One of the more complicated areas in family law is adoption. This legal creation of a relationship between a parent and child who do not have any biological relation makes adoption law a complex subject matter. The primary purpose behind laws governing adoption are to...
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What you need to know about Article 81 Guardianships
Caring for an aging loved one or a disable adult can breed an entire new type of stress into any family dynamic. While you are doing everything in your power to maintain normalcy and consistency in the life of those you care about, the reality of legal proceedings,...
I’m being arrested for assaulting an officer, but I was pushed
We can't turn on the television or open up a news source online and not hear about how police officers are taking advantage of their power and causing an uproar within local communities. While police officers are there to serve and protect those within their...
Charged With Trespassing in an Unmarked and Unfenced Field
Being out in nature is one of a few capabilities that no one should be prevented. Exploring, hiking and walking through open air is a remarkable adventure. For some, the path may be unknown and every step gives them the potential for new explorations. Within some...
I Was Pulled Over For A DUI And My Child Was In The Car
On April 5, 2015, a mother was arrested for causing an accident that killed her 3 year old daughter and injured her two other children that were riding in the car with her. She was driving under the influence when the crash occurred. While being pulled over for a DUI...
Can I Protect A Child Who Is Not Mine In The DHS System?
The sentiments for wanting to protect a child that is not a blood relative are pure and honorable. If the child is in the DHS system, the legalities over who has a rightful claim to the child can affect your honorable sentiments to want to protect them. There isn't...
How do we decide what percentage of the company each partner gets?
There is so much more to establishing a solid business partnership than just deciding that you have a good idea and want to start something together. There are many financial considerations to take into account and planning ahead for your future success together and...
I asked my apartment neighbors to be quieter and then my car tires were slashed, what can I do?
Dennis the Menace is a funny story about a mischievous and curious little boy and the lives and events he disrupts, mostly those of his neighbors. This story has been captured as a comic, movie series, and even a few movies. Dennis' childlike antics are often found...
Can I be charged for DUI if I’m drinking while waiting for the cops to show up to the accident?
According to the Department of Transportation (US), almost 30 people in the United States die in motor vehicle crashes every day that involve an alcohol-impaired driver. This amounts to one death every 51 minutes [i]. A DUI, or suspicion of a DUI, is taken very...
Common Criminal Defense Strategies
First things first, everyone needs to remember they are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Presumed innocence of a suspect is a cornerstone of American law. While every case is unique to its own set of circumstances, there are some identifiable criminal...