You know that you can be arrested for physically harming someone else. But what if you just threatened to do so? For instance, say that you get into a vocal altercation with someone after the two of you have been drinking. You tell them that you're going to knock them out and start walking towar...
The overall trend for fatal car accidents in the United States is still a downward one. You can see that fatalities peaked in the 1970s and have declined until today. However, when you look at the short-term trends, you'll find that this is not the case. Over the last few years, there is actually...
You can legally buy or grow marijuana in California. This is true for both medical users and recreational users. Many states have begun to legalize marijuana in a way that has never been seen before, with new states being added almost yearly. California was one of the first. As such, people in Ca...
Many people take explicