It would be wonderful if the world had no crime and no need for law enforcement. Unfortunately, crime remains an issue across the entire globe, which means police officers fill a critical role in public safety. Most people appreciate knowing how police officers are...
Year: 2020
Colorado city bans no-knock warrants
“No-knock actions are a recipe for an armed confrontation that is going to result in serious physical injury or loss of life.” Those are the words of Mark Silverstein, the legal director of Colorado’s American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU). Earlier this month, the...
Can an attorney’s substance abuse problem lead to malpractice?
For one reason or another, you ended up involved in a legal situation that couldn’t be settled without some experienced legal assistance. Quite naturally, you found an attorney that handled those types of cases and relied upon their advice and guidance. The case...
Rear-end crashes are far too common
The most common type of motor vehicle wreck is the rear-end crash. One reason for this is that drivers are simply too distracted while they drive. They aren’t paying attention to what’s going on around them, and they may not be watching the flow of traffic. In some...
Broad, varied and dangerous: the premises liability realm
It’s not a laughing matter, even though it has often been portrayed in a comical and slapstick way on television shows and in movies. To clarify: A shopper going airborne and landing hard on his or her back after encountering a banana peel negligently discarded on a...
Is it legal malpractice if you lose your case?
You think that your case should be an easy win. Maybe you’re suing another business owner for breach of contract. In your mind, it’s very clear that they broke that contract and cost you money. You wish you didn’t even have to go to court, but they won’t pay you...
Broken ribs could lead to life-threatening complications after a crash
As a victim of a car crash, you should know that there is a risk of rib injuries that could lead to severe complications. If you’re riding in a car, the seat belt is designed to take some pressure off the rib cage, but if it was not worn correctly or the impact was...
Does car safety technology really prevent accidents?
When you are ready to purchase a new vehicle, you may be surprised at how much more technology vehicles include these days. You may be impressed with all the in-car entertainment options you can utilize, as well as the vehicle’s safety technology systems. Many of the...
Failing to file legal paperwork could be neglect by your lawyer
When you hire an attorney to handle your legal matter, you place them in a position of trust and authority. Their actions while representing you can impact everything from your custody rights to your freedom. It is reasonable to expect that your attorney will handle...
15 Revealing car crash statistics
Car crashes are, as they are commonly referred, accidents. Rarely is a car crash victim's vehicle purposefully plowed into by another driver. Multiple reasons lead to these accidents, from slippery roads to taking a wrong turn to accidentally running a red light or...