At some point in most legal disputes, the focus changes. It moves away from what happened and turns toward what comes next. For many, the question now is whether it makes more sense to settle the matter by agreement or to go to trial. In other words, it becomes a matter of the pros and…
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Only a small percentage of filed civil lawsuits ever reach a courtroom. In fact, various studies have shown that 90 to 95% of civil disputes are resolved before a jury is ever selected. These statistics speak a powerful narrative about how the civil justice system and the ability to resolve disputes amicably actually work in…
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If you have spent any time running a business, you understand that even the most successful organizations eventually face disagreements. Contracts are interpreted differently, partners begin to envision the company’s future in opposite ways, and workplace concerns can escalate faster than expected. Most of the time, experienced leaders work through these issues privately and move…
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Most people have a gut-level reaction when they find out someone wants to sue their company. Like many owners, they put in a great deal of hard work into their business; therefore, facing a lawsuit feels deeply personal. But now is not the time to panic. When someone threatens legal action, or your company is…
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One of the more common estate planning assumptions is that you can avoid probate if you have a Will. And honestly, the thought seems to make sense on the surface. You drafted instructions. You signed the paperwork. You did the responsible thing to handle all of life’s what-ifs. So that must mean everything that happens…
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Involvement in a hit-and-run accident can leave you unsure of what to do in the minutes that follow. Between checking for injuries, documenting what happened, and deciding who to contact, it helps to understand the steps to take after a hit-and-run accident, which steps matter most, and why they should be taken in a specific…
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When many people are facing a significant legal issue, their first thought is to find skilled representation immediately. After all, why in the world would you choose not to hire an attorney? Their job is to represent you in court (assuming that going to court is necessary), protect your legal rights, and ensure you achieve…
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Our team of attorneys at Nelson Law Group takes pride in being the compassionate and responsive legal advocates you need when it matters most. And now, with our new mobile app, it is easier than ever to stay connected with us, track the progress of your case, and, perhaps most importantly, take control of your…
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As a local small business ourselves, we understand the hard work it took to build your business from a small idea to a thriving venture. Naturally, the last thing anyone wants is for it to be undermined by a pending divorce case. So it stands to reason why many clients facing the end of their…
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wf you have been physically injured due to someone else’s actions, the first step many victims and their loved ones are encouraged to take is to reach out to a qualified and compassionate personal injury attorney. After all, the last thing you want to do is represent yourself in court, negotiate with insurance companies, or…
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