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At some point in your life, you will probably need the services of a lawyer. Do you know what your rights and obligations as a legal client are? Before you sign that retainer agreement, you should be very clear on what will be required of you, and what the lawyer’s responsibilities are with respect to disclosure, client confidentiality, and the overall manner in which he/she represents you.

Do you know what you need to do to stay safe this winter? The first rule of Winter is, if the weather’s bad, STAY OFF THE ROADS. Stay indoors where it’s warm – don’t put yourself or your family at risk. But if you feel you absolutely must go out there, then follow these simple rules which will increase your chances of getting back home safely and frostbite-free.

The prospect of developing Alzheimer's disease is not a pleasant thing to think about. If you have reason to believe that you or someone else in your family may be showing early warning signs of the onset of Alzheimer's, you should plan ahead. Advance planning makes it possible to deal with business, personal, legal and medical issues at a time when the patient still retains his/her memories and mental acuity.

Declaring personal bankruptcy is a decision that should not be entered into lightly. But if your personal debt far exceeds your ability to repay, then it's an option you must consider. Before you decide to declare bankruptcy, you need to know all the facts.

While it is undoubtedly an honor to be asked to deliver the eulogy at a funeral, most people get very anxious about the prospect of delivering a eulogy. And understandably so. It is a very emotional experience for most people, especially since the deceased person is someone you knew very well - a relative or a dear friend. This article has tips to help get you through the process.

A good speech is built from the ground up. Approach it the same way you would approach the planning and construction of a home. It must have a solid foundation, reinforced with facts and logic, before the ornamental fiddly bits (humor, style and delivery) are added. Form and functionality must combine to create the final aesthetic "whole".

There are nine key elements to giving a gracious and memorable acceptance speech. Remember these and you'll be accepting awards left, right and center.

It is a singular honor to be asked to give a commencement speech at your old high school, college or university. It can also be very nerve-wracking to prepare such a speech. By following these simple guidelines, you can make the process much less anxiety-laden and even enjoyable!

First impressions are the most important. But most public speakers do not have the chance to shape the audience’s first impression of them, because more often than not, they are being introduced by someone else. Therefore delivering a good, effective introduction is very important.

Because of the global nature of our economy, the world has become a much smaller place. You may therefore find yourself speaking more and more often to predominantly foreign audiences. This will necessitate learning a new set of ground rules for each country and each cultural segment you are addressing.