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
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
Driving drunk can cause serious consequences. Many people think they can drive even though theyâve had a few drinks, but itâs 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)
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?
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
Sometimes, itâs 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
Car accidents happen to 6 million Americans every year. If youâve 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
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 itâs going to affect your personal injury claim. Your ability to claim the proceeds from a settlement depend on how you file.
Slip-ups in a court of law can mess up a personal injury claim in a hurry. So, when youâre the one filing a lawsuit for damages from an injury, you need to make sure you dot all your iâs and cross all your tâs. Be aware of the following caveats.
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
I was very happy to have Mark and his team represent me for a personal injury claim. They explained the process well and answered all of my question. My calls and emails were always returned in a timely manner.