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Ms. Margaret “Maggie” Solomon joined the firm in 2015. She began her career as an underwriter for a small insurance company based out of Dallas, Texas. She started her legal career working at a small Houston firm where she was responsible for case maintenance and management of complex multiparty suits involving issues of Bank Fraud and Civil RICO. Throughout her career, Ms. Solomon worked for multiple mid-sized defense firms in Houston and Beaumont, Texas where she managed the defense of products liability claims, gross negligence claims and premise liability claims for multiple clients. Ms. Solomon is responsible for the pre-litigation docket at the Maida Law Firm - Auto Accident Attorneys of Houston. Ms. Solomon is a Senior Fellow in the American Leadership Forum. As a fourth generation Texan, Ms. Solomon knows the importance of a strong community and is an active volunteer with multiple non-profit organizations throughout Houston. Ms. Solomon attended the University of Texas and graduated in 1992 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Classical Civilizations. She then attended the University of Oklahoma, College of Law in Norman, Oklahoma to obtain her Juris Doctorate in 1995 and was admitted to practice law in Texas in 2000. She is also licensed to practice in the State of Oklahoma and the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas.
03/05/2021
We have all heard the expression, “Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me.” But, how do we really know when we are being fooled? Though Construction Fraud was not listed in Investopedia’s Most Common Types of Consumer Fraud article, Construction Fraud is more common than you would think. Normally, when one thinks about the term “fraud”, you think of your credit card being compromised, but did you ever think of Construction Fraud, and ways you can prevent it? According to USlegal.com, the sole definition of Construction Fraud is “The involvement of deceit in the performance of construction work, often involving home repairs. Basically, promises are made that are intended to be relied on, and that reliance leads to harm or loss when the promise fails to be fulfilled.” Just like any obstacles you may pass, there are steps you can take to ensure you are not another victim. Below are four simple steps that can prevent harm from your contracting company. Use a licensed Contractor / Sub Contractor: Using a licensed Contractor means that they hold the appropriate liability and protection insurances, just in case something was to happen on the job. Always request copies of your contractor’s liability and workman’s compensation contracts, for your protection. Review THEN sign your contact: Reviewing your contract before signing it plays a major role in understanding and agreement. The party understands which work will be done and agrees to pay the negotiated price. Nothing more, nothing less. Homeowners are encouraged to seek and obtain qualified legal counsel to review and approve construction agreements, to ensure their concerns are presented and addressed. NEVER PAY CASH: Paying cash as an unrecorded transaction is extremely dangerous for both you and your contractor. If you have a job that is $5,000.00 and you pay your contractor $5,000.00 cash – if he/she felt like it, your contractor could easily lien you and your home for the “remaining $2,000.00 he never received”. Even though you paid every cent due. Should any payments be made in cash, make sure to request and obtain receipts for the transactions, stating the amount paid and date paid on the invoice. Make sure your work is inspected: Making sure your work is checked and inspected afterword ensures that everything is safe and up to code. Once this is finished, you can proceed in paying off your contractor. This can only be done when the owner files an application for a building permit for the work that is being done. You can file building permits at your local Building Department. You should never proceed with finished work without a permit or proper inspections. Thinking you were a victim of fraud and proving fraud in court are two different things. When accusing one of construction fraud, you need to prove that there was harmful and malice content. Though once caught, your contractor would be in a whirlwind of trouble. Fraud in the United States is taken very seriously and can result in heavy payment penalties and even prison sentences. In 2012, New York City’s oldest Contracting Company, Lend Lease, was accused of routinely paying labor foremen for one or two hours of overtime every day that they never worked. This scheme carried out by the company defrauded government agencies and private developers of an estimated $19 million. Lend Lease was fined $56,000,000.00 in restitution because of their 10-year over billing conspiracy. As you can see, being victim to Construction Fraud is preventable, and can save you from non-agreed upon expenses. In today’s day and age of the cyber city, finding reviews on your contractor can be very simple and quick. Personally, searching for reviews and consumer reports on your contractor before a hire is the safest option to find the most reliable contractor for your job.
