Lawyers and Legal Advice Archive

There are very good reasons most court cases rely on juries for ultimate judgment rather than a sitting judge. The overall aim of the US Constitution is to limit the power of government and maximize …

More and more people are turning to the court system as a means of seeking compensation for a personal injury they have suffered at the hands or negligence of another. You could be involved in …

There is a game that a group once played called “The No Rules Game.” One could play the game any way one wanted. Of course, all sat with dumbfounded looks on their faces. “Well, how …

We all make mistakes when we’re driving; sometimes we don’t notice the speed in which we’re driving and that’s when you always pass by a police officer. The lights come on and the feel of …

If you’re a tenant in West Virginia, it’s important that you make yourself aware of what your rights are under the law; including federal, state and local laws. This holds true if you’re a landlord …

Driving under the influence, also known as DUI, is a serious offence to commit. Many people in Texas do not fully understand the repercussions related to driving under the influence and how serious they really …

The Mississippi Landlord Tenant Act governs all areas of the relationship between the landlord and the tenant. Evictions in the state of Mississippi can only be handled through the court system. If you rent in …

Acing the bar exams are easy once you master the trick of writing bar exam essays. Contrary to popular belief, the bar exam essay is not a mythical creature that is difficult to conquer, but …

Most states do not have specific age restriction laws, although a lot of states do have recommended guidelines.  These guidelines and childcare manuals want parents to use their best judgment.  Most use age 12 or …

In a court of law, it is essential to establish the identity of everyone involved in the case, as well as their connection to the case. This can be done easily by using markers. What …

According to CreditCards.com, personal bankruptcy filings in 2007 were less than three per thousand in all but 13 states. In 2009, only 13 states had bankruptcy filings of less than three per thousand residents. This …

Georgia landlord and tenant laws differ, depending on whether you are part of a federal housing agreement, or if you are simply renting a property privately.  If you find yourself in a court procedure, then …

Each year, bicyclists are needlessly killed and injured due to collisions with motor vehicles. In most jurisdictions,  a bicycle is considered a vehicle and  laws that govern operation of motor vehicles also govern bicycles. it …

If you are convicted of driving while under the influence of alcohol, DUI probation is just one of the sentencing options available to the courts. While receiving this sentence may seem like a lucky break, it’s not.  In reality, …

For a police officer, being off-duty does not necessarily mean that they can distance themselves from providing a service to the public but rather that they are not performing a scheduled work shift. However, the …

A will is a legal piece of work that outlines your desire for the disposal of your property and funds. Usually, much consideration is given before a will is declared. The executor of a will, …

A wage garnishment is issued when there has been a court ordered collection for money that is owed. The money is deducted by the employer from the wages of the employee and sent through the court …

What is the best way to create a Will? Should you hire an attorney to help you or should you buy a program to help you? If you decide to buy a program there are …

In accordance with the FDA, generic drugs are identical or within an adequate bioequivalent range to the brand-name corresponding medicine with respect to the pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties. In the words of the FDA: “They …

Whether you are an employer or employee in Kentucky, it is essential to know the common labor laws for your state. As an employer, the knowledge can help reduce or eliminate potential liability issues. For …

The question of how the relevance or irrelevance of evidence is to be determined has been the subject of a vast amount of discussion in the last 100 to 200 years. There is now a …

Suppose you are about to enter a mediation session to resolve a dispute and this is the first time you are going to attend one. Your lawyer may be accompanying you to the mediation or …

Teenagers are notorious for being trouble makers.  Ask any parent of a teen and they will more than likely tell you that raising a teen is the most challenging and demanding job of parenthood.  In …

An injunction is a judicial remedy, obtained from the court, which requires a party to specifically do, or refrain from doing something. Injunctions are commonly used in civil law to protect intellectual property from wrongful …

Yes, I believe that lawyers should provide pro bono services to those individuals unable to attain counsel. Lawyers make a lot more money than do public defenders and they have a lot of accessible resources …

Domestic violence (also known as domestic abuse) is defined as “any abusive, violent, coercive, forceful or threatening act or word inflicted by one member of the family of household on another”. Hitting, kicking, slapping, shoving, …

With debts piling up, you may feel like you have no choice but to file for bankruptcy. Chapter 13 bankruptcy is a viable option for many that allows you to pay back creditors with better …

A set of well-placed rules and regulations guide property-related activities in the state of California. They shield the renters and landholders against impediments of all kinds. Contracts A rental agreement creates a contract. The contract …

Clarence Darrow was a nonconformist and a lawyer who seemed to be afraid of nothing. This cavalier attitude got him notoriety and made him seem just a little larger than life. He made millions, but …

Seven Mistakes Made in Drafting a Will “To err is human; to forgive divine,” but the error of a badly drafted Will, can cost your heirs money and heartache. It can rob one or more …