No matter what type of company you own, there are essential functions that pertain to each job within the company. These are normally described as the job duties or responsibilities. But what happens when your employees are unable, or even unwilling, to perform a function of the job that you feel is reasonable, based on the fact that it violates your moral or religious beliefs? Can your employees ask you to make reasonable accommodations pertaining to that job duty?
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People contemplating a divorce often have reasons for not pursuing this outcome. Here are four lines of thinking that may not be as sound as you think.
It Will Hurt the Kids
If your kids are very young, perhaps they wouldn't be able to understand a divorce. But if they are older, they may be able to sense the discord between you and your spouse. And that's probably hurting them too.
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Are you working through a custody or sole decision battle? Are divorce proceeding becoming a risky balance between maintaining a property, maintaining child visitation rights, and maintaining your dignity? The very nature of family law is highly emotional and with high personal stakes, but many people forget that they need to win the court battle in order to win any personal battles. If you're worried about the stakes and how to represent yourself when you have to speak on your own, here are a few guiding insights for family law mediation:
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Swimming pools are supposed to be where you go to hang out, have fun, and socialize with your friends, while soaking in some of the hot sun's rays. Unfortunately, sometimes the worst can happen and someone can get injured due to pool chemicals, slick surfaces, or something else entirely. Depending on the situation, you may have legal options against the owner of the pool. Contacting a local law firm can help you determine this.
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Court proceedings are very detailed, which is why hiring a court reporter is one of the most important steps that you can take. These reporters take notes and get quotes from trials, depositions, and other court hearings so that you are able to maintain records that will serve you throughout the process. Read the tips below to do all you can to bring in a court reporter that can help you:
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