Local Lawyers For Local Needs
Most car accidents are civil matters. However, there are some cases where car accidents can result in criminal charges, such as manslaughter. When does a car accident become manslaughter? Vehicular manslaughter California law defines vehicular manslaughter as causing...
Facing allegations of violent criminal activity in California can turn your life upside down. You may lose your job, compromise relationships and face time behind bars. Despite your current circumstances, you could have a strong desire to overcome your emotional...
A DUI can change your life in an instant and create ongoing repercussions that interfere with your independence. In serious cases where your actions impact innocent people, you might live with guilt and regret for a long time. An ignition interlock device can reduce...
Most people in California likely share the same visual representation of a drunk driving offense: one standing on the side of the road, blowing into a handheld breath testing device. This also gives rise to the familiar figure of .08 (the blood-alcohol content level...
A DUI arrest could be the result of an evening of unchecked partying, or it could be indicative of deeper personal issues. When facing a DUI charge, there is a lot that happens during the time you are waiting for a resolution to your case. Facing the consequences of...
Facing an arrest on any charge may lead you to want to learn more about a conviction's implications. If your arrest centered around assault, battery, or both, you may wonder how they differ. It is important to note that assault and battery are not the same. While both...
If you are in a long-term relationship, you undoubtedly know how difficult it can be to make these relationships work. Still, frequent arguing is not necessarily bad. In fact, according to Psychology Today, arguments can make a relationship stronger. No relationship...
Among other penalties, those convicted of or who plead guilty to driving under the influence in the state often see their driving privileges suspended or revoked. After serving the suspension or revocation period, they may have their driver’s licenses restored,...
The summer can be dangerous for motorists across the country. In fact, according to AAA, so many Americans die in traffic accidents during the summer months that law enforcement agencies around the country refer to the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day as the...
You already know that a restraining order restricts you from contacting or approaching the protected individual. However, there are a few lesser-known consequences of receiving a restraining order that can upend your life in drastic ways. If you stand accused of...