Lawyers and Legal Advice Archive

While the law guarantees every citizen the right to a court-appointed attorney in the event that they are arrested, the law does not guarantee an effective attorney. There are two simple ways to improve the …

The government of the United States is divided into three branches, the executive, the legislative and the judicial. The judicial branch is a system of courts that have jurisdiction over disputes between the individual states …

The clinical purpose of consent is to enlist the patient’s faith and confidence in the efficacy of the treatment. This is a major factor in contributing to the success of the treatment. The legal purpose …

There has always been a close connection between crime and fear. Criminals seek to instill an atmosphere of fear in order to prey on a community. The criminal element acts in opposition to the order …

To understand the proper role of government in people’s personal lives you must first understand the concept of Individual sovereignty. Individual sovereignty, or Individual rights, is one of the things the Constitution, and by extension the government, …

In this day and age, one would think that preventing a DUI would be a no-brainer. In the simplest terms, don’t drive drunk. But sometimes circumstances are beyond your control, and with your judgment impaired, …

In general, there is no legal requirement for a will to be typed or exist in any particular format. Handwritten wills are acceptable, provided they are legible and meet the standard requirements of any will. …

If you are in the unfortunate situation where you have had an accident while driving a truck, the black box holds a wealth of information that can help you with winning your law suit. The …

Driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI) is illegal in every state, and for good reasons.  No one should drive while their motor coordination and mental processing skills are so impaired that they are a danger …

Everyone would hope to be a good citizen and obey the law. Tourist and holidaymakers should always make themselves be aware of the laws in other countries, when going abroad on holiday. However, sometimes it …

An order of protection, also known as a restraining order or a protection order, is a court order which can give you protection from someone who feel threatened by as a result of domestic abuse, …

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 …

Though money won’t bring back a loved one who is killed by another, this is the way in which the law compensates survivors of someone who is wrongfully killed. These damages are obtained in a …

A patent is a form of legally enforceable protection provided for intellectual property. It covers any method or process which is new, useful and non-obvious. The purpose of a patent is to prevent unauthorized usage …

A handwritten or holographic will is a will written entirely in the handwriting of the person making the will. Handwritten wills generally do not satisfy the requirements for a formally executed will, and thus, are …

Fear is an emotion that arises when someone perceives a threat in the environment. People can try to flee from this threat. People, though, might also fight back in order to control the threat. Fear, …

An arbitration agreement is a written contract which requires all agreeing parties to settle disputes without going to court. The Federal Arbitration Act (1925) governs private dispute resolution through arbitration. In general, the Act requires …

In accordance with the laws of most jurisdictions, any person with a sound mind and over the age of 18, can make a will. This document will state the process or means of allotting an …

Many women in relationships suffer at the hands of an abusive partner. It is not always easy to just walk away. An abusive partner does not want to let go and even if women want …

The body of law in the United Kingdom (and other “common law” jurisdictions, such as the United States, Ireland, India and Australia) is based on law made by the government through Acts of Parliament (statute), …

Injunctions are used in make different practices in the UK, and whilst this quick guide does not cover all aspects, it aims to give a rough guide to the steps that need to be taken. …

Wills and trusts are two areas of the law, called probate law, that are extremely important, especially if there is a great deal of money and property involved. At the same time, if the family …

Electronic Control Module (ECM), commonly referred to as a black box can mean the difference between winning a case or losing it for lack of evidence.Drivers of big trucks do not have the same maneuverability …

Nearly all parents have taken their children to a playground. We expect these facilities to be a safe place for our children to play with other children, have a good time and get some exercise …

Arkansas’ original anti bullying law was contained in Act 681 of 2003. The law passed in this bill was later updated to expand the definitions and coverage of this anti bullying legislation. This expansion came with …

Well, the most obvious tip is to not drink and drive. But sometimes we do not know our limit or think we can control the alcohol rushing through our veins. In reality though, everyday there …

There is not one simple answer to this heartbreaking question. In fact, there are a conglomerate of factors that play into each case.  Many things come together and influence a child to murder other children. …

When travelling abroad, your rights and limitations are governed by the laws of the country in which you are travelling. As a traveler, you are a guest in another country. Even if an action would …

An arbitration agreement is included within many contracts. In larger contracts the agreement can be presented as a clause in addition to the major points of the document. Arbitration agreements are created to settle disputes …

A restraining order is a legal document which commands someone to cease harming or bothering another. In Florida, one can qualify for an injunction of protection against four kinds of violence: dating, repeat, sexual, and …