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CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT AGAINST NURSING HOME
CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT AGAINST NURSING HOME 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I have received calls before, where potential clients ask if they can join a class action suit against a nursing home.I often explain that we evaluate every case on its merits and don’t file federal class action claims, etc.BUT it looks like a few chain facilities are faced with both…

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WHY DOES YOUR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT HAVE AN ARBITRATION CLAUSE
WHY DOES YOUR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT HAVE AN ARBITRATION CLAUSE 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I doubt anyone has ever read the contract when purchasing a cell phone. If you have read your cell phone contract, you know there is an arbitration clause in the agreement which states that if you have any legal right against the cell phone company, you waive your right to…

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IMPORTANCE OF INSURANCE REFLECTED LOCALLY
IMPORTANCE OF INSURANCE REFLECTED LOCALLY 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

This week I wrote about the importance of insurance. In our small City, Roanoke, there is a coalition for responsible health care trying to protect the public from increased health care prices set by a large local hospital system.In today’s paper is an article on the Coaltion. Roanoke Times reporter…

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INSURANCE – A NECESSARY EVIL
INSURANCE – A NECESSARY EVIL 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I am not pro-insurance companies, trust me – but having health insurance in the United States is becoming increasingly important.My Mom was on a drug for MS for many years. Without insurance, it was over $300 a week! Not only did her insurance pay for it, but the insurance company…

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NON COMPETE BUY OUTS
NON COMPETE BUY OUTS 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

The average attorney that represents corporations in Virginia, probably charges at LEAST $150 an hour.So in order for your ex-employer to file a Complaint to either prevent you from working elsewhere, or alleging breach of contract, you can count on at least $2000 in legal fees. Add in meetings, discussions,…

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MIXING MEDS
MIXING MEDS 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

My brother is in town and first thing upon arrival, ran to the pharmacy to get some cold medicine.PLEASE FOLKS – tell your doctors if you are taking over the counter meds, supplements, vitamins etc. What if they prescribe a medication that has known problems with your fav cold medicine?…

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NON COMPETES IN TENN
NON COMPETES IN TENN 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

We practice in Virginia and West Virginia. This gentlemen does Corporate non-compete work in Tennessee….. And he is sharing his secrets!He is discussing Damages in Non-Compete cases, and how you prove the corporation has been damaged. It is a high burden, and I recommend to any employee leaving, to contact…

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MILITARY AND NON-COMPETES
MILITARY AND NON-COMPETES 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Here is a very large Defense contractor, stating he doesn’t want military men and woman to be subject to non-competes, so they can come work for him.Question – do you think Blackwater will have them sign a non-compete when they get there? My guess is yes~

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GRANNY CAM CATCHES ABUSER
GRANNY CAM CATCHES ABUSER 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Dan wrote about granny cams a few days ago. Please watch this — elderly man abused in his own home, caught by granny cam!

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GREAT ARTICLE ON NON COMPETES ACROSS THE US
GREAT ARTICLE ON NON COMPETES ACROSS THE US 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Here is a firm that clearly represents Employers – but their article is great. A good reminder that every state is different and every contract will be treated individually. Read it in full hereFirm of Obermayer Rebmann Maxwell & Hippel, Joseph Centeno and Terri Gillespie 15 October 2008I. INTRODUCTIONMany companies…

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