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…
More than 2.5 million people suffer from sports related knee injuries each year. Knee pain is one of the most common types of issues people in the U.S. suffer from today. A recently conducted study measured whether or not people suffering from knee pain can receive pain relief by working with a physical therapist in…
What happens when you file a lawsuit based on a car accident? What are you getting yourself into? What are the basis steps? In this post, we’ll tell you about the basics of what happens if you’re unable to reach an agreement with the insurance company or other driver after a car accident and decide…
It is very important to have an aggressive attorney in a car crash case, even if the facts seem relatively straightforward. Having the right lawyer represent you means you will have a vested partner who is committed to winning maximum compensation for you. You can be sure that the insurance company has attorneys who are…
If an apartment or house is left damp for too long, it will create a flourishing environment for toxic mold to grow in. If this toxic mold is left unchecked, it can potentially cause a number of health related problems. This is why every landlord should be attentive and diligent about checking the conditions of…
As an attorney, your job is to protect the rights of your client. Depending on the nature of the legal issue, protecting their rights can mean many different things. If your client is a public figure or prominent in their community, more than likely there will be significant media attention if they are arrested or…
No one wants to be tasked with the chore of finding a nursing home for a loved one, despite the importance of the process. Because most elderly parties are a bit rambunctious, traditionally, they do not want to leave their homes and surrender their independence to a nursing home. Despite the difficulty of the decision,…
Police officers are trained to “notice” people driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol. While there is no absolute scientific method of determining who is driving drunk and who is not, police officers generally use the following clues to pull someone over for suspicion: Erratic lane changes Swerving Excessive speeds Driving way under the…