We have all heard the saying, “Dogs are a man’s best friend.” This is very true for many people. However, there are some problems that owning a dog can lead to. We all understand that pets are family and they are, are in most cases, sweet to their owner. The same does not always translate
Learn MoreUnderstanding Drug Abuse: Inhalants While many drugs can be taken through various forms, inhalants refer specifically to those that are only ever inhaled (other uses are possible, but this is rare and generally not considered). Unlike other abused drugs, inhalants can be found around the house in regular items. Access to them is easy and
Learn MoreAlimony is a part of divorce that is sometimes more difficult to agree upon than separating items purchased while married. It can be decided either by the court or by mutual agreement of the couple. A family law lawyer, like from Gray Becker, P.C., can offer the expertise needed in divorce and alimony negotiations. It
Learn MorePersonal Injury Lawyer Most people view buses as being a reasonably safe form of transportation. In fact, millions of people ride buses on a regular basis as a way to get to school, work, go on a tour, and much more. Bus accidents are more rare than other types of car collisions, however, this doesn’t
Learn MorePersonal Injury Lawyer WHAT IS PERSONAL INJURY? A personal injury case is any legal case involving an injured person. No matter how you ended up being injured, whether it was in a car accident, you slipped and fell, or were assaulted, you may have a case. You may be entitled to financial compensation for medical
Learn MorePersonal Injury Lawyer When the loss of a job, an illness or another major unexpected event throws your finances into chaos, bankruptcy may be an option for reorganizing or erasing your debt. This can be a major decision and there are many different steps to the process, including an appearance in court. While this may
Learn MoreOccasionally, lawyers run into a prospective client who wants to defend himself—to act pro se—in court. If you follow these cases closely, you’ll see that self-defended cases rarely result in an acquittal. Do you have the right to represent yourself? Absolutely. Should you? Absolutely NOT. The Sixth Amendment to the United States Constitution states that:
Learn MoreMarijuana has a changing legal landscape that can affect any user. Here are some things to know about marijuana use in the United States. How Many Americans Have Used Marijuana? According to the 2018 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, about 48% of Americans admitted that they have ever used cannabis. However, only 16%
Learn MoreDriving under the influence (more commonly known as a DUI) can result in a serious charge. Since someone who is impaired behind the wheel can cause major damage to others on the road, you may face severe penalties if found guilty. Cooperating with police if you are pulled over can make things go a lot
Learn MoreWorkers Compensation Lawyer There are many reasons why you might want to convert existing employees into independent contractors. Maybe your business has experienced financial trouble, and you think that by changing your employees’ relationship with the company by making them independent contractors, you may avoid lay-offs. Though your heart is in the right place, the
Learn MoreUnder the Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, a police officer is unable to search and seize an individual or his property without reasonable suspicion. When someone is stopped in traffic and arrested for DUI, it’s considered a seizure and would be illegal without reasonable suspicion. Some Examples of Reasonable Suspicion If a police officer
Learn MoreHow confident are you with personal injury law? Do you believe you can make a valid and convincing legal argument about liability? How do you think you would fare against a team of experienced defense attorneys? If you do not have the legal knowledge, you should never try to argue your own personal injury case.
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