss
* Disfigurement from disease or procedure
* Incorrect Dosage / Dispensing Wrong Drug / Dangerous Drug Interaction
* Instruments Or Sponges Left In Patient
* Nursing Home Errors
* Bedsores due to wet or dirty sheets

If you or a loved one is a victim of a hospital or physician error then contact the New York Malpractice Lawyers at Weinstein, Chase, Messinger & Peters, P.C.

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Seasoned Arlington car accident lawyers battle insurance companies every day at the negotiating table or in court.  As attorneys, we know what to expect and have our own successful strategies for handling car accident cases.

What the general public needs to know
Whether your own insurance company is failing to honor a valid claim or an at-fault driver’s insurance company opposes your case, you need to be aware of how insurance companies deal with claims.  It may come as a surprise, but certain insurance practices are so commonplace that according to the Anderson Cooper 2007 report entitled Insurance companies fight paying billions in… Read the rest

]]> Insurance is big business, and the fewer claims an insurance company pays, the more profit it makes.  This unfortunate fact lays the groundwork for many tactics that insurance agents or insurance legal teams use when dealing with car accident victims—the most prevalent type of insurance claim.

Seasoned Arlington car accident lawyers battle insurance companies every day at the negotiating table or in court.  As attorneys, we know what to expect and have our own successful strategies for handling car accident cases.

What the general public needs to know
Whether your own insurance company is failing to honor a valid claim or an at-fault driver’s insurance company opposes your case, you need to be aware of how insurance companies deal with claims.  It may come as a surprise, but certain insurance practices are so commonplace that according to the Anderson Cooper 2007 report entitled Insurance companies fight paying billions in claims, lingo for insurance tactics includes the three Ds—which stand for delay, deny, and defend.

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It will be interesting to see how the custody agreement in the Tiger Words divorce case changes  as his children get older. In this video, Tampa Florida divorce lawyer Gary Williams explains common modifications to divorce agreeements in Florida including those involving children and child custody. The New York Daily News  reported that while it has only been a year since the car crash that led to the Tiger Wood’s troubles and brought him into the public eye for martial discord, infidelity and sex addiction, Tiger Woods was able to share a quiet Turkey Day with his two children and his mother. Woods shares joint custody of his daughter Sam(3) and his son Charlie(18 months) with ex-wife Elin Nordegren.

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It will be interesting to see how the custody agreement in the Tiger Words divorce case changes  as his children get older. In this video, Tampa Florida divorce lawyer Gary Williams explains common modifications to divorce agreeements in Florida including those involving children and child custody. The New York Daily News  reported that while it has only been a year since the car crash that led to the Tiger Wood’s troubles and brought him into the public eye for martial discord, infidelity and sex addiction, Tiger Woods was able to share a quiet Turkey Day with his two children and his mother. Woods shares joint custody of his daughter Sam(3) and his son Charlie(18 months) with ex-wife Elin Nordegren.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/tiger-woods-spends-turkey-day-with-kids/feed/ 0 Poor Detroit – Local Bankruptcy Lawyers in Ann Arbor Could be Only Hope http://www.thatsprofound.com/ann-arbor-bankruptcy-lawyers/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/ann-arbor-bankruptcy-lawyers/#comments Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:02:27 +0000 staff http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=278 Could it get any worse for Detroit?

Poor Deeeetrrrooiiittttt. The Detroit Lion’s 2008 season finished 0-1was followed by their pathetic performance winning only two games in 2009. The hopeless NFL team is tied with other local embarrassments.  Michigan’s own GM needed almost $13.5 B emergency loan from the feds to avoid  Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing which would not have been advised by local Ann Arbor bankruptcy attorneys.  And then there is the Greektown Casino which shed any hope of an economic turnaround for Michigan.  The filed for bankruptcy protection in May, where they were down over 16% from the year prior.m poor Detroit. they  game than any other team in the entire NFL franchise.

The Lion’s have managed to spark more hype in ONE PREseason than any other of the 11 ACTUAL seasons of the entire NFL franchise. But the buzz is a direct result of their… Read the rest

]]> Could it get any worse for Detroit?

Poor Deeeetrrrooiiittttt. The Detroit Lion’s 2008 season finished 0-1was followed by their pathetic performance winning only two games in 2009. The hopeless NFL team is tied with other local embarrassments.  Michigan’s own GM needed almost $13.5 B emergency loan from the feds to avoid  Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing which would not have been advised by local Ann Arbor bankruptcy attorneys.  And then there is the Greektown Casino which shed any hope of an economic turnaround for Michigan.  The filed for bankruptcy protection in May, where they were down over 16% from the year prior.m poor Detroit. they  game than any other team in the entire NFL franchise.

The Lion’s have managed to spark more hype in ONE PREseason than any other of the 11 ACTUAL seasons of the entire NFL franchise. But the buzz is a direct result of their rock bottom performance in 2008 and their let down during their expected 2009 turnaround.  But poor Detroit has other problems.

Like the Lions, and their first draft picks for this season, Michigan is in the process of rebuilding.  Whether Michigan  is able to reboot and get back on two feet and get people employed will stand in the hands of the present administration as well as the the success of their top industries including their NFL franchise.  The Lions are like any business and could be launched into involuntary bankruptcy if they can’t stay afloat.  Although rare, local bankruptcy lawyer in Ann Arbor, states that these proceedings can be launched against a business if debts are not paid.  Things are looking up though, their preseason scores reflect a good start.  However lets not romanticize the stats. Their wins against the Browns and the Bills are not necessarily prime examples of tough wins.  Michigan keep your fingers crossed.

A failing industry. A bankrupt casino. A jailed mayor. The worst football team of all time.   Dan Wetzel, Yahoo Sports

…Poor Detroit.

]]> http://www.thatsprofound.com/ann-arbor-bankruptcy-lawyers/feed/ 3619 When you need a Wrongful Death Attorney in Georgia http://www.thatsprofound.com/when-you-need-a-wrongful-death-attorney-in-georgia/ http://www.thatsprofound.com/when-you-need-a-wrongful-death-attorney-in-georgia/#comments Thu, 13 May 2010 14:09:38 +0000 staff http://www.thatsprofound.com/?p=221 Most wrongful death cases in Georgia achieve the best resolution with the assistance of a skilled GA wrongful death lawyer.  Contacting an attorney ensures you understand all available options.  And, your attorney has the negotiation skills and understanding of local law to protect your rights to ensure you get a fair settlement in or out of court.

Accidental death cases do not strictly require legal assistance.  If you file an insurance claim and receive an offer for the full benefits defined in the policy, there is no need to involve anyone else.  If, on the other hand, your claim is not settled as expected, an attorney can often help you to achieve the best possible settlement.

For an honest, compassionate wrongful death attorney in GA who can assist you with your wrongful death matter, contact the Law Office of Jonathan W. Johnson, LLC today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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