Prosecutors love eyewitnesses. They can be very effective at convincing a jury that someone really did commit the crime they stand accused of. There lies the problem. Sometimes they are too convincing, even when they are wrong. It’s not that an eyewitness goes onto...
Being pulled over for the suspicion of drunk driving is never a welcome event. It’s one that can end with a driver being arrested, which can be the start of a lengthy legal battle. Some people may wonder what may lead a police officer to conduct this type of traffic...
Many people will agree that the end of a marriage is a big event that comes with some intense emotions. Those emotions often make people who are going through this situation have very strong reactions when things don't go as they expected. While it may seem difficult,...
The U.S. Constitution provides a host of legal protections to those accused of criminal offenses. If you have been accused of an offense, it’s vital to keep these protections in mind. Here are three important constitutional protections to remember. Your right to...
Facing DUI charges can be terrifying, and you may feel the pressure to resolve the situation quickly. Accepting a plea deal might seem like the easy way out, especially when you're at the possibility of jail time, hefty fines and a suspended license. However, taking a...
In some cases of a contested divorce, one spouse may request alimony, but the other spouse may not want to make payments. This would require the court to consider the case and make a ruling, either denying or authorizing those alimony payments. In other cases,...
When the police mishandle evidence, it means they’ve made a critical error in the way evidence is stored, transported, secured or otherwise handled. This can become a significant factor in a criminal defense case. For example, the police may claim to have clear...
Many parents are often surprised when their teenager is arrested. They can’t believe the teen would break the law or do something so out of character. A teenager could be arrested for shoplifting or underage drinking, for example, and the parents may be stunned,...
Each January, divorce rates tend to increase. More people file for divorce after the new year. The exact number varies from year to year, of course, especially as the overall divorce rate tends to decline across the decades. However, there is generally a notable...
Facing any felony charge means you are in deep legal trouble and should start considering your defense options immediately. Georgia classifies some offenses as “serious” felonies, so what does that mean for your case? Contrary to popular belief, these two...