Understanding the Various Kinds of White-collar Crimes
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19 August 2016
Criminal activities have evolved over the years. Technological advancement has widened the scope of crime beyond physical injury and outright violation of the civil rights of another person. A good example is white-collar crime. White-collar crime is a form of non-violent crime that is motivated by the need to make financial gains or cut financial losses. In most cases, people of respectable social status or technical expertise and means to manipulate existing systems and regulations are the ones who commit white-collar crime.
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How Battered Women Syndrome Can Play An Important Role In Your Self-Defense Case
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18 August 2016
If you are involved in a marriage or partnership that is most of the times tainted by physical abuse and violence, then you may be a victim of battered women syndrome (BWS). Battered women syndrome is a mental disorder that affects victims of physical abuse and domestic violence. The syndrome was first defined years ago by Lenore Walker, who is also the person that founded Domestic Violence Institute. According to Walker, the syndrome has three phases.
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Why a Solicitor Is Crucial When Facing Bankruptcy
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18 August 2016
Tough financial times can creep up on you unexpectedly. Maybe you lost a spouse who was the sole income earner, or perhaps you lost your job and found it difficult to get a new one. When the burden becomes too much to bear, it is not uncommon to find that filing for bankruptcy may be your only solution out of your insurmountable debt. However, a mistake some people make when they are contemplating this route is forgoing hiring a lawyer.
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Is Being a Solicitor The Job For You?
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17 August 2016
What to do with that law degree? You know you want to be a lawyer and work in court, but you don't know specifically how. While there are many options, not all will be the right fit. It does not matter how well they pay or how you can become one if you do not like the job description. Here is one option that may be right for you: a solicitor.
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