Working with an attorney or launching a lawsuit can be daunting for people unfamiliar with the legal system. The Lawyers and the Legal Process Center sheds some light on what to expect in litigation and...
Working with an attorney or launching a lawsuit can be daunting for people unfamiliar with the legal system. The Lawyers and the Legal Process Center sheds some light on what to expect in litigation and...
Aging Americans deserve to enjoy comfortable and dignified lives. However, they may face certain risks or challenges involving their age and declining health. The Elder Law Center at Justia sheds more light on these issues.
Despite workplace safety laws, accidents happen on the job all too often. These generally trigger a right to medical, wage, and other benefits. The Workers’ Compensation Law Center at Justia describes the rules governing these...
Read about some of the highlights from what we accomplished this year in expanding our portal of free legal resources. We compiled a legal dictionary, 50-state surveys, and biographies of U.S. Supreme Court Justices, among...
Buying securities or taking out a loan can be intimidating, but consumers have recourse against misconduct by financial professionals or institutions. The Banking and Finance Law Center at Justia explains some of the key rules...
Variations in state laws can shape the rights and protections of employees, consumers, accident victims, criminal defendants, and more. This year, Justia has continued to expand our archive of 50-state surveys on key topics.
When people go to the doctor, they expect to get better rather than worse. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen. Justia provides a Medical Malpractice Law Center to help inform patients about their legal options.
Facing a criminal charge is daunting, but defendants have important rights to protect. The Criminal Law Center at Justia explains the elements of many crimes and a variety of potential defense strategies.
Nearly 200 countries span the globe. International law provides rules for how they should treat their citizens, the planet, and one another. A Justia Legal Guide describes some of the key areas that international law...
Businesses are always aiming to maximize profits and conquer the competition. Sometimes they cross the line in chasing those goals. The Consumer Protection Law Center at Justia discusses what you can do when this happens.