Year: 2017
A proffer agreement is a written contract between a federal prosecutor and a criminal defendant or someone who is under investigation, in which the person agrees to provide the government with helpful information about crimes with some assurances that they will be protected against prosecution. Proffer is also sometimes called “Queen for a day.” Proffer […]
If you have been impacted by a personal injury, it’s likely that you have many medical expenses to manage. It can be a hardship to cover medical expenses while waiting for your settlement from the insurance company. Luckily, there are a few ways that you can manage your medical expense while you await for your […]
When you have suffered a personal injury after being involved in a car accident or some other type of accident that was not your fault, it’s common to hear about a personal injury settlement. Most claims following an accident are resolved before they even reach the civil court. Usually, prior to any litigation process, a […]
The repercussions of a DUI conviction are very serious. Regardless of whether or not you have a clean criminal record, you could face exorbitant fines, time in jail, or even lose your license. In order to mitigate the consequences, it’s a good idea to retain an experienced attorney for their expertise. A DUI conviction could […]
Domestic violence is any incident of sexual or physical violence perpetrated by a person with whom you are intimate or related. It typically involves violence between spouses or partners, a child and their parent, or elderly abuse. Domestic violence also covers non-physical violent acts like abusive language, threats, or emotional/psychological manipulation. Domestic Violence: Misdemeanor vs. […]
In most states, the law requires people to have car insurance in order to legally operate a vehicle. Unfortunately, this does not mean all individuals who operate a vehicle have car insurance, as a skilled personal injury lawyer trusts might explain. It happens more times than most people realize. It has been estimated that over 14 […]
What is HIPAA and Why It Matters? There has been a lot of discussion lately about the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). This law provides much needed protection for all of your personal health information. This federal law sets rules for healthcare providers and health insurance companies about who can look […]
Airbags have been a great invention for the most part. It is practically impossible to tally how many lives they have saved and how many head injuries they have prevented. This is especially true when passengers hit the vehicle windshield after being jolted forward in a crash. Airbags are designed to save lives, which is […]
In the aftermath of a car accident, when adrenaline and emotions run high, some injuries are not always immediately apparent. In fact, it can take anywhere from 24 hours to a few weeks for serious car crash related injuries to manifest. No matter how well you feel, or how minor your injuries appear, always seek […]
I often hear people ask, “How?” How did a drug make it to the market when it’s so incredibly dangerous? Some of these medications can be lethal: they cause stroke, cancer, or kidney failure. And tragically many people have no idea until it’s too late. They trust their doctors and assume the best. Here are […]