Imagine this: You're a doctor with a thriving practice and you would never, ever pass out painkillers to a patient without a good reason. You have a solid reputation as a compassionate physician, however, so patients in pain have sought you out -- hoping for relief....
Avoiding mistakes when filing a motion to compel
One of the worst nightmares an attorney can experience is an accusation of malpractice -- and that can happen very easily if you make a mistake during the discovery process. Aside from putting your client in a bad position, you could be putting your career in jeopardy...
Why is good moral character important as an attorney?
Working through law school may have been the most challenging yet rewarding time in your life. You may have studied hard, but also found time to go out with your friends. You may not have thought too much about how those outings could affect your future career, but if...
Attorneys: Watch what you say to your family and friends
"Hey, you're an attorney! I have a question for you!"If you have a law degree, that's probably a familiar statement. You likely hear it from time to time from close family members, distant family members, neighbors, friends, friends of friends and casual acquaintances...
6 things you don’t want to do if you’re a nurse
One small oversight is all it takes to put your nursing license -- and your entire career -- in danger. So, what can you do to protect yourself?Follow this guide: 1. Don't disregard protocol.The protocols used by your facility are there to protect both nurses and...
Could a mental health issue put your law license at risk?
An attorney's job isn't always the easiest. No matter which area of law you practice, you probably have a first-hand look at people who are going through some of the darkest days of their lives. All too frequently, you may have to deliver clients the bad news that...
