The Basics of Plea Deals

The Basics of Plea Deals

There is no clear data that shows how many cases are resolved through plea deals, but it is estimated that around 90-95% of federal and state cases are. Because there is a high likelihood that you will be offered a plea deal if you are charged with a crime, it’s...
The Importance of Exercising Your Right to Remain Silent

The Importance of Exercising Your Right to Remain Silent

If you’ve ever watched a crime show on TV, you’ve probably heard the phrase “you have the right to remain silent,” but do you know what this means? This right is one of your Miranda rights, which are given to anyone who is taken into policy custody. No one should ever...
How to Prove Fault in a Car Accident

How to Prove Fault in a Car Accident

Immediately following a car accident, one of the first questions that you will have to answer is who was at fault for the crash. Identifying the at-fault party is imperative if you plan on recovering compensation for injuries or property damage, but how can you figure...
What to Expect if Your Car Accident Case Goes to Trial

What to Expect if Your Car Accident Case Goes to Trial

The vast majority of personal injury claims will be settled outside of the courtroom in negotiations between the plaintiff’s and defendant’s attorneys. However, there are a small percentage of cases that cannot be settled and therefore must be taken to court....
When Can A Police Officer Search You?

When Can A Police Officer Search You?

The Fourth Amendment protects you from unlawful searches and seizures conducted by law enforcement officers. Because of this amendment, police officers must follow certain guidelines when conducting searches of an individual or his private property, including his car...