Can You Be Fired For Not Working During COVID-19?

During COVID-19, many workers are understandably fearful about returning to work. Employers who are trying to reopen, on the other hand, may not be so understanding. But can you be fired? The answer is it depends. You Can Generally Be Fired for Refusing to Work Under normal circumstances, you can be fired for refusing to work for any reason. You may not like the current conditions of your job, but your employer generally has the right to define those conditions, and you can choose whether to work under them or not. Read More 

Fighting a Charge of Brandishing a Firearm in Public

A firearm doesn't have to go off for it to be used improperly. In some cases, gun owners find themselves on the wrong side of the law if they are simply brandishing a firearm. Because this type of charge often depends on eyewitness testimony, you should speak with a criminal defense attorney because you may be able to cast doubt on the assertion that you were brandishing a firearm. 1. Understand What Brandishing Means Read More 

Avoid These Child Custody Mistakes When Seeking A Divorce

Some couples decide that divorce is the best option instead of staying married in an unhappy partnership. When you have kids, divorce can be a bit more complex and you need to make special custody arrangements. It's important to make the right choices as you go through the divorce process so that you don't make child custody mistakes. Hiring a divorce custody lawyer can help you have more success. Here are some child custody mistakes that you will want to avoid when seeking divorce:  Read More 

The SSDI Back Pay And Legal Representation Connection

One thing most people know about applying for Social Security is that it takes a long time. The time from when you stop working until the date you are approved can take months and months. All the while, your benefits are accumulating, and this money is known as back pay. Read below to find out why back pay is linked to the way you can have legal help with your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) case. Read More 

When To Hire A Tax Attorney

Sometimes it can be hard to know when to hire a tax attorney over a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) when it comes to your personal tax preparation.  In some respects, both tax attorneys and CPAs perform many of the same functions, but there are some salient differences between the two.  Most importantly, a tax attorney is your personal advocate when it comes to anything tax-related.  A CPA may perform calculations, and help with the mechanics of filling in an individual box on your federal tax return, but tax attorneys can provide greater guidance when it comes to the how regarding your taxes. Read More