When does a DUI Become a Felony? Driving after you have been drinking is never a good idea. Doing it on a regular basis and getting caught more than once can land you in serious trouble. Anytime you get caught driving under the influence you risk being charged with a criminal offense and could lose…
Often when you hear about the class actions, you will also hear about mass torts or mass action. If you live in PA and were hurt because of a flawed product, defective drug or defective medical device, you should consider contacting a personal injury attorney in Pennsylvania who handles mass tort cases. Cases of mass…
The diagnosis and treatment for concussions has improved over the years, due to extensive brain research. Concussions can be complex in nature and the symptoms range greatly. The human brain is made of a consistency similar to gelatin. The cerebrospinal fluid inside the skull cushions the brain from daily jolts and bumps. The questions answered…
After a car accident, a person can endure a wide variety and severity of injuries. It is not uncommon for someone to experience a great amount of knee pain from the collision. The knees can suffer pain due to a direct impact of force from the steering wheel, car door, dashboard, glass and/or metal fragments….
Bankruptcy fraud is a federal crime that occurs when a person knowingly and fraudulently commits certain prohibited acts in connection with their bankruptcy case. Examples of bankruptcy crimes include: filing false claims, knowingly concealing assets, making false oaths, bribery, embezzlement, and filing fraudulent petitions. According to the report by the U.S. Department of…
As a personal injury attorney Dekalb County GA residents trust can attest, ride-sharing companies are quenching the thirst of our instant-gratification society. By removing the concept of waiting, rideshare companies are catering to millions while likely assisting in reducing the amount of gas emissions in the air. They are selling the concept of readily available…
Every person has the right to live in a safe and hazard free home. Unfortunately, many landlords are often negligent when it comes to ensuring the home is safe for occupancy. It can take time and money away from a landlord if they focus on preventing accidents. However, the repercussions for not taking precautions for…
Money Laundering is the process of taking the proceeds of a criminal activity such as drug trafficking or illegal gambling and making them appear as legal. Money laundering consists of three steps: Placement: Placement is the depositing of funds in financial institutions or the conversion of cash into negotiable instruments such as cashier’s checks, money…
A deposition is a critical part of a personal injury case and has to be conducted correctly. If it is poorly executed, it could be the difference between winning and losing the case. Here are some common questions lawyers ask as part of a proper deposition. Introductory Questioning The preliminary round of questioning provides descriptive…
Every day hundreds of people are injured from slip and fall accidents, due to unsafe public or private areas. When it comes to a slip and fall case, whether an incident qualifies for compensation can be tricky. During a claim process, it can be normal for people to feel frustrated and stuck. We want to…