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Bar Exam Pressure Peaks: A Alarming Surge in Dangerous Driving Among Law Students

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In Washington, D.C., an alarming trend is emerging among aspiring attorneys navigating the challenges of bar exam preparation. The pressure to succeed on this critical assessment is increasingly leaning toward harmful extremes, leading candidates to express their distress in both alarming and sometimes tragic ways. The stakes of the bar exam—considered both a rite of passage and a formidable hurdle—are motivating some examinees to take drastic actions. As prospective lawyers prepare for the bar exam, the stress can escalate significantly, with candidates reporting feelings of anxiety, fear of failure, and overwhelming pressure to perform. The … Read more

Divorce Trends Revealed: Seasonal Patterns Show Peaks in Filings with Spring and Summer Surges

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Kirk Stange, a family law attorney based in the United States, has observed distinct patterns in divorce filings, with peaks occurring in early spring and late summer. Stange, who has practiced family law for 25 years and oversees a firm with 27 offices across nine states, notes that these trends remain consistent across locations. During an interview, he likened the influx of divorce cases in these specific months to the annual rush that accountants experience during tax season. His meticulous record-keeping over the past decade has revealed that divorce filings usually surge during March and … Read more