Criminal Defense Lawyer Kleptomania is a disorder that is not well understood, but for those who have this condition, it can destroy their personal and professional lives. Kleptomania was first identified as a psychiatric condition in 1816, and is considered an impulse control disorder. In layman’s terms, it is a person’s inability to stop themselves from stealing. The impulse is so strong that it often has nothing to do with trying to make money by selling the stolen goods or for personal use of the stolen items. Whether or not you have been arrested for theft recently or in the … [Read more...]
What Is a DUI?
If you were to ask a random individual for the definition of a DUI, they will more than likely respond by saying that it is a person driving while under the influence of alcohol. That answer is actually incorrect. There have been a great number of people who have been charged for a DUI without even consuming an alcoholic beverage. Definition of a DUIIt is a sad case that even if you only had one sip of alcohol and decided to get behind the steering wheel of a motor vehicle, you can still be pulled over by a police officer, charged for driving under the influence, and arrested. DUI … [Read more...]
Should I avoid Police Contact?
Criminal Lawyer Receiving a call from a police officer could send chills down your spine for a numerous amount of reasons. The first thing that would come to your mind is that you have done something bad or that you have been associated with someone or something in some sort of criminal activity. If you ever receive a phone call from a police officer, it would be best for you to immediately get in contact with an attorney. It is even more imperative that you get in touch with a criminal lawyer, like from The Lynch Law Group, if the conversation that you had with the police officer was about … [Read more...]
How Long Do You Have to Go to a Doctor After a Pedestrian Accident Caused by an Overgrown Tree or Bushes?
Criminal Lawyer It is just as important for pedestrians as for drivers to pay attention to traffic signs. A “Hidden Driveway” or “No Pedestrian Use” sign is of little value when the pedestrian cannot see it. Signs that are covered by overgrown trees and bushes create hazards for pedestrians by depriving them of important warnings. Trees that cover traffic signs and signals can cause indirect harm to pedestrians. When a driver cannot see a hidden stop sign, the driver might argue that striking a pedestrian was an unavoidable accident. When an accident occurs because a sign was covered … [Read more...]
4 Questions to Ask an Attorney After a Lyft Accident
Being injured in a car accident can turn your world upside down, but matters may become even more complicated if the other car involved was signed into the Lyft rideshare app at the time of the wreck. Whether you were a passenger or a motorist, it can be difficult to understand who is responsible for medical compensation. Speaking to a lawyer and asking a few questions may help you feel more confident about filing a personal injury lawsuit against Lyft. 1. What If Lyft Turned Away My Claim? If you were driving and were struck by a Lyft vehicle, the company may deny responsibility … [Read more...]
Talking to Insurance Reps After a Motorcycle Accident
Criminal Lawyer After a motorcycle accident that leaves you injured, you may receive a lot of conflicting advice from many different sources, some trustworthy and others less so. As a result you may be confused about what you should do in the aftermath. For example, you may have heard that you should not talk to representatives of an insurance company following a motorcycle accident. However, it is important to draw a distinction between your own insurance company and the other party's insurer. Talking to Your Insurance Company It is not only encouraged but often necessary to talk to … [Read more...]
Understanding the Divorce Process
While sad, it is common knowledge that nearly 50% of marriages end in divorce. Unfortunately, despite that grueling statistic, divorce proceedings can be fairly complex and hard to understand. If you wish to file for divorce, there is a potentially six-step process you will need to follow in most states. 1. The Divorce Petition The divorce petition is the one piece of paperwork that gets the entire process moving. The petition will include the grounds for the divorce request. You will want to give a precise reason for your desire to leave the marriage. Many people claim irreconcilable … [Read more...]
Court Mandated Ignition Interlock Device
Criminal Lawyer If you have been arrested, charged, and convicted of a DUI, you may be ordered by the court to have an ignition interlock device installed on your car. This device is a breathalyzer connected to your car's dashboard and wired into your ignition system. Depending on the state, you may be required to have the device installed after your first or second DUI within a period of time. In general, you will need to have it for a period of 6-24 months. The ignition interlock device will prevent your vehicle from starting if, after you blow into it, it detects your BAC being … [Read more...]
The Benefits of Filing for Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is a tool that many people use when they are in debt that they can’t foresee themselves getting out from. This can also be a major decision that takes some consideration. Here are some benefits to filing for bankruptcy. Temporarily Stop an Eviction Debt can make it impossible to pay your bills. You may find yourself struggling with your rent or the mortgage, thus wind up in a situation where you may be evicted. When it comes to evictions and foreclosures, you can stop it from happening. This may only be temporary, though. While your bankruptcy is in play, the litigation on … [Read more...]
What Do Personal Injury Lawyers Do?
After you’ve been in a car wreck and decided to hire a personal injury lawyer to help you navigate your insurance claim, you must be wondering what personal injury lawyers actually do to assist. There are many steps a good personal injury lawyer follows to help you along the way. First and foremost, they listen and hear you. The claim starts with you and where you are at. Are you someone that wants to get fully treated, go through all the treatments and get healed up the best they can? Or, are you a fast healer, who prefers to get limited treatments, try to get … [Read more...]