03/02/2021
Get a Free Consultation with a Santa Fe personal injury lawyer in New Mexico. Call (505) 426-8711 or message us online below.
03/02/2021
Learn more about your rights following a Pennsylvania nursing home injury. Our Philadelphia nursing home abuse attorney can help you achieve justice after a bed sore, fall or wrongful death in a PA facility.
03/02/2021
If your family member suffered a bed sore, broken bone or wrongful death inside a Florida long term care facility, our Boca Raton nursing home abuse attorneys can help. Contact us today for a free case consultation.
03/02/2021
Full-service law firm representing employees and their claims against their employers for wage and hour violations, whistleblower violations, claims of wrongful termination, as well as harassment, discrimination, and retaliation based on their age, sex, gender, disability, marital status, pregnancy, and other protected characteristics.
02/28/2021
Legal Translation of Foreign driving driving so that you can convert it. The list of countries are: 1- United Kingdom. 2- Italy. 3- France. 4- Belgium. 5- Germany. 6- Switzerland. 7- Denmark. 8- Greece. 9- Spain. 10- Norway. 11- Finland. 12- New Zealand 13- Ireland. 14- Sweden. 15- Romania. 16- Austria. 17- Poland. 18- Luxembourg. 19- Netherlands (For Netherlands nationals only). 20- Portugal (For Portugal nationals only). 21- Slovakia (For Slovakia nationals only). 22- Latvia (For Latvia nationals only). 23- Serbia (For Serbia nationals only). 24- Lithuania (For Lithuania nationals only). 25- Hungary (For Hungary nationals only). 26- Bulgaria (For Bulgaria nationals only). 27- Iceland (For Iceland nationals only). 28- Albania (For Albania nationals only). 29- Turkey. 30- Singapore. 31- Japan. 32- South Korea (Light Vehicle only). 33- China (For China nationals only, and for category C1 and C2 only). 34- Hong Kong (Light Vehicle only). 35- Australia (No conversion for categories Q-CP1- CP2) 36- United States. 37- Canada (Category G only). 38- South Africa 39. Montenegro (For Montenegro nationals only) 40. Cyprus (For Cyprus nationals only)
03/01/2021
From police reform to legalized gambling and alcohol sales to digital license plates, here’s a small sampling of the bills filed during Texas’ 87th legislative session—which may become law later this year.
02/27/2021
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02/26/2021
The Four Steps for Obtaining SSI Child Benefits If you are a disabled adult, child or veteran, call our disability attorneys and staff at 404-479-4431 or visit www.kathleenflynnlaw.com/we-care to file appeals for service connected veterans benefits or SSI/SSDI applications, requests for reconsideration, requests for hearing, requests for review of unfavorable ALJ decisions with Appeals Council briefs and to pursue cases in US District.#socialsecurity #ssdi #ssi #disability #disabilities #socialsecuritydisability #lawyer #attorney #ssiattorneys #ssilawyers #dib #childssi #childdac #veteransbenefits
02/27/2021
Vladisavljević Law Office in Belgrade, Serbia (Advokatska kancelarija Vladisavljević) is a multidisciplinary Law Firm that uses comprehensive knowledge of the judiciary, business and industry sector, with a number of advisors and experts who help us provide innovative legal solutions and excellence in services throughout Serbia and Southeast Europe. Vladisavljević Law Office provides a wide range of legal services to both domestic and foreign companies, organizations and individuals. What distinguishes us is that we give our best in every our task and that we strive for each of our results to be better than the previous one. We compete not with other people’s results, but with our previous results. The best recommendation for our lawyers are our satisfied clients in Belgrade, Serbia and in region.
02/27/2021
Faryal Poonah Immigration Law Firm Toronto Immigration Lawyer are here to answer your questions and provide high-quality immigration services and solutions. Immigration matters can be complicated; therefore, we are available to help inform you of every aspect regarding your situation. We take great pride in using our expertise for you and look forward to hearing from you.
