One of the most common questions we get here at Busker Busker. Most of us have employed a lawyer before, but you may not know all they do and be aware of the different types of lawyers that exist.
What is a lawyer?
A lawyer is a professional who has studied law to advise and represent others in legal matters. There are many different types of lawyers from criminal lawyers to civil rights lawyers. However, there are two categories that most lawyers fall into – solicitors and barristers. The main difference between these two types of lawyers is who they represent:
Solicitors – Solicitors provide legal advice to clients, draft legal documents and represent clients in court or during negotiations. They usually work in private practice or in a firm with other solicitors, dealing with cases in areas such as family law, crime, commercial law or personal injury claims.
Barristers – Barristers focus solely on litigation (representing clients in court) and are only briefed once a case has been accepted by a solicitor. Barristers usually specialise in one area of law (for example criminal or tax law) and are often instructed by solicitors to represent clients in court. …
While most of us have suffered through the experience of employing a lawyer, you may not know all they do and be aware of the different types of lawyers that exist.
1. Personal injuries
If you’ve been injured in a car accident or at work, then an injury lawyer can help you to claim compensation for your loss of earnings and medical expenses.
2. Workers’ compensation
If you’ve been injured at work, then a workers’ compensation lawyer can assist with your claim against your employer.
3. Medical malpractice
If you’re claiming against a health practitioner or medical facility for a negligent misdiagnosis or inaccurate treatment, then your lawyer will need to understand medical terminology and practices.
4. Divorce
An experienced divorce lawyer can assist with property settlements and the care arrangements for children following the breakdown of a marriage or relationship.
Busker Busker is a legal firm that provides services across Western Australia. We are a small practice with big ideas and we like to do things a little differently.
Busker Busker is focussed on providing high-quality legal services to our clients through the use of technology, efficiency, transparency and communication.
We provide legal services in areas including family law, wills and estates, business law, commercial leasing, conveyancing, planning and development and criminal law.
When you think of a lawyer, do you see the suits and briefcases or do you think of the legal dramas on TV? You may be surprised to know that this is not real life. Lawyers are not all suited up and searching for justice like the lawyers on TV.
Lawyers come in many different shapes and sizes. There are so many different types of lawyers that specialize in one particular field of law. Some lawyers work within the court system others work outside of the court system.
The most common type of lawyer is a litigator or trial lawyer. This type of lawyer goes to court to argue on behalf of their clients when they have been sued, or when they are suing someone else. Trial lawyers can specialize further in criminal or civil litigation, but trial lawyers handle both criminal and civil cases.
A lot of people think that all lawyers are only involved in criminal cases, but this is not true at all! Civil litigation involves disputes between individuals or organizations without any involvement from the government. Civil litigation can range from an auto accident with injury claims to breach of contract where businesses sue each other over terms they failed to agree upon in a business contract.
A lawyer is a person who practices law, as an advocate, barrister, attorney, counselor or solicitor or chartered legal executive. Working as a lawyer involves the practical application of abstract legal theories and knowledge to solve specific individualized problems, or to advance the interests of those who retain (i.e., hire) lawyers to perform legal services.
The role of the lawyer varies greatly across legal jurisdictions and so it can be treated here in only the most general terms.
In many countries, particularly those with fused professions, there are two main types of lawyer: solicitors and barristers. While the barrister in England and Wales may now deal with some aspects of corporate law; in most Commonwealth countries the distinction between barristers and solicitors has been blurred; barristers may act as advocates in any court of law, and solicitors are entitled to appear before any court. In common law jurisdictions such as Canada and England & Wales it is also possible for non-lawyers with a Legal Practice Course to have rights of audience in specialist courts such as employment tribunals without having to join the legal profession.
As a personal injury lawyer, one of the most common questions I get asked is: “What’s my case worth?”
That’s a very good question. However, it is difficult to answer. There are many factors that go into the evaluation of personal injury cases. Some of these factors include the nature of your injuries, the extent of your damages, who was at fault for the incident, insurance coverage and policy limits and many others.
Let me first explain what is meant when we refer to damages in a personal injury case. Damages refer to the monetary compensation you may be entitled to. There are several types of damages. The three main types are economic damages, noneconomic damages and punitive damages. Economic damages include medical bills and lost wages or loss of earning capacity. Noneconomic damages include pain, suffering and loss of enjoyment of life. Punitive damages are not awarded in every case, but may be awarded by a jury if a defendant’s conduct was particularly egregious or outrageous with the intent to harm the plaintiff or others. Punitive damage awards are intended to punish the defendant and deter others from engaging in similar conduct.
In evaluating your case, an attorney will likely consider all of the above factors as well as many other things. For example, an attorney
Busking is the practice of performing in public places for gratuities. In many countries the rewards are generally in the form of money but other gratuities such as food, drink or gifts may be given. Busking is a form of work.
Buskers come in all shapes, sizes and talents. Just like people! Some buskers perform music, others juggle, and some paint amazing works of art on the street. With so much competition and so many different types of street performers out there, it can be difficult to decide what type of entertainer you want to be.
The most popular choice amongst buskers are musicians. Musicians will often play one instrument but some have been known to play up to four instruments at a time (typically guitar, harmonica and drums)! Now that’s talent! There are some very talented singers too!
There are specific requirements for each instrument when busking. For example, if you’re playing an acoustic guitar you’ll need a microphone or speaker system so everyone around you can enjoy your music. Some cities are strict about noise levels so check with your local council first before busking.
