Divorce proceedings entail multiple considerations, among them questions of child custody and support. If doubts about a child's paternity arise during this process, they can significantly affect the outcome. But is challenging paternity the right step to take in a...
The right to a jury trial is an important part of the legal system. But not all juries hear cases and make decisions on guilt. A grand jury is a special jury that hears evidence in criminal cases to determine if the prosecutor has a valid case. The prosecutor goes...
Sobriety checkpoints are law enforcement checkmarks at specific stopping points on a roadway. These stopping points help remove drivers who are driving under the influence from the roads. Many people feel these checkpoints are not effective since officers must...
Naturally, divorce puts a lot of stress on the family, especially if you have children. Amongst all the decisions you must make during a divorce, one of the most critical decisions includes where your children will live. Nowadays, birdnesting has become a popular...
A traffic citation might not seem like a big deal until you have so many that you face suspension. The purpose of traffic laws is to protect you and others from preventable harm. Accumulating too many tickets can negatively impact you in several ways. When you...
During a divorce, it is common for parents to have difficulty getting along with one another. It can be even more challenging to reconcile in high-conflict divorces, even with your children in mind. If you cannot reconcile or have a combative relationship, it may be...
Social media can seem like an appealing outlet for stress or even a relaxing reprieve when the rest of your life is hinging on a criminal defense case. When law enforcement and prosecution officials are eager to use any evidence they can against you, though, it is...
Creating a workable child custody arrangement takes time and could require several drafts. Once finalized, it will still take time to adjust to shared parenting and establish boundaries. As your life progresses, there could be circumstances that interfere with your...
Divorce has its way of diminishing your self-esteem and leaving you feeling broken and hopeless. You might feel concerned about the uncertainty of your finances, career and relationships. Without adequate support, you could spiral into severe mental and emotional...
Extraordinary circumstances may call for exceptional measures. Sometimes, a citizen must commit an act against the law out of duress or necessity. Such a conjecture has limitations that a defendant should understand before using this argument. Was there reasonable...