<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Justly Prudent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Justly Prudent provides comprehensive legal services across multiple practice areas, with particular aptitude in civil rights litigation.]]></description><link>https://www.justlyprudent.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:12:29 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.justlyprudent.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Business Meal Deductions vs. Travel Meal Deductions: A Practical Guide for Solo and Small Law Firm Owners]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meals are a routine part of practice development and litigation travel, but the Internal Revenue Code treats a client lunch and an out-of-town deposition dinner very differently. This practical guide for solo and small firm owners breaks down the statutory framework, the overnight rule, per diem versus actual cost methods, and the contemporaneous recordkeeping that keeps deductions intact on audit.]]></description><link>https://www.justlyprudent.com/post/business-meal-deductions-vs-travel-meal-deductions-a-practical-guide-for-small-business-owners</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a351ae1bfacb36e353e1e71</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Jun 2026 10:51:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/650b65_d46287229e0941ce83236c53c5fa0785~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_975,h_544,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jordan D. Howlette</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three Common Mistakes That Can Weaken Your Personal Injury Claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Article Summary: Understanding how the claims process works helps you avoid missteps that can reduce your recovery. Prompt medical care, careful communication, and documented losses protect your health and your finances. Early legal guidance puts you in the best position to make informed decisions throughout the process. Filing a personal injury claim after an accident can feel overwhelming, especially when you are managing pain, medical appointments, and disruptions to your daily routine all...]]></description><link>https://www.justlyprudent.com/post/three-common-mistakes-that-can-weaken-your-personal-injury-claim</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bc021c5be205a15a0c1c4d</guid><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 14:05:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3ece51_a357ebea86764095b547f52e867c3d79~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>marketing9204</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Ways Social Media Can Undermine Your Personal Injury Case]]></title><description><![CDATA[Article Summary: Casual posts, comments, and photos after an accident can weaken your claim and shrink your recovery. Defense lawyers and insurers search social media for anything that hints you are less injured than you report. Careful limits on what you share, and what others share about you, help protect the strength of your case. After a crash or serious fall, grabbing your phone feels natural. You want support, you want to vent, you want people to know what happened. The problem:...]]></description><link>https://www.justlyprudent.com/post/the-ways-social-media-can-undermine-your-personal-injury-case</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699df8f4bf1bf6f6a2a486f6</guid><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 19:18:09 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3ece51_062fa9db49534a92983596d6695b39c2~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>marketing9204</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Whistleblower Retaliation Isn’t Always Obvious—Here’s What It Looks Like]]></title><description><![CDATA[Article Summary: Whistleblower retaliation often appears through subtle workplace changes rather than immediate termination or discipline. Patterns such as exclusion, altered evaluations, and job duty changes can form strong legal evidence when documented properly. Federal and state laws protect individuals who report wrongdoing, but deadlines and procedural rules require early action. Most people picture retaliation as loud and immediate. A firing. A demotion. A public blowup. Real life...]]></description><link>https://www.justlyprudent.com/post/whistleblower-retaliation-isn-t-always-obvious-here-s-what-it-looks-like</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696a56e0022bfc82f766b3f5</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 15:22:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3ece51_07a6743467334b86893ea1c3366c2d67~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>marketing9204</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Is the Equal Protection Clause in the 14th Amendment?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As part of our continued mission to help the American people better understand their own rights, it’s important to look at the very guiding document that established much legal precedent in this country: The Constitution. We recently explored what rights the First Amendment grants  to the people, and, as we go further through the rights granted via constitutional amendment, we will now explore a key part of the 14th Amendment : The Equal Protection Clause. This amendment and clause set the...]]></description><link>https://www.justlyprudent.com/post/what-is-the-equal-protection-clause-in-the-14th-amendment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">693d9d1738266d8ba626c493</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 17:11:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3ece51_6a0d5cecf408448c9861e15d746e5956~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>marketing9204</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who Pays the Medical Bills in a Personal Injury Case?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Article Summary: Medical bills often arrive long before a personal injury case is resolved, requiring injured individuals to cover upfront costs through insurance, payment plans, or medical liens. Every bill, receipt, and treatment record is critical evidence used later to seek reimbursement and compensation for both financial loss and personal suffering. A settlement or verdict can cover past and future medical expenses, but without legal guidance, insurance companies and providers may...]]></description><link>https://www.justlyprudent.com/post/who-pays-the-medical-bills-in-a-personal-injury-case</link><guid isPermaLink="false">691cbea6ddc0c37d52890363</guid><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 18:47:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3ece51_605f75cf49494ddb9680c1e98e25577d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>marketing9204</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Are Your Rights Under the First Amendment?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Article Summary: The First Amendment limits government action, protecting freedoms like speech, religion, press, assembly, and petitions for change. These rights apply in public settings and include modern platforms, such as social media. Private employers can discipline or fire workers for speech outside work, but government employers face constitutional limits when employees speak as private citizens on public issues. Understanding these protections helps people recognize when their rights...]]></description><link>https://www.justlyprudent.com/post/what-are-your-rights-under-the-first-amendment</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68eff4b9f532892572a7408c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Oct 2025 19:33:47 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3ece51_565303e4e2dd438e9a20c84b9249a0f1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>marketing9204</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Much is My Personal Injury Case Worth?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Article Summary: Personal injury claims often include medical costs, lost income, and pain and suffering, with additional damages...]]></description><link>https://www.justlyprudent.com/post/how-much-is-my-personal-injury-case-worth</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68d30364a30359f10dd44f5a</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/3ece51_29bd1c0520804dd686b4ca599f6f0a5c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Jordan D. 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