5 Mistakes People Make While Talking to The Police
Spring is just around the corner! For most people this means vacations, barbecues, and camping trips. For others, however, this means a higher chance of coming in contact with the police. Here are 5 mistakes people make while talking to the police. Don’t be one of them. 1. Talking too much. The best thing to...
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What Does It Mean To Be Held In Contempt?
What Does it Mean to Be Held in Contempt? Being held in contempt of court can mean serious business. So what does it mean to be held in contempt? Contempt of court refers to actions which defy a court’s authority, cast disrespect on a court, or impede the ability of the court to perform its...
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How to Stay Safe as a Pedestrian
Pedestrian deaths are rising quickly. The Governors Highway Safety Association found marked increases in the number of pedestrian fatalities in the U.S. Nearly 6,000 pedestrians were killed in 2017. That number marks a 25 year record high. To help safeguard you and your loved ones, we have compiled a list of ways to stay safe...
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What Does Pro Bono Mean Anyway?
Have you ever asked yourself “what does pro bono mean”? Have you considered that sometimes attorneys do work for something other than monetary compensation? Wondering what would drive them to do such a thing? Read on. Pro bono publico (English: for the public good; usually shortened to pro bono) is a Latin phrase for professional...
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Top 10 Myths about Lawyers
With information available at the touch of a button, it has become increasingly difficult to sift through the real versus fake. There is tons of information about lawyers on the internet. A lot of it is not true. What are the top 10 myths about lawyers you ask? Read on. 1. Lawyers are belligerent. Unfortunately,...
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Why Your Company Needs a Law Firm on Retainer
In today’s business climate, every business owner needs to have a lawyer on their team. Lawsuits and other legal complications can arise, and you need to be protected. Are you a small business thinking about hiring an attorney, but not convinced? Here are some reasons why your company needs a law firm on retainer. A...
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Can I Sue If I Have Been Burned By a Firework?
According to a 2016 report by the Consumer Products Safety Commission and its National Electronic Injury Surveillance System, every year 11,000 people land in the emergency room due to firework burns and injuries. An estimated 7,600 of these injuries are treated during the period between June 18, 2016 and July 18, 2016. But does that...
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The Difference Between Misdemeanor and Felony
Have you ever wondered about the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony? Are you or someone you know in a situation forcing you to understand the distinction? If so, read on. California defines a “Crime” or “Public Offense” as an act committed or omitted in violation of a law forbidding or commanding it which...
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How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit in California?
Each state has different laws for how long you have after the injuries or the damages occurred, to file a lawsuit. Different States have different time limits, depending upon the situation. So how long do you have to file a lawsuit in California? The answer to these questions requires consideration of several determining factors. When...
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