21 April 2015
Court reporting is a field where those who enjoy transcription can thrive. Here are five facts you probably didn't know about the field. They're Involved In Court Cases Most people think of court reporters as someone who is sitting on the side while taking notes. That's not entirely true. Court reporters have several duties in and outside of court, and they are responsible for clearing up unclear testimony. For instance, if a speaker won't speak up, the court reporter has the ability to request the speaker to repeat and clarify that information.
10 April 2015
Did you cause a serious injury to another person and are now facing a felony charge? If you are not guilty because you were defending yourself, it is vital for you to hire a lawyer like Thomas A Corletta to sort through your case. In this article, find out how a lawyer can help you prove that you are not a criminal and don't deserve a felony assault charge. How Can a Lawyer Help with an Unfair Felony Assault Charge?
31 March 2015
If you are a little confused over whether you should hire a lawyer for your medical problems that you believe are caused by a trusted professional, you will want to read further. By learning the signs that indicate the need for professional legal help, you will be able to make the best decision for your needs. The Mistake Was Not Superficial There are a lot of mistakes that are made in the medical field that are never brought up in court.
23 March 2015
No parent wants to face off with their child in a court of law to battle for custody of the grandchildren, but scenarios where grandchildren live with and are supported by their grandparents have become commonplace in the last few decades. In fact, according to statistics compiled by the United States Census Bureau, the number of children living in their grandparent's home rose by 76 percent in the counting period between 1970 and 1997.
11 March 2015
Accomplice liability is a situation in which you are accused of helping other people to commit a crime. The help can come via different ways such as encouragement, advice, provision of tools for the crime (such a getaway vehicles), and even professional consultation. Here are three forms of defense you can take if you are accused of being an accomplice to a crime: Inapplicability There are some criminal situations for which the accomplice liability rule does not apply.
27 February 2015
If you are thinking about planning your estate, you may want to consider the options available that allow you to avoid probate. Avoiding probate can be beneficial for your estate in a few different ways, but the main reason is saving time and money. Avoiding probate court can be done by establishing a revocable living trust, implementing pay-on-death accounts and registrations, and giving someone joint ownership in property. Almost every state offers some type of short-cut or a way to avoid probate altogether, and this article will review a few different ways you can avoid probate court.
18 February 2015
While DWI charges are very serious, there are always people who try to test their luck. There are a number of "tricks" that supposedly help you beat a breathalyzer test, but none of these actually work. Here's a look at some of the most common field sobriety test myths, and how believing them could land you a DWI charge. Myth #1: Mouthwash or mints can help you beat a sobriety test