In the era of fake news, blogs, and social media, words like “defamatory,” “libelous,” and “slanderous” are often colloquially used to describe instances in which someone is characterized in an unsavory light. Though there is some truth to this interpretation, each of these words are also legal terms that provide grounds for a lawsuit in […]
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The news is full of stories regarding Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) and its impact on how we live. Chatbots, computer programs which simulate conversations or communications, are particularly popular subjects. There are computer programs which may be and are being used to generate articles, reports, advertising copy as well as conversations with people on various topics.
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Preparing for a VA examination can be a daunting process for veterans who are seeking disability benefits. However, proper preparation can help ensure that the examination accurately reflects the veteran’s medical condition and increases the chances of a favorable outcome. Understand the Purpose of the Examination The first step in preparing for a VA examination
The Second Amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees the right to keep and bear arms. For hundreds of years, courts interpreted this right to be connected to service in a militia. This changed in 2008, when the United States Supreme Court, in the case of District of Columbia v. Heller ruled that the Second Amendment provides an individual right to own firearms, separate
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Hearing loss is a common condition among veterans who have been exposed to loud noises during their military service. If you have suffered hearing loss during your service, you may be eligible for service-connected disability benefits from the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). However, getting approved for disability benefits can be a complicated and
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Zealous advocacy is often invoked as a cornerstone of the legal profession and used as a guiding principle for Wisconsin lawyers. However, there are differences in how the concept of zealous advocacy is defined and applied in different legal contexts and jurisdictions. This contrast is evidenced by the removal of references to zealous advocacy in
Receiving a denial from VA can be very frustrating. Often it’s not clear why the claim was denied, or it seems like VA didn’t review any of the evidence submitted in support of the claim. While the frustration is understandable, the denial is not usually the end of the story. There are a number of options available
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The first step in determining whether a veteran’s rating can be reduced or severed is to determine whether VA has deemed the veteran to be totally and permanently disabled. When this occurs, it means that VA does not believe there is a reasonable chance that the condition will improve. If a condition has not been classified as
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A trial court generally discourages self-representation, but it does not prohibit it. The results of representing oneself pro se can be interesting, cost effective, or uncomfortable as the Waukesha County case of Darrell Brooks is proving to be. While the criminal system may provide defendants with a state appointed attorney as a matter of right, the same
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