You expect some privacy within your home and on your property. You know that police officers can't just look wherever they want or even enter your home without your permission – or a warrant. What you decide to do on your own property is your business and should stay private, and this is an expec...
It's important to know about the consequences, the elements working against you and what fighting your case will entail. And a good starting place to build your case is to note whether the crime you are up against is a state or federal one. Learning the classification of a crime can help you and ...
Howey Test Complicated? As discussed in our previous article, there is no simple answer to the question that whether a certain crypto asset is to be considered a security or not. However, things might have been simplified a bit after the decision of the U.S Supreme Court in the case of SEC v WJ. ...
There is a large variety of cryptocurrency assets. Virtual coins or tokens, “virtual” currencies, and “conventional” equity or debt instruments that have been “digitized” or “tokenized” are just a few examples of the wide variety of crypto assets available. Making distinctions between various cat...
If the police charge you with driving under the influence (DUI), you shouldn't just accept the charge. It's a criminal offense with severe consequences, including a criminal record. Yet many people do just accept it in a way they probably would not for other criminal accusations. As with any cri...
Americans have a constitutional right to speak freely. Though, apparently, there are exceptions, or at least in some cases, rules to follow in the process. Celebrity endorsements help improve sales performance for food and beverages, sports apparel, beauty products and tech devices. Stars also pr...
Endorsements are not a new concept for those in the spotlight. Companies contract – often to the tune of millions of dollars – with sports icons to wear their gear, and movie stars seated at the wheel of luxury vehicles to build their brand through an established fan base. There's nothing inheren...
Crypto enthusiasts tend to be intrigued by decentralizing trade. Others seize the opportunity to use disruptive technology to – allegedly – fund illegal activities. As global governments continue to identify the pros and cons of peer-to-peer financing, it may be difficult to define its legal limi...
When people are asked to do their taxes, it sometimes makes them fairly nervous because it's a complicated process. They know that they might make mistakes. They could make an error when filling how much income they earned during the year, for instance, and end up massively underpaying their taxe...
When a passenger vehicle is driving at highway speeds and suddenly has to stop, it is typically assumed that it will take roughly 300 feet for this to happen. That's the length of an entire football field. It is important to note that various outside factors can influence it. The condition of the...
When you get injured because of someone else's negligence, it may be time to start a personal injury case. Essentially, this person could be liable for your medical bills and other costs since they are the one who is responsible for your injury. This sounds fairly straightforward, but it's actual...
Expungement is a process sometimes used by those who have a criminal record. They want to clear the record, and so they seek to have it expunged. This is also sometimes referred to as sealing the record. Often, people assume that this means that the record has been erased. It no longer exists. Bu...
Every prosecution rests on the strength of the evidence the state has in its possession. Yet, what the prosecution claims is irrefutable evidence isn't always as foolproof as they say. Hence looking for ways to challenge evidence can be a key defense strategy in any criminal case. Here are three ...
Discovering you face criminal charges can be scary. Unfortunately, that could lead you to do things that make your situation more difficult. Once you realize you might face charges or already are, you need to think everything through carefully. That is why the general advice is to seek an attorne...
There are so many budding entrepreneurs and business owners looking for an investment that convincing someone they should invest in you and your idea can be incredibly challenging. Therefore, some people exaggerate how good their idea or product is. If all goes well, and you make a lot of money f...
The United States has a drug problem, but the near-hysteria regarding opioid prescriptions has put many legitimate pain clinics and pain doctors under a microscope where their every action is (often unfairly) scrutinized. A recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Ruan v. United States has recently ra...
Embezzlement is a financial crime that someone commits in order to gain financial assets for themselves. It is certainly a type of theft and falls under that general umbrella. However, there are some key distinctions that make embezzlement different than traditional types of theft. It's important...
Before you decide it's not worth it to try to fight a DUI charge, it's crucial that you realize all of the effects it can have on virtually every aspect of your life – including where you can travel for vacation or business. A DUI on your record in California (or any other state) can prevent you...
Recreational marijuana is legal in California, along with numerous other states. This means that licensed dispensaries are allowed to sell the product without violating state law, and people are able to buy it without having a medical card. Marijuana remains illegal at the federal level, but the ...
If you're facing criminal charges, regardless of what they are for, witnesses may be produced to testify against you. This is one of the main ways that the prosecution gets evidence into court. They try to find witnesses who will support the case and present evidence, such as a testimony that the...
You may have a roommate who uses drugs – and you decided that's none of your business, even though you think they use to excess. Still, when police came knocking on your door and it was clearly related to the drug issue, it was a shock. After the officers searched your home, you may have found yo...
An argument with a spouse or romantic partner may end up with you being accused of domestic violence. But, does it matter which court hears the accusations against you? Absolutely. Here's what you need to know. Domestic violence can be either a civil or a criminal matter If your partner went to t...
It's a prosecutor's job to decide whether or not to bring charges, but prosecutors need evidence to turn charges into convictions. So, what happens if a witness refuses to testify against you? Would that get you out of trouble? Probably not, and here's why. A witness who refuses to testify can be...
You have been accused of a violent crime – maybe assault or murder – and there are eyewitnesses willing to swear to your guilt in court. Are you basically without a defense? Absolutely not. Although eyewitness testimony is often used in courtrooms, the reality is that eyewitness testimony is not ...
Drugged driving is an increasingly worrisome trend, and the authorities are constantly looking for ways to spot folks who are driving under the influence of mind-altering substances. While Breathalyzers have long provided documentable evidence of drunk driving, there hasn't been a similar roadsid...
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