A Tennessee Workers’ Compensation Appeals Panel recently ruled that an on-call employee was an exception to the “coming and going rule”, meaning that the employee was eligible to receive workers’
Employers Get Creative with Workers’ Compensation Settlements
Anyone who has gone through a messy court proceeding knows that they can drag on for far too long. In an effort to meet client demands and save court costs,
6 Steps for Throwing Your Friend a Great Divorce Shower
You’ve probably heard of wedding showers and baby showers, but you may not have heard of a divorce shower before. Divorce showers are becoming a popular way to celebrate the
Volunteer Not Eligible For Workers’ Compensation
A New Jersey woman who volunteered at a local thrift store recently had her workers’ compensation claim denied because a judge ruled that she was not considered an employee under
6 Ways to Prepare Yourself for Living Alone after a Divorce
For many people going through a divorce, the prospect of moving out and living alone can be scary. Although people cope in different ways, there are certain things you can
What Happens if our House is in my Spouse’s Parents’ Names during a Divorce?
If your house is in your spouse’s name or your spouse’s parent’s name, you should contact a family law attorney at Heimerl & Lammers to help you navigate the intricacies
Appeals Court Reverses Prenuptial Agreement
A New York mother has made headlines after an appeals court overturned an odd prenuptial agreement with her millionaire husband. Elizabeth Cioffi-Petrakis, 39, said the prenup she agreed to before
5 Ways to Avoid Divorce
Divorces come in all shapes and sizes. Some divorces are the accumulation of hundreds of small events over the years, while others are the result of a major incident. Recently,
Can People other than the Parents have Parenting Time?
Yes. People other than parents may be granted parenting time, depending on the circumstances. Oftentimes we see a grandparent request parenting time with a grandchild. Usually, the courts will expect
Abortion and the Rights of Surrogate Mothers
A recent story out of Connecticut has raised legal and ethical questions about the rights of a surrogate parent who has entered into a contract with a couple seeking a