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Jewelry District Accidents: Protecting Armenian Craftsmen

Armenian craftsmen and shop owners working in America's jewelry districts face a range of unique workplace hazards, from exposure to toxic metals to repetitive stress injuries. This guide covers workers' compensation rights, liability for shared building premises, California's strict lead and cadmium regulations, the misclassification of independent contractors, and the impact of language barriers on the legal outcomes of Armenian Americans.

10 Common Insurance Mistakes Armenian Immigrants Make

Armenian immigrants in the US face unique insurance risks, ranging from language barriers when making claims to recent changes to federal health coverage affecting lawfully present immigrants. This guide covers ten common insurance mistakes, such as having only the minimum required car insurance, not taking out uninsured motorist protection, settling claims too quickly and allowing immigration fears to prevent you from filing legitimate claims.

Church Hall Event Injuries: Legal Rights at Armenian Gatherings

Armenian-American church halls and community centers host hundreds of events each year. Injuries resulting from slips, trips and falls, overcrowding or food safety failures can give rise to complex legal questions. This guide covers rules on premises liability, protections under charitable immunity, fire safety codes, rights to language access, and steps to take after an injury at a church gathering.

Latest Questions & Answers

Can my wife and I get an uncontested divorce if we have kids?

We want to pursue an uncontested divorce because we don’t want to spend a lot of money on legal fees. We’ve agreed that we will sell the house and split the proceeds, and how to divide our personal belongings. We also wrote up a custody agreement for the kids, and the only thing we don’t completely agree on is how much my wife should pay in child support. She runs her own business and makes more money than I do. I went online and saw that there is a form I can download to file for an uncontested divorce but it says we have to have a signed marital settlement agreement. Other than what we wrote about custody of our kids, I’m not sure what else we need to write down. What do we need to do to get that agreement and file for an uncontested divorce here in Philly?

What exactly is a QDRO and how do I get one for my ex’s pension?

In my divorce the judge awarded me part of my husband’s pension. My lawyer at the time said I needed to have something called a “QDRO” to get my share of the retirement payments. I wasn’t happy with the way the lawyer handled my divorce and no QDRO was ever done. My ex is receiving his full pension every month and I’m not getting any part of it. I’ve researched how to do one myself and they seem very complicated. Every month that passes I’m being cheated out of my fair share of the retirement. I’ve asked my ex to pay me my share directly and he says he won’t until the law requires him to. How do I go about getting a QDRO and my retirement payments?