Experience and Compassion in Criminal and Juvenile Law
Hearing news reports related to theft or robbery may not be uncommon. However, while you know you shouldn’t take things from another person, matters become worse when weapons are involved.As instances of robberies have spiked at Dollar General stores in...
Although they are illegal and detrimental to your health, many people experiment with drugs. And while you probably know there are legal consequences for possessing, manufacturing and using illicit substances, you may not be familiar with how distressing drugs can be...
For the vast majority of human beings, sight is the most highly utilized sense. Phrases like “I’ll never forget what I saw” come to mind when thinking about how trustworthy our visual perception is. Unfortunately, when the stakes are high, we cannot...
In most cases, people live together peaceably, without threats of personal violence. But in those instances where you believe your well-being is at risk, you may want to obtain a protective order.A judge may grant an order of protection, or restraining order. However,...
As a grandparent, you will be highly invested in the upbringing of your grandchildren. You will want to make sure that their parents are providing the best possible environment for their physical and emotional development, and that they are protected and loved.If you...
When you first get your driver’s license, you probably appreciate a newfound sense of freedom. It can be exhilarating to get out on the open road, especially on your own. And if you’re driving a motorcycle, it may seem even better.But driving requires...
Toxic or unhealthy relationships can be very harmful to people's physical and emotional health. Sadly, people don't always recognize something as abusive. They can also be scared to leave this type of relationship because of the threat to their safety, or they are...
If your child has been skipping school for a significant amount of time, it is likely that the school system has become involved with trying to address this issue. You may have previously been unaware that your child has been truant from school, and if this is the...
In a previous post, we discussed the fact that misdemeanor traffic offenses can have a surprisingly significant effect on a person’s life. But the fact is that all types of misdemeanors present serious problems.Too often, people minimize the true impact of...
Even the most cautious and responsible driver can wind up making a mistake or bad decision behind the wheel. And no matter who you are, these missteps can lead to some surprisingly serious consequences.Before you dismiss a misdemeanor traffic offense because you think...