Buying a home is an exciting milestone, but it comes with several important legal steps. By understanding these steps, you can avoid surprises and make a more informed decision. 1. Get a valuation on the house Before finalizing your purchase, getting a valuation on...
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Estate planning: Choosing between aging in place and assisted living
End-of-life decision-making is an important part of protecting your wealth and your loved ones. When it comes to choosing to spend your time aging at home or in a long-term care facility, there are financial considerations to think about, in addition to potential...
What are your rights in a DWI stop?
You're driving home after having had a couple of drinks when you see the red and blue lights flashing in your rearview mirror. Your stomach drops, and a mild sense of panic takes over. What happens now? Understanding your rights in a DWI stop can leave you better...
Types of community-based sanctions
If a court convicts you of a crime, then you face the potential of serving time in jail or prison. In some cases, though, the court decides that it will release you back into the community. However, you will usually be under some type of supervision by law enforcement...
How DUI affects child custody
There are many reasons why you do not want to get a DUI conviction. It can become much more difficult to get a job, and you may lose your license for up to one year if you are not careful. A DUI arrest can stay with you for years. In the event you end up...
How DUI affects child custody
There are many reasons why you do not want to get a DUI conviction. It can become much more difficult to get a job, and you may lose your license for up to one year if you are not careful. A DUI arrest can stay with you for years. In the event you end up...
Domestic violence encompasses many forms
Domestic violence cases involve people who live in the same home or family members. Instances of domestic violence can also occur between former partners who share a child or who were once in a relationship. It is imperative that you fully understand exactly what...
Reasonable suspicion is vital in drunk driving cases
This Easter weekend, people are going to head out to gatherings with family members and friends. Making sure that you have a suitable way to get home is imperative if the gathering will include alcoholic beverage offerings. One thing that you shouldn't ever do is...
Not all criminal cases are eligible for a jury trial
One of the fundamental rights of a person who is charged with a crime is that they can have a jury trial. What some people might not realize is that this doesn't necessarily apply to everyone. There are some cases in which a defendant might not be able to have one,...
Compliance with parole terms can keep you out of more trouble
A person who is on parole has to lead a law-abiding life or they run the risk of being placed back in prison. For many, the terms of the program are hard to live with. This is done on purpose because the courts want to ensure that the individuals will be productive...