Problem: Article: This is an intangible quality in the attorney-client relationship, but it is a critical one. If you lose trust in your lawyer, you may be anxious and lose faith in your lawyer's ability to act on your behalf. Chat with your lawyer in person. Many issues can be worked out in a face-to-face meeting. Adjust the previously agreed-to communication schedule if needed to clear up the misunderstanding. If you cannot work out the problems with your lawyer, write a letter terminating the retainer agreement. Your letter should include the reasons for ending the agreement, a request for the return of your file, a request for a status letter, including any impending deadlines, and a request for a final bill. You letter also should ask the attorney to promptly file a motion to withdraw with the court. Your new lawyer can't appear on your behalf until the judge has released your first lawyer. If the fired attorney won't do it, discuss it with your new lawyer. If you paid a deposit or a retainer, the attorney has the right to bill a reasonable hourly rate against that retainer. You will be either sent a refund or a bill. If you are on a contingency agreement, the attorney can bill you a reasonable hourly rate for the work done to date. Your reasons to fire your lawyer may not rise to an ethical violation. However, if your believe your lawyer acted negligently and his actions damaged you or your case, you should consider filing a complaint with the state bar association. The process is state specific. You should go to the website of the state bar association or call them and ask the procedure. Some states let you file online, others require that you file the application by mail. A dispute over fees is not the basis of a bar complaint. If you believe you have been overcharged or a retainer was not returned, it is better to go to small claims court. The exception is if you believe your attorney stole or mishandled funds, such as not disbursing insurance payments or other financial awards. Attach copies of your correspondence with your lawyer to show that you behaved reasonably and gave your attorney every opportunity to address your concerns.
Summary: Determine if you still trust your lawyer. Terminate the attorney's representation. File a disciplinary complaint.

Problem: Article: After you've had a relapse, whether it was just bumming one cigarette at a party or smoking an entire pack during a rough day, it's time to sit back and ask yourself why it happened. Understanding why you had a relapse is the key to preventing future relapses. Here are some questions you should ask yourself: Did you have a relapse because you were feeling stressed? If so, you should think more about how you can minimize your stress, or avoid particularly stressful situations. For example, if you had a cigarette because of a stressful day at work, find a way to deal with another stressful day at work, such as having ice cream or watching your favorite movie after work instead. Did you have a relapse because you were in a situation that made you want to smoke? If you had a cigarette at your friend Beth's party because you associate her parties with having a nice cool smoke on the back porch, then you should either avoid her parties for a while or come equipped with gum, a dessert, or a game plan for beating the craving. What were you feeling right before you relapsed? Recognizing those feelings can help you fight them in the future. This is an important point. Just because you had one cigarette or relapsed for a day doesn't mean you should think you're a failure and give up entirely. Don't use the relapse as an excuse to go back to smoking. Just because you had a moment of weakness doesn't mean that you're a weak person and that you don't have the skills to quit. Just do what you've been doing. If you've been trying to quit for a while, then your body will be craving cigarettes less than it normally would, even if you've had a relapse. Be extra vigilant after the relapse. For the week after the relapse, try harder than ever to stay busy and active, to avoid temptation, and to manage your stress. There's a reason only 3 -10% of people can successfully quit smoking cold turkey. It's tough. If you've been trying to quit cold turkey for months or even years but always relapse or even fall into long periods when you resume your regular smoking routine, then cold turkey may not be the best method for you. Here are some other great methods to try: Behavioral therapy. A behavioral therapist will help you find your triggers, provide support, and can help you decide the best way to quit. Nicotine replacement therapy. Nicotine patches, gum, lozenges, and sprays are ways of giving your body nicotine without the tobacco. This is a good way of weaning your body off off nicotine instead of quitting all at once. Medication. See your doctor about getting a prescription for a medicine that will help you quit smoking. Combination treatments. Behavioral therapy, replacement therapy or medication, and ample support from friends and family can be the best way to ensure that you will truly quit smoking for good.
Summary: Reflect after the relapse. Resume your routine. Know when to try other methods for quitting.

Problem: Article: As with washing, drying flannel sheets with too high a temperature may lead to shrinkage and pilling. To prevent this, always select the lowest available heat setting, or simply let your sheets tumble dry. It will take longer, but it will be worth it to preserve the comfortable feel of your bedding. Give yourself plenty of time to get your laundry taken care of so you won't have to worry about soggy sheets at bedtime. If space permits, you might also choose to dry your flannel sheets by hanging them up. After removing the sheets from the washer and wringing out any excess water, stretch out the sheets to expose as much surface area as possible and hang them on a clothesline or drying rack. Save money on your energy bill by getting the sheets started in the dryer, then letting them finish air drying. If it's a nice day, you can speed up the drying process by placing the damp sheets in direct sunlight. Not only will the warmth of the sun help them dry faster, sunlight also makes a great natural disinfectant and deodorizer. Once your sheets are dry, you can put them right back on your bed, or neatly fold them and stash them in the linen closet until cold weather comes around again. Leaving them to sit in a pile makes them more susceptible to wrinkles. Be sure to check your bedding for large pills, lint and loose threads. Give the sheets a good shake to fluff them up before making the bed.
Summary:
Dry the sheets on low heat. Allow the sheets to air dry. Replace or put away the sheets.