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Calculation of Compensation in a Kansas Personal Injury Case

If you receive injuries due to the negligence of another person, Kansas law may allow you to recover compensation from the at-fault party. Damages is the term often used to describe this compensation. When a claim meets all the legal requirements, th… Read More
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Dividing Marital Property in a Kansas Divorce

If a married couple gets a Kansas divorce, a state statute gives the court the authority to determine an equitable division of the marital property as part of the divorce proceeding. In many divorce cases, the spouses can reach an agreement on proper… Read More
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Categories: Divorce, Family Issues
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What Is the Kansas Implied Consent Law for DUI?

The State of Kansas, like all other states, has an implied consent law that applies to any driver pulled over on suspicion of DUI. Under the law, by exercising the privilege of driving a vehicle in the state, a driver has a legal obligation to consen… Read More
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Steps to Take After a Loved One Passes Away

Losing a loved one is among life’s most difficult challenges. While you and your family grieve your loss, it can be hard to focus on the steps to take after a loved one passes away. Getting assistance from an attorney can ease your burden and allow… Read More
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Why Are Contracts Important for Your Business?

When you own a business, you enter into numerous contracts that affect your operations and address a wide range of matters, from financing the business and securing supplies to hiring employees. The terms of each business contract establish your lega… Read More
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Categories: Business Issues
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3 Risks of Do-It-Yourself Estate Planning

DIY Estate Planning The do-it-yourself approach is wonderful for many things. But DIY estate planning poses significant risks to you, your family, and your assets. Getting help from a knowledgeable estate planning lawyer is the only way to ensure tha… Read More
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Can I Sue My Boss for Sexual Harassment?

State and federal anti-discrimination laws prohibit sexual harassment in the workplace. The laws protect employees from unwelcomed and unwanted sexual advances and demands and from a hostile work environment. In addition to administrative remedies pr… Read More
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Categories: Employment Issues
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What Does It Mean to Waive Inspection?

In recent years, as the residential real estate market has become highly competitive for buyers, some prospective homebuyers sweeten their offers by agreeing to waive inspection when buying a home. While this strategy may result in winning the war of… Read More
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Categories: Real Estate Issues
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Can a Loan Modification Prevent Foreclosure on Your Home?

If you are behind in your mortgage payments, a loan modification may be an option to help you prevent foreclosure on your home. But a loan modification has advantages and disadvantages, which you should fully understand before you decide it’s the r… Read More
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Categories: Mortgage Issues
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How Does the Eminent Domain Process Work in Kansas?

Governments and certain quasi-governmental entities (like utilities) have the ability to take private property for public use on payment of just compensation. This authority is called the power of eminent domain. Exercise of the power occurs through… Read More
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Categories: Real Estate Issues