Breath tests that are used to measure blood alcohol concentration (BAC) can sometimes produce inaccurate results. This is problematic because these tests are often used in court as evidence of impairment when a driver was allegedly operating a vehicle with a BAC over...
In criminal cases, a subpoena is a legal document issued by a court or law enforcement agency that compels an individual to provide testimony or produce documents or other evidence related to a criminal investigation. Subpoenas come in various forms, but they all...
Even though we don’t like to think about it, death is an inevitable part of life. Therefore, it’s imperative to have plans in place for when you die, such as creating a will. How does dying without a will negatively impact your loved ones? The complications of dying...
Vineyard ownership in California represents not just a business but often a family's legacy and pride. The picturesque landscapes and world-renowned wines produced in the Golden State are a testament to the hard work and dedication of vineyard owners, their staff...
Your will is designed to help instruct how your assets are supposed to be handled after your passing. You may have your estate distributed among family members and friends -- but, since you won’t be around to handle the process, someone must be put in charge. That’s...
Special needs trusts are designed to provide for the well-being of someone who has a disability, without putting their eligibility for important government benefits – including Supplemental Security Incomes (SSI) and Medicaid – in any danger. The money in a special...
Driver’s license suspension or revocation represents serious, potentially life-changing offenses. For most people, reliance on a motor vehicle is second nature. Yet, when the privilege to operate one is taken away after a drunk driving arrest, the consequences can...
The internet is a hotbed of fraud that ensnares unwary individuals in scams and schemes every day. The aim of scammers is to separate honest people from their hard-earned dollars. That’s bad enough, of course. But there are even worse consequences that can arise from...
When it comes to estate planning and administration, the process of probate often plays a crucial role. Probate is the legal procedure that validates a will, settles the deceased's debts and distributes their assets to the rightful beneficiaries. Supervised probate...
Estate planning helps people organize what happens when they pass away. Their assets may be distributed to heirs and funeral arrangements may be made. The testator can even make plans for their underage children to be cared for by a trusted guardian and a power of...
