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Oliver QuinlanA lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so kids and parents can have a meaningful talk about privacy https://t.co/KQ6IWWNell via @qz
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ocutgray57ohairMany people may become stressed about dealing with legal issues. Fortunately, it is not hard to become more familiar with this profession so that you can choose the right attorney for your needs. Learn how important it is to have a good lawyer on your side.
A good tip if you're looking to bring on a lawyer is to make sure you thoroughly investigate whether or not a certain lawyer will be a good fit. It's generally a good idea to go over a few different lawyers at a time and compare them to each other.
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Before you hire a lawyer, sit down and define the problem that you have. Sometimes, you may find that your situation is not bad enough to warrant a lawyer. Understanding exactly what you are going through can help save you a lot of money over time with a lawyer and court fees.
You need to know what your legal budget is before you hire a lawyer. You have to include in this the time spent away from work, if you don't get paid for it, to ensure you have enough to pay your bills. Include travel costs, phone bills and other expenses which might come along.
Only use lawyers you can trust. If you need a lawyer for professional or business matters, then this is extremely crucial. Retainer fees and signing blank checks are common requests of lawyers there. If you sign a blank check, you are putting your finances in your attorney's hands. You always need to protect yourself.
Take your time when looking for a lawyer. You may be tempted to hire the first one you talk to, but this is not a good idea. You need to shop around for a lawyer the same way that you would for a car. Only then can you decide which attorney is a good fit for you.
It is hugely important that you know exactly what your lawyer plans to do for you. They should lay it out in writing, preferably, before you sign on the dotted line. If they get you to sign a legal document they have drafted without explaining it, run the other way.
Keep in mind that you will end up paying a lawyer for more than just the time they spend on your case. If applicable to your case, you may have to pay them for phone costs, traveling costs, and even costs to make copies. Take this into consideration when making a financial plan.
Use the Internet prior to choosing an attorney. Not only can you find attorney listings and backgrounds, but you can find a lot of legal help. Legal-focused forums exist that can give you background information about your matter and guide you to the right specialists. Simple legal matters, like making a will, can sometimes also be handled through legal websites.
When trying to decide on an attorney, make sure to ask about his or her credentials. You may find that certain lawyers have particular specializations. Particularly if you have a complex case, you need to know what each attorney is best at. Keep detailed notes so you can compare and contrast individuals later on.
A good tip to keep in mind when thinking about hiring a lawyer is to only hire a lawyer if you're comfortable with the pay structure. Some lawyers might try to get you to pay a hefty retainer fee or write a blank check. Avoid these lawyers at all costs.
Make a note of how long it takes a lawyer to schedule your first meeting. If it takes weeks to even see the lawyer for the first time, the lawyer may be too busy to give you proper service. You want a lawyer who puts you high on his list of priorities.
If you are unsure whether or not your lawyer is doing his/her job well, don't hesitate to ask for a second opinion. You probably would rather not have to change lawyers because this is usually expensive and time-consuming. So a good second opinion is definitely worth the effort.
If you are looking to find a lawyer with a very specific sort of experience, it pays to do some fairly extensive research. For instance, if you need an attorney who specializes in appellate matters, spend some time looking at reported cases in which they represented one of the parties. By learning what sorts of cases a given lawyer tends to take and the type of results they get, you will be better able to decide if their talents suit your needs.
When you are purchasing a home or other property, you should consider hiring an attorney to make sure every detail of the contract is done correctly. The same is true if you are selling a property. The extra expense is well worth knowing there will be no future surprises for you.
It's important that you remember what you've read here as you go about the selection process. A good attorney isn't hard to find, but he or she is not just going to jump out at you. You have to know what you're looking for, and hopefully you now feel like you do. -
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Vincent MurphyExcellent > A lawyer rewrote Instagram's terms of service for kids. Now you can understand it. #privacy https://t.co/fjMhnquP6d
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10 Jan 17
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Daniël CromptonA lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so kids and parents can have a meaningful talk about privacy
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Brian TaylorIn Britain, more than half of 12- to 15-year-olds are on Instagram, according to OfCom (pdf), the country's communications regulator. So are 43% of 8- to 11-year-olds. But how many of them understand what they signed when they joined? Pretty much 0%, according to "Growing Up Digital", a report released Jan. 5 (pdf) by the UK Children's Commissioner.
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09 Jan 17
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Marcello MongardiA lawyer rewrote Instagram's TOS for kids so they can understand all of the private data they are giving up. #edtech https://t.co/V4E0EeiGak
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John Pearce"Jenny Afia, a privacy law expert at Schillings, a UK-based law firm, rewrote Instagram’s terms of service in child-friendly language (see page 10). Here are some of the paragraphs—the emphasis is ours:"
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Megan GraffA lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so kids & parents can have a meaningful talk about privacy https://t.co/Pd1GGMUUPw via @mscofino
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Keri-Lee BeasleyStudent-friendly terms and conditions of Instagram. Similar to many Social Media apps.
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A lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so kids and parents can have a meaningful talk about privacy
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08 Jan 17
Paulo MoekotteA lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so kids and parents can have a meaningful talk about privacy https://t.co/VdtPoHbyUv via @qz
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Stephen TaylorA lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so kids and parents can have a meaningful talk about privacy https://t.co/tqt1jHzNBS via @qz
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Clare FenwickA lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so kids and parents can have a meaningful talk about privacy https://t.co/VdtPoHbyUv via @qz
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david osimoA lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so that kids and parents can have a conversation about privacy. https://t.co/OdavJh2I3f
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07 Jan 17
Anne ShilloloA lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so kids and parents can have a meaningful talk about privacy https://t.co/uQgGFFu39i #digcit
A lawyer rewrote Instagram’s privacy policy so kids & parents can have meaningful talk about privacy https://t.co/AYPylQbDTs @qz. @ambermac -
Wessel van RensburgLawyer rewrites #Instagram’s jargon-filled #privacy policy so kids & parents can understand it: https://t.co/86yvZXwYTg #Lawyers #SmallPrint
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