Every so often there is a traumatic event that inspires lawmakers to reform or shape legislation. These events blaze headlines and highlight issues pertaining to laws or systems that many people were not previously aware of. The death of North Carolina toddler, Ryland Ott, was one of many horrifi...
Scandals involving illegal drugs and associated crimes have pretty much become commonplace in the nation. When these crimes are committed, citizens rely on law enforcement officials to offer them protection by arresting perpetrators and bringing them to justice. But time and time again, citizens ...
Anyone who has access to the internet and media news outlets has heard horror stories that involve innocent, law abiding citizens who are accused of crimes they didn't commit. In some cases, these unlucky individuals are arrested, convicted and jailed for these offenses, without any substantial e...
The institution of law enforcement was established to ensure that people abide by the laws of the land. Police officers have been granted exclusive authority to warn, arrest and detain people who violate these laws with the use of force if necessary. In the event that a police officer uses force ...
Numerous studies have been conducted that reveal what most parents already understand: adolescents often exhibit an underdeveloped sense of responsibility and an apparent lack of maturity. In turn, they're more inclined to make more impulsive decisions that aren't based on logic or valid reasonin...
Manufacturers have a legal duty to consumers to ensure that the products they put on the market for distribution are functional and safe. When this duty is compromised and a consumer is harmed while utilizing the product the way it was intended, he or she now has grounds to seek legal recourse fo...
The family of a biker in Los Angeles decided to file a lawsuit against the city after their loved one was killed in a deadly accident. The family claims that the city's failure to repair faulty sidewalks and infrastructure led to the death of the 56-year-old resident. According to recent article...
What to Do Immediately after an Uber Accident An Uber vehicle becomes involved in a car crash while transporting a passenger. What should the passenger do if: (A) The car is damaged but there is no serious personal injury, or(B) The crash causes personal injury? In both scenarios, the passenge...
The impact of a DUI on your life, and the lives of other people, can be extensive and profound. Here are five significant ways in which a DUI can affect your life -- in both the short and the long term. Employment/Education Related Fallout Many people charged with a DUI face employment con...