02/24/2021
Business Name : Fausto's Bail Bonds Address : 530 W. Vista Way Vista, CA 92083 Phone : (619) 525-9855 Website : https://www.faustosbailbonds.com/ We offer a totally free bail consultation for you and your family. With Fausto's Bail Bonds, you can be confident that we will always work hard to be there for you, your family and friends in the times you need us the most. Our offices are designed to privately and discreetly handle your personal bail transactions in a clean and comfortable office setting. In your time of crisis, selecting the appropriate bail bondsman is a crucial decision that needs to be made in a quiet office setting surrounded by experienced and knowledgeable bail professionals. Our agents have been with Fausto's for an average of 10 years. That speaks for itself. This support, knowledge and privacy are crucial if a friend or loved one is to be bailed out quickly. By selecting Fausto's Bail Bonds, you have made the appropriate decision ensuring that a loved one gets the opportunity to be free of jail during criminal proceedings against him/her. Many different choices and bail bondsmen exist, but only Fausto's Bail Bonds will help you in navigating the complicated criminal justice process successfully. Keywords : bail bond At Vista, CA. Law At Vista, CA. Legal At Vista, CA. Hour : 24/7 Payment : cash, credit/debit cards Social link : https://www.facebook.com/faustosbailbonds/ https://plus.google.com/+Faustosbailbonds
02/24/2021
At Healy Scanlon Law Firm, we take the safety of others as a serious concern. This concern shows not only in the types of cases we handle, but also in the things we do when we are not in the courtroom.
02/24/2021
Now more than ever it is important to consider your estate planning and the reality that if you apply for Community Medicaid in the future, you will be subject to a thirty-month lookback.
02/24/2021
When creating a last will and testament or a living trust, there are certain planning techniques that can be advantageous to those who inherit your assets. One such technique is distributing assets to your beneficiaries in trust to provide them with creditor protection, which they would be unable to create for themselves.
02/25/2021
Welcome to Maida Law Firm - Auto Accident Attorneys of Houston. We focus our legal services at the Maida Law Firm in the area of Personal Injury law. By limiting our practice to Personal Injury Law, we are able to achieve the best possible results for our clients. The Maida Law firm is committed to seeking justice in every case and seeing that each of our client’s legal rights are properly protected. With over 26 years of handling Personal Injury cases, we have represented people in almost every type of circumstance and have addressed almost every type of issue
02/25/2021
Texas law prohibits texting while driving, with criminal penalties ranging from fines to potential jail time. Yet despite its strict laws on distracted driving, the use of smart phones while driving continues to be a leading cause of car accidents in our state.
02/23/2021
Will a bankruptcy stop your garnishment? It depends but take a look at our blog for more information.
02/23/2021
02/23/2021
How Australian Lawyers getting hurt as a result of COVID-19 shutdowns Australian Lawyers getting hurt as a result of Covid-19 shutdowns. Digital Disruption leading them back to work. Like most other industries, the legal fraternity is seeing difficulties with the continuing lockdowns in many states and area hotspots. The legal profession can be proud of the way it has adapted to servicing clients and continuing to work from remote locations however some layers have seen their firms suffer financially as a result. Lawyers are using online methods such as videoconferencing and new office management software to work remotely with coworkers, colleagues, and clients. Lawyers are attending Court by telephone and by the same video conferencing methods to good effect to keep progressing court matters. Read more information: https://www.jamesnoblelaw.com.au/australian-lawyers-getting-hurt/
02/23/2021
We see it all the time. Someone gets into an accident, but they feel as though their soreness, bumps, and bruises don’t necessitate a visit to the doctor. They attempt to negotiate a settlement with the insurance company, and several months down the line, the adjuster flat out denies their injury claim. While it may not seem important to seek medical attention as soon as possible following a car accident, the truth is that failing to do so gives the insurance company every reason to deny your claim. Not only is the burden on you to prove that your injuries were caused by the crash, but failing to get checked out by a doctor could be considered a failure in your legal duty to mitigate damages.
