There are many benefits of having your criminal records expunged. The past can return to haunt and prevent you from achieving your goals. Unfortunately, many people do not know that it’s possible to have some of their criminal records expunged forever. When you commit a crime, the fact that you did so does not necessarily...
When you get medical care from a physician or healthcare facility, you expect to receive the best care and treatment in the world. Sadly, many people become victims of medical malpractice that results in devastating pain and lifelong complications. Learn what you need to know about the law on medical malpractice and whether you can...
Legal translation services involve the translation or conversion of written legal documents from one language to another. In this article, we will examine why it’s necessary to have legal translation services in the legal system. On January 5, 1988, the body of Carmen Lopez was found inside her apartment in Hartford, Connecticut. Carmen, who was...
If you’re facing a criminal defense case, you’re probably wondering how to proceed. Maybe you’re already in the process of talking with your lawyer. The truth is, there are some things you’ll want to do if involved in a criminal defense case. When you are arrested in the United States, one of the most important...
Sexual harassment in the workplace is a global challenge today. No sector today remains untouched by this menace. Over the last few years, many victims have bravely come forward and reported workplace sexual harassment. As a result, many popular people, who have held positions of authority, have been convicted of sexual harassment charges. While employers,...
In this article, you are going to learn how social media marketing for your law firm will help improve your legal practice and services. Social media marketing has come a long way and legal practitioners cannot afford not to take advantage of the many benefits it provides. Twenty or so years ago, most people looked...
Have you ever faced a criminal charge and wondered how a criminal defense lawyer can help you even when you broke the law. When you’ve done something that’s against the law, it’s normal to entertain thoughts you may be arrested and prosecuted. If you are one of those who wants to know how a criminal...
The ENBAR LAW JOURNAL (A Publication of the Nigerian Bar Association, Enugu Branch) is inviting submissions on scholarly and well-researched papers in any field of Law for publication in the Third Issue, Volume 1 of the ENBAR Law Journal. Manuscripts could include: Articles, Case comments/reviews, and Book reviews. Manuscripts should not normally exceed 8000 words....
By Jordan McDowell. When most people think of being convicted of a crime, they usually imagine the repercussions of jail or prison time. Some might even think of the court fees, restitution, and probation that typically come with being a convicted criminal. Still, there are even more consequences that can affect your everyday life. Learn...
In many jurisdictions around the world, the legal profession has become synonymous with the wig and gown. Court dress comprises apparel such as the wig and gown, robes, collars, collarets, and bibs. It seems the judiciary is hell-bent on clinging to colonial traditions and rituals. There is a reluctance to jettison irrational customs such as...