Marriages end for many reasons and people are often left with emotional scars following a divorce. Some may be upset with their former partner due to instances of abuse, while others may be bitter about how their ex handled issues during the divorce. People may also have emotional baggage over an affair or some other challenge that led to the breakdown of their marriage. It is understandable to struggle with these feelings, and the divorce process can be very draining…

There are many different types of secured debt, but many would not concern anyone outside of the finance profession. Mortgages and mechanic’s liens, however, are almost synonymous with real estate. They are therefore often relevant to investors, homeowners, commercial landlords and small business. Both of these types of liabilities are often secured against real property. They may both result in foreclosure. However, that is where the similarities end, for the most part. Most people are familiar with the way a mortgage…

Narcissists are well-known for their self-centered, manipulative behavior, which can negatively affect their job performance, relationships, and — according to recent research — even their driving habits. Aggressive driving accounts for more than half of traffic accidents in the US. Researchers from Ohio State University and the University of Luxembourg wanted to learn more about the link between narcissism and hazardous driving. Prior studies were limited because they only focused on college students. These researchers looked at a broader population: those…

While the last few years have seen much publicity about the differences between millennials and older generations, there’s a trend among 20- and early 30-somethings that hasn’t received much attention: Millennials are divorcing at a lower rate than their parents. A changing institution The divorce rate in the US has been dropping since the 1990s. Furthermore, millennials are waiting longer to tie the knot. Sociologists believe these trends could be connected.  One explanation for why couples are marrying later is that they’re more…

From the use of an electronic device while driving to drug and alcohol intoxication, negligent drivers exhibit many different dangerous behaviors while they are on the road. However, some may cause an accident due to an unexpected problem. For example, someone’s footwear may get in the way of their ability to drive properly, which could cause an accident in various ways. Sadly, these accidents can be extremely devastating regardless of what causes them, and it is crucial for the victims…