A dear friend of mine decided to go to law school at fifty years of age. This is something that she had always wanted to do but did not have the time or finances for until she was fifty. The first year of school she worked full time as a social worker in the same
If you or a friend has ever been pulled over for a traffic violation or suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you may have been asked to submit to a breathalyzer test. The breathalyzer test consists of breathing into a small plastic tube that is attached to a device that can
Writing a personal statement for law school can be stressful and difficult. The personal statement is such an important part of your application package, it can easily spell the difference between whether or not you are admitted into the school of your choice. You may feel pressured to come up with an excellent essay, but
OK, I understand that applying to law school can be a frightening proposition and that you are looking for all the help you can get – and that’s why you are scouring the internet and the book stores for law school personal statement samples.Well stop it.You don’t need samples to show you how to write
What is a Federal crime? We have been hearing so much in the news of late concerning people involved in the mishandling of other people’s money. That is just one example of a Federal crime. Anytime the FBI, AFT, DEA, or CID, among others is called in to investigate, the crime committed is sure to
One of the most common criminal charges that people are faced with are DWI or DUI charges. Both of these offenses involve driving a vehicle while under the influence of an intoxicating substance. However, a DWI (driving while intoxicated) charge refers specifically to alcohol. A DUI (driving under the influence) charge can also refer to
Real estate is a very serious business and all the related laws and services are also very serious, so before you start any real estate actions you need to meet with a real estate lawyer, and before you meet with the lawyer you need to prepare your papers for the meeting. Of course you can
?Should I tell them about my pre-existing condition?? ?Will it hurt my case?? are questions clients often ask. You don?t want to hide anything about your medical history from the other side. First, you have an obligation to share the information. Second, a preexisting condition that is aggravated can mean more compensation than if you
If you have been injured in an accident you may be wondering if you are entitled to compensation for pain and suffering. To make a claim for pain and suffering you need: 1) injuries (typically shown by medical bills and records or photographs [such as of a scar]) and, 2) someone else must be “at-fault”.
Have you been in a car accident? Here are some helpful suggestions: 1. If you have been in a car accident Do make a diagram of the accident, as well as to take down all pertinent information from drivers, passengers, and witnesses. 2. If you have been in a car accident Do take pictures of
Sally is injured in a car accident. Her injuries make her unable to work. She receives substantial discounts from her health care providers and her remaining bills are paid by Medicaide. At trial the insurance defense attorney hired by the at-fault driver wants to tell the jury about the discounts and Medicaide payments. Will the
