2015

2 Effective Defenses For Drug Possession Charges

Drug possession is one of the more serious drug crimes that can land you in serious trouble with the authorities. Depending on the type of drug substance involved, as well as the amount, the charges you face could range from a misdemeanor to a more serious felony charge. If you have been arrested for drug possession, there a number of defenses you can employ to beat the charges against you. Read on to see if these 2 defenses may be relevant to your particular case. Read More 

Legal Guardianship: Key Questions And Answers

In certain situations, an adult may want to accept responsibility for a child under an arrangement known as a legal guardianship. If you are considering becoming a legal guardian for a minor, you will obviously have a lot of questions about the process. This article examines some of the key questions about this important aspect of family law.    How Do I Become a Guardian?    The first step in becoming a guardian is filing papers with the court declaring your intent to seek the legal guardianship of a minor. Read More 

What It Means When You Post Someone’s Bail

If you live long enough, there's a pretty good chance that, at some point, you'll get that desperate, late night phone call from a friend or family member who needs to be bailed out of jail. Whether or not you choose to post bail is, of course, up to you, but before you agree to do it, you should know the responsibilities that go along with signing a bail bond contract. Read More 

Common Concerns You May Have When Faced With A Criminal Charge

Being charged with a crime is a very serious matter, and it is vital for you to take active steps to protect yourself from the worst of the potential outcomes of these cases. Unfortunately, there are many people that do not fully understand what they should expect from their attorney or their trial, and this can cause them to feel uncertain about how they should proceed. By having a couple of common questions answered, you should have a better understanding about how you should proceed. Read More 

Filing A Wrongful Death Lawsuit: What You Need To Know

If you have experienced the tragedy of losing a family member due to the negligence of someone else, then you should consider filing a wrongful death lawsuit. Although taking this action will not bring back your loved one, it can provide financial compensation for lost income, funeral costs and other expenses. This article examines some of the key factors to keep in mind when thinking about whether to file this type of lawsuit.  Read More