It can be challenging to represent clients whose cases have caught the attention of the media. Employing a Public Relations person can be helpful in managing the media and allow for you to focus on litigating the case in court. A publicist will not only help to manage the dialogue with the media but can […]

Each state has self-defense laws which permit people to use reasonable force if they were to encounter an aggressor or attacker, and avoid criminal liability. However, every state has its own set of laws governing what exactly reasonable force means in self-defense, and behavior that exceeds the bounds for that state may result in a

Assault is a violent crime. However, each state may define assault differently from another. Some states may view assault as the use of violence or force against another person, such as using an object as a weapon or hitting them with their fists. In other states, they may categorize assault as not needing to make

In the car insurance world, you are likely to hear PIP and MedPay, or personal injury protection and medical payments claims. These are claims that go against an insurance company after an accident. It doesn’t matter who caused the accident, this insurance is for no-fault claims. If you were in a bicycle accident, you may

Workers’ compensation is designed to compensate employees for any injuries that are sustained while working. Although this system is designed to protect employees, many workers do not realize what their rights are. There is a lot of misinformation out there, so it is important that you know what the facts are. The first question many

Money and Legal Care Getting a divorce is a life-changing event. It can be sad, stressful, liberating, or any combination of those things. Regardless of how you feel going into the divorce, the actual divorce proceeding is often emotionally draining and can leave you feeling exhausted and stretched to your limit. You may experience these

How to Apply for a Public Defender If you are facing criminal charges, you may be worried about how you will pay to defend yourself. Lawyer’s fees can run into the thousands and many may not be able to afford those fees. A court-appointed attorney represents those who lack the funds to procure an attorney.

Expert Testimony: What Is It, and How Does It Help? Expert testimony can be an extremely valuable tool in several types of lawsuits, particularly those involving personal injury. Let’s look at the most common types of expert witnesses and some ways that they can strengthen your case. – Consulting witnesses and testifying experts Consulting experts

Benefits of Working with a Lawyer to Make a Will There comes a time in everyone’s life when they realize that they should probably have a last will and testament prepared. Even if you’re young or in perfect health, it’s always a good idea to have a will. If you’ve never written one before one

4 Reasons to Reconsider Representing Yourself in Court It is within your legal, constitutional rights to file a lawsuit without an attorney. But with a few notable exceptions (mostly involving small claims court), it’s almost always a bad idea. It can be a tempting cost-saving measure, but not having legal representation in your corner may