It can be scary when you are charged with a criminal offense, especially if it is your first time. On top of being nervous and scared, you can become confused dealing with the justice system. Having an experienced criminal attorney on your side can be the difference between you walking free or being behind bars. When you are preparing to meet with your attorney, be sure to bring appropriate documentation and think of questions to ask before you go. Read More...

There have been many changes over the years when it comes to drugs, especially marijuana. In the last 20 years, there were originally no states where the use of marijuana was legal. Now, there are 33 states that allow marijuana use in some form. It’s likely that it will become completely legal in the United States in the coming years. Read More... 

You suspect a former employee of violating a non-compete agreement they agreed to when employed at your company. What do you do? Read More...

Bail is the amount of money required to be released from jail until a required court appearance occurs. In some cases, bail may be several thousands—or even a million dollars. But for others, it can be only a few hundred dollars. So how do judges determine how much you need to pay? Read More...

The Holiday season is a special time of year. Family and friends gather to celebrate a number of special holidays. Unfortunately, the season also seems to be the start of many lawsuits. Some of those cases are clearly serious in nature; others...not so much. Here are three of the craziest holiday lawsuits from the past 10 years. Read More...

Often times "bad faith" and “fraud” are confusing terms when discussing the insurance world. While both acts involve deception and result in financial gain for one party, there are specifics that set each item apart. Read More...

On February 28, 2014, Kerry Kennedy was found not guilty of driving while impaired. The jury took just over an hour to reach their decision after a four-day trial. This incident was all across the news circuit when it occurred; it was if something like this had never occurred before. However, Kerry Kennedy’s case is not unique. It could happen to anyone, so it's important to know the facts and to hire a knowledgeable lawyer if you find yourself in Ms. Kennedy's shoes. Read More...

A contract is an agreement between two or more parties that lays out the terms of their relationship. Contractual disputes can arise in many situations — some simple, some complex. Read More...

Attorney-client privilege is one of the oldest rights in American law. It dates back to the sixteenth century. It is meant to create a “zone of privacy” that encourages candor on the part of the client and lawful action on the part of an attorney. Each party in this relationship has an incentive to act in the best interests of the other. Read More...

Traffic tickets don’t always require representation from a lawyer, but it is a good idea to get solid advice from a lawyer, even if all you plan to do is contest it. There are two types of traffic violation cases. Read More...