A shoplifting conviction can have serious consequences. Understanding California’s shoplifting criminal law can help minimize those consequences. California’s Shoplifting Law Accused shoplifters can be charged with Shoplifting (Penal Code Section 459.5), Petty Theft (Penal Code Section 488), or Grand Theft (Penal Code Section 487). If the value of the merchandise stolen is less than $950,
A DUI conviction can tarnish many things that are important to you, but your integrity is most important. A DUI conviction can cause the people in your life to view you as untrustworthy, irresponsible, and negligent. You may struggle with such a reputation for years. That reason alone is enough to hire a DUI attorney
Driving drunk can cause serious consequences. Many people think they can drive even though they’ve had a few drinks, but it’s very dangerous to make that judgment call. Studies have shown that a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of as little as .02 percent (or the consumption of two alcoholic drinks) decreases a driver’s ability to
Every day, Americans break traffic laws. And every day, car accidents happen. Of those car accidents, 33 percent involve speeding, which is one of the top three causes of accidents. Many of these cases end up in the office of a personal injury attorney. So why do people keep speeding? It’s probably because of one
Criminal charges are not all put in the same category. They are classified according to the seriousness of the crime, either as infractions, misdemeanors, or felonies. Each type of crime has its own set of legal requirements, fines, and sentences. Infractions If you got a ticket for parking in a private area or a fine
Sometimes, it’s obvious who was at fault in an accident, but then there are times when both drivers carry some fault. In cases where both drivers broke a traffic law or created a dangerous situation, comparative negligence usually goes into effect. Even then, fault and responsibility for coverage of damages is determined differently in different
Car accidents happen to 6 million Americans every year. If you’ve been in a car crash, the road to recovery can be a long one. An accident can take a toll on your physical, emotional, and financial well-being. Even a minor fender-bender can be a traumatic experience. Besides the physical injuries that may have occurred,
The medical bills for a serious or long-lasting injury can quickly send you to the brink of bankruptcy. Before you file for bankruptcy, you need to know how it’s going to affect your personal injury claim. Your ability to claim the proceeds from a settlement depend on how you file. Your Claim If you’re considering
Slip-ups in a court of law can mess up a personal injury claim in a hurry. So, when you’re the one filing a lawsuit for damages from an injury, you need to make sure you dot all your i’s and cross all your t’s. Be aware of the following caveats. Not Telling the Truth Yes,
Car accidents occur every day, and you never know when one is going to involve you or someone you love. It’s only just that if you were affected by a collision that wasn’t your fault, you are appropriately compensated for your medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and any other expenses incurred as a
Being involved in a situation that’s left you with serious injuries through no fault of your own can be stressful and complicated. On top of tending to your medical and emotional needs, you must somehow ensure that your monetary needs are being taken care of as well. This is where the experience and knowledge of
Self-portraits, better known in the modern world of pop culture as “selfies,” are a global phenomenon that have inundated Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and any other social media platform you can think of. Most owners of a smartphone or small handheld camera have mastered the art of snapping their own photo, and even if they haven’t,
