Break the Law and Lose Your Car?

New York City, Nassau County and Suffolk County have vehicle forfeiture laws. These laws allow the municipality to seize a motorist's car if it is used as part of a criminal offense...even a first offense. So what do you do if your car is seized?

How To Change Your Name In Ohio

All legal name changes in Ohio are attached to your existing birth certificate which is a computerized birth abstract showing the name change. After you change your name in Ohio all agencies, federal and state will accept your new name as your new legal name and will issue you documents with your new name if you wish.

Why Do Attorneys Charge Different Fees?

One attorney wants a $2,500 retainer, while another attorney will handle the matter for 40% of your recovery. Why the difference?

Employment Law - Majrowski And Employers' Liability For Psychiatric Illness

An article describing how the Protection from Harassment Act 1997 can be used to establish claims against employers.

Los Angeles Private Investigators

Like in many other parts in the US, Los Angeles private investigators are registered by the state authority that issues valid licenses for individual private eyes as well as for PI agencies. Once registered they will appear in the state database, and most probably will be listed in online directories.

Does Pennsylvania Have a Motorcycle Lemon Law?

Pennsylvania does not currently have a specific Motorcycle lemon law at this time. Fortunately, however, you may be able to bring a lemon law-type claim if you have purchased a defective motorcycle.

Critique on Indra Sawhney v. Union of India

Implementation of Mandal commission Report, which recommended 27% reservation to the Backward classes in the Country. The case came up.

Life After Law School - Five Strategies To Succeed

You have completed four years of undergraduate studies, survived three years of law school and now landed your first job as an associate in a mega law firm. Now, it's time to put all your hard work into action.

How Do I Find A Good Lawyer And Avoid A Bad One

Finding a good lawyer for your business is not a tough job. If you do not get a lawyer that suits your business needs, the result can be horrible. Some cases can be very important for you and if you do not win them, you may loose a very good amount of money.

Obligations On An Employer Who Is Served With A Detachment Of Earnings Order

An article explaining the effect of a Detachment of Earnings Order imposed by the Child Support Agency on an employer and employeee.

Tallahassee DUI Lawyer - North Florida Criminal Defense Lawyers

A simple mistake can have lifelong consequences. Virtually everyone at some point in their lives has had a bit too much to drink, made a bad judgment, and gotten behind the wheel of a car.

Investigation Of DUI Cases - Walk And Turn (WAT)

The Walk and Turn (WAT) is a walking test. If administered properly, the WAT is 68% accurate in determining blood alcohol content (BAC) above .10%. In order to be administered properly, the test must be conducted on a reasonably dry, hard, level, and non-slippery surface. There should be a designated straight line.

Investigation Of DUI Cases - Give Examples Of Non-Standardized FST's

Law enforcement agencies employ a number of different field sobriety tests to determine enough probable cause to make an arrest for drunk driving. The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) has conducted studies which have determined that some tests are accurate indicators, to a degree, of a blood alcohol content (BAC) above .10%. However, law enforcement agencies often use non-scientific tests, or non-standardized field sobriety tests, to determine intoxication.