As someone who has been accused of using drugs, you're in a difficult position. You know that without a strong defense, you'll be at the mercy of the court and prosecutor. Even with a defense, there's a chance you'll still end up facing penalties.The most serious...
Year: 2017
What should you do if you’re hurt in a hit-and-run crash?
After a hit-and-run crash takes place, there are a few things you can do as a victim to help protect yourself and your rights. The most important thing to do is to remember the make, model and color of the vehicle. If you can obtain the license plate number, do so. If...
Fighting legal malpractice means trusting a new attorney
As someone who has already faced a traumatic incident, the fact that you don't think your attorney paid enough attention to your case or did his or her best to represent you could make you furious. There are situations in which attorneys don't do their best for their...
The importance of a defense attorney can’t be understated
A defense attorney has an important job. He or she is on your side, knows the law and knows what it takes to win your case. In the event that the case isn't able to be won, your attorney knows other alternatives to facing serious penalties, which makes it easier for...
3 signs that you should worry about legal malpractice
While there are many exceptional attorneys in the world, there are also those who don't treat their clients like they should. These individuals may not return calls, could take on cases beyond their expertise or otherwise hurt their clients.As a client, it's necessary...
A plea deal: The right decision or the wrong choice?
If you've ever watched a crime show on television, you've likely heard the words "plea deal" thrown around. It always looks like the plea deal is a good deal, and the accused tends to take it. That's not always the case in real life, though. In fact, plea deals aren't...
Reckless driving: More than negligent acts
It was early in the morning, and you didn't think much about speeding down the highway. Your speed got away from you as you focused on what you needed to do when you got to work. Lights and sirens blared behind you, and you slowed down. Unfortunately, you were...
2 teens hurt when 1 collides with an electrical pole
Teens are learning to drive, and they sometimes make bad decisions. It's an unfortunate truth that those decisions sometimes have severe consequences that can't be avoided. For example, if a teen decides to drink and drive, an accident could result in injuries or...
Top causes of legal malpractice
When you hire an attorney, you essentially put your money and possibly even your life in that individual's hands. You are putting a great deal of trust into such a person and you expect that attorney to act with due care and diligence when it comes to your...
How do you file a claim for lost wages?
After a car accident, one thing you might be worried about is the time you're missing from work. Depending on the kind of job you have, you may not be sure how to show the wages you've lost and be in a position where you're not bringing in any income while you're off...