In the context of an arrest, a person can be charged with a misdemeanor or a felony. Without the benefit of effective defense counsel, that arrest can turn into a conviction with significant collateral consequences. Employment, educational and housing opportunities...
The most important thing people need to know when they're charged with a crime is that they still have rights. Unfortunately, most people are not aware of what those rights actually are, which makes them ill-equipped to protect themselves when they are being...
Crushing injuries are often caused by the careless conduct of others at the workplace. These catastrophic injuries are often born of forklift accidents, motor vehicle collisions, contact with poorly maintained machinery, or working with equipment that has not been...
You have specific wishes for your assets after your death. Yet, in many situations, your estate – which includes all of your assets – has to go through the probate process. During this process, creditors and others come forward to make claims against your estate....
Whether or not you should work with an attorney isn’t always clear, especially when there are many potential paths you could take. However, since most people are unfamiliar with the law, it can be helpful to contact a lawyer simply to learn about what your options...