Understanding the Difference Between Felony and Misdemeanor Crimes
Regarding criminal law, it’s essential to distinguish between two main types of crimes: felonies and misdemeanors. Both terms refer to criminal defense actions but vary significantly in severity, penalties, and long-term consequences. What Are Felonies and Misdemeanors? Felony: A felony…
States vs. Feds: The 10th Amendment Battle Over Conscription in the War of 1812
“The last of all oppressions” That’s how Thomas Jefferson described the military draft. Because of widespread opposition to it, the federal government didn’t actively draft men into the military until the Civil War. But, during the War of 1812, it…
Financial Planning for Disabled Adult Children: Social Security Disability Explained
Lawyers are not the only ones with clients facing questions about Social Security Disability. Financial advisors get these questions too. Let’s talk about the Wilson family. The Wilson Family Situation James and Ann Wilson are your clients, seeking financial advice…
What’s Your Why? A Collective Portrait of Purpose and Compassion at National Comp 2024
At the heart of the 2024 National Comp conference in Las Vegas, Paradigm invited attendees to participate in a unique and interactive experience, transforming personal reflections into a striking work of art. The “What’s Your Why? Portraits of Purpose” engagement…
What are the signs of infected bedsores?
When you have a loved one who is admitted to a nursing home, one of the saddest things you can find out is that they have bedsores, and due to neglect, their already painful bedsores are infected. Bedsores, or pressure…
How are TBIs evaluated in Illinois workers’ compensation claims?
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are serious injuries that can have lasting effects on workers. Workers’ compensation claims for TBIs require a thorough evaluation to determine the extent of the injury and the appropriate benefits for the injured worker. Medical evaluation…
Understanding Plaintiffs’ Claims in the Exactech Multidistrict Litigation (MDL) | Oberheiden P.C.
The recently revised pre-trial schedule in the multidistrict litigation (MDL) against Exactech gives new plaintiffs more time to join the litigation before it heads to trial next year. That is, of course, assuming that the litigation doesn’t settle—which appears to…