Whether or not you have always been a law-abiding citizen or not, there may come a time during your life when you find yourself facing criminal charges. If and when this happens, you may consider representing yourself or agreeing to some kind of plea deal that is offered to you without first consulting with a lawyer who is an expert in criminal law. However, there are a myriad of reasons why this would be an ill-advised plan.…
Anyone who has purchased products can find themselves a potential member of a “class.” The term “class action lawsuit” may often be heard on the news in reference to major name brands, and you may be wondering what this issue means for you and for the general public. If you have received notice of a class action lawsuit in the mail or via email, you have likely noticed that the wording on these notices can be difficult to understand and confusing.…
Divorce is an emotionally complicated and difficult time for everyone, including children. Your kids are probably experiencing a range of emotions, including anxiety and sadness, when they think about their parents getting divorced. By taking the time to explain divorce to them in a thoughtful, deliberate way, you can help ease their worries and make this time easier for them. Here are four tips for explaining divorce to children:
Work Out Some Details First…
Homeowners are generally not liable when someone is injured while trespassing. That person is already in the wrong simply by entering the property without permission. However, there are times where you might be liable for injuries to trespassers. Though the laws vary from state to state, most laws cover the following scenarios.
The trespasser was unknown and uninvited:
If you are unaware or had no reason to think that someone is trespassing on your property, then your legal duty to them is minimal.…
So, you have just finished filing your Chapter 7 bankruptcy; what now? Actually, the real work begins in terms of rebuilding and re-establishing good credit for the future. Now is the time to take a deep breath and concentrate on wrapping up your financial affairs to build a fiscally solid future.
Some things to consider after filing your Chapter 7 include the following:
Financial freedom.
Don’t let the allure of your new-found financial freedom draw you into the trap of more debt.…
This might surprise you, but 39 states and Washington D.C. give some form of immunity to parents who fail to provide medical care to their children due to their religious beliefs. What do you do, then, if you’re in a custody battle with a spouse whose religion prohibits getting standard medical care for your child?
Restricting a parent’s religious freedom is a difficult task.
Because of First Amendment rights protecting the separation of church and state, courts are reluctant to step in and interfere with a parent’s right to practice their own religion – even when that religion stops them from seeking necessary medical care for their child.…
When an injury occurs while working on the job, one of the initial things you’ll be concerned about is getting compensated for the injuries you sustained. Worker’s compensation is a great way to receive the money you need, but you can only receive it if you were employed by a company at the time of the injury. Injuries that occur while performing independent contractor work are not treated in the same way.…
If you’ve recently suffered the tragic and untimely loss of a close family member due to another’s reckless or negligent actions, you may be wondering whether you have any legal recourse. A wrongful death lawsuit may give you an opportunity to seek financial and legal redress for the harm caused to your family by the death of your relative. However, Washington – like all states – sets forth specific legal requirements of a wrongful death lawsuit that may affect your ability to sue.…
Even if you did not participate in a crime directly, you may be considered a part of the crime if you engaged in aiding and abetting. Whether or not you will be accused of this crime depends on whether you encouraged, facilitated or aided the criminal. Simply being aware of the crime is not enough.
Don’t Encourage the Commission of a Crime
You may believe that you are protected under free speech laws, but if you encourage a friend or family member to commit a crime, even out of a sense of humor, this can lead to you being charged with the crime.…
If you are the victim of police misconduct, you do have legal options available to you to possibly receive justice. Before taking any actions, though, it is important that you understand exactly what is considered to be police misconduct and what your options for justice are.
What Is Police Misconduct?
Sometimes, defining police misconduct is difficult. In its basic form, it is the failure of police to follow the law while working.…
