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Benefits and Drawbacks of Legal Separation

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Marriage can sometimes get tough and sometimes partners just want to be alone, I mean out of the legal bindings of marriage. You might not want to end the marriage right away, yet you want to get out of it, legal separation might be the answer, Joe Lemus, renowned Attleboro-based lawyer explained. Legal separation is like a pause button on your relationship, without totally putting an end to it. It is like testing divorce without really going through the hectic, emotionally challenging experience of signing divorce papers. It is a good option when couples want to take a break, think things through, sort out their differences, and see if they can reconcile without breaking up completely. “If you are experiencing financial problems, infidelity, or simply growing apart, legal separation is often advisable to sort out the issues and see if they can still make things work,”  Joe Lemus  explains. Joe Lemus walks you through what legal separation really entails, how it is different f...

Joe Lemus | Why Are Custody and Visitation Laws Important?

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Joe Lemus | The Difference Between Personal Injury and Bodily Injury

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Joe Lemus Explains Bodily Injury vs. Personal Injury

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Ever heard someone say, “I sustained a personal injury”? While it’s a common phrase, it’s often used interchangeably with “bodily injury.” But are they really the same thing? Renowned lawyer, Joe Lemus is here to clear up any confusion between the terms. Keep reading! The use of “bodily injury” and “personal injury” interchangeably is because many lack the deep understanding of both phrases. While they are both referred to as harms suffered by someone, personal injury is more of the legal conclusion,  Joe Lemus  says. Moreover, while they can be used interchangeably in casual conversation, the terms have different legal implications. Joe added that understanding the difference can be important in legal proceedings, especially when determining the types of damages or insurance coverage that is appropriate. Personal injury refers to any harm or damage caused to a person’s physical body, mental health, property or reputation as a result of another person’s negligence. This type o...

Joe Lemus | Family Law Basics

  “The family is the basic unit of the society and nothing is as important as having laws that safeguard it,” Joe Lemus, renowned lawyer in Attleboro says. Family law is a legal framework that focuses on issues regarding families, helping to solve issues and protect individuals within the family. There are significant times that might come up in the home from happy moments like marriage and child adoption to trying times like divorce to child custody and support. Whether you are planning a marriage, facing separation, or raising children, knowledge of the law is essential to make informed decisions or resolve disputes effectively. Expert in family law,  Joe Lemus  delves into the basics of family law and important things you need to know to get you armed with the right knowledge in matters relating to family. Marriage and Divorce Marriage is the foundation of a family that is why many states require the couple to be at least 18 years before they can tie the knot. The part...