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Why Think of Changing Lawyers?

I frequently get calls from people who already have a personal injury lawyer that they hired…

When Does a Witness Qualify as an Expert in New York Criminal Cases? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — February 20, 2025

During litigation, it is common for one party to have an expert testify in support of…

Can an Officer’s Generalized Knowledge about Crime in an Area Give Him Grounds to Search a Vehicle?

In New York, it is well established that to legally stop a vehicle, a police officer…

Independent Contractor vs Employee: Misclassifying Can Cost Fortunes

Under our BC employment laws, employees and contractors are treated differently. Misclassifying them can cost an…

When Can a Police Officer Legally Demand that an Occupant Step Out of His Parked Vehicle? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — March 7, 2025

In the state of New York, case law is clear that police officers have the right…

Boston drivers are the most accident-prone, Allstate study finds

Brownsville, Texas, is the safest city for drivers By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs July 7, 2025…

Can Police Officers Search a Private Home Without a Warrant but with a Resident’s Voluntary Consent?

In the state of New York, it is well established that when police officers have a…

These consumer products were more expensive in June due to tariffs

However, many consumers may have shifted their purchase behavior to avoid paying them By Mark Huffman…

Here’s how you can support Texas flood relief efforts without being scammed

We provide a link to a non-profit serving the Texas Hill Country By Mark Huffman of…

Job scammers are looking to hire you

Scammers are always “hiring” but don’t actually want to employ you. Instead, they want your money,…

Feds warn parents about AIRLYA-Life infant walkers

The CPSC points to serious safety risks By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs July 7, 2025 CPSC…

What Have Previous Clients Gotten?

Our legal team at the law firm of Jaroslawicz & Jaros, LLC has helped our clients…

When growing apart doesn’t have to be the end of your relationship

Genevieve Gresset, an expert relationship coach, explores what growing apart is and if it does really…

Walmart grapples with staffing crisis after migrant work permits are suspended

The Supreme Court nixed a humanitarian parole program for migrants By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs July…

Costco launches '9 a.m. Club' for executive members

The move may stir some two-tier tensions By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs July 7, 2025 Costco…

Trump orders higher national park fees for foreign tourists, rolls back diversity goals

Any increased revenue will fund infrastructure improvements, the White House said By Truman Lewis of ConsumerAffairs…

U.S. retirement age rising again as Social Security faces funding pressures

Trump's 'one big bill' provides some tax relief for older middle-class taxpayers By James R. Hood…

When a Fireworks Tragedy Becomes a Legal Battle: The Fourth of July Blaze That Sparked a Still-Pending Dispute

A tragic Fourth of July fire that destroyed a Stockton family’s home has become the focal…

Not a Crash: Common Airplane-Related Injuries That Can Still Win You Compensation

When you hear “airplane accident,” do you imagine a plane crash? Most people do. Crashes are…

Public funding of political campaigns: An idea that went nowhere

Should a democratic government be for sale to the best fund-raiser? By James R. Hood of…

Beneficial vs. Legal Interest in Assets such as the Family Home

If you’re going through a separation or divorce in BC, one of the biggest things to…

Immigrating to Canada Without a Job Offer: What You Need to Know

Today’s Canadian immigration system is full of programs with at-times confusing points systems and constellations of…