2019

Arrested For A DUI? Understand The Arraignment

1 February 2019
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If a loved one is facing a driving under the influence (DUI) charge, you may want to do everything you can to help them. After your loved one has been jailed, the next few hours and days can be filled with confusing events. Having an understanding of the process might help you deal with the ordeal better. Read on to find out what happens in the immediate time period after an arrest. Read More …

Paying For Your Criminal Defense

30 January 2019
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When it comes to criminal cases, the ramifications of being convicted are both serious and have the potential to be extremely punitive. The justice system affords everyone the right to legal counsel but you may be curious about how these legal experts structure their fees. Read on for an overview of what to expect in terms of legal fees to your attorney. By the Case Some attorneys will quote you a flat fee to handle your case—from start to finish. Read More …

What Are the Obligations of an Attorney in an Accident Case?

30 January 2019
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Folks see advertisements for accident lawyers on TV all the time, but the ads don't really tell you much about what such attorneys actually do. More importantly, it helps to know what the obligations of attorneys-at-law in such situations are once they take on new clients. If you're wondering what your relationship with a lawyer really should be like, here's what you need to know about the subject. Protecting Clients' Rights Read More …

What You Need To Know About Signing Arbitration Forms

29 January 2019
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If you are about to start a new job and are going through your employment paperwork, you might have found forms requiring you to agree to arbitration instead of filing a lawsuit. Many companies are trying to steer employees toward arbitration because of the relatively speedy resolution and lower costs when compared to lawsuits. However, companies have also been trying to get every dispute to be solved through arbitration—including workers' compensation claims—and that can mean lower awards and a lower chance of winning. Read More …

No Contact Needed: What To Know About Assault

29 January 2019
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When most people consider the word "assault", they just naturally assume that it means striking a person. This word applies to a variety of circumstances, and its definition is far from simple, however. If you or a loved one has been accused of assault, you must understand what is at stake so read on to learn more. What Is Meant by Assault? Most people are somewhat surprised when they find out that you can assault someone without laying a finger on them. Read More …