Choosing the best law school is a major decision. There are lots of things to consider when choosing a law school in the U.S. Some factors to think about include career goals, location, and much more. With so many options for your consideration, choosing a law school in the U.S. can sometimes be overwhelming. The...
There are many factors that determine the type of compensation you can receive from a car accident. This article examines the compensation you can receive from a car accident and the steps you can take to get it. Sometimes you get into a car accident, and you can’t avoid it. The other driver doesn’t see...
For years, a common belief has been that women tend to be more emotional than men. However, several studies have shown that divorce is harder on men and a broken home tends to affect men more than women! While there are many reasons divorce is harder on men, one line of thought is that...
If you have filed a whistleblower lawsuit under the False Claims Act and wonder what will happen next, you are not alone. Sometimes, not being sure of what will happen after filing a whistleblower lawsuit can make you feel uncomfortable about the entire process. The False Claims Act has provided the process that will follow...
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...
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...
A written address is now an important part of any judicial proceedings in every jurisdiction. A judge relies on a written address to determine the issues in controversy, and also arrive at a decision. In the past, oral advocacy held sway in advancing a case during a legal argument in court. Recently, there is a...
The dream of everyone is to save enough money to buy a house or real property at some point in their lives. Making that decision to buy a house is not an easy one and that’s why you need an expert like a property lawyer. A property attorney is important and should be involved from...
Criminal defense lawyers carry the liberty, hope and life of their clients on their hands. Some people have described the job of criminal defense lawyers as one of the most difficult in legal practice. The job of criminal defense lawyers is not for the faint-hearted as it requires a lot of sacrifices. Becoming a criminal...