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I was driving a family car when I was stopped for DWI. When they arrested the car, found drugs under the front seat, and charged me with possession even though I told them I didn't know anything about the drugs. What was their basis for this?
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The doctor prescribed two medications. The pharmacy filled on prescription correctly and the second one incorrectly. The combination of the two can cause internal bleeding. We researched the drugs on the internet prior to taking them; so none were taken. Do we have a case?
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What does "property" mean in the legal world?
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The stock my broker sold me in an initial public offering went to zero after the sec accused the company of fraud. What are my options?
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I fell down and injured myself on someone else's property. I don't feel well. Should I wait to see if I feel better before doing anything about my slip and fall accident?
If I pursue a lawsuit against a landowner for a slip and fall accident, what are some of the things that the landowner might argue against me?
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Wrongful Death Claims
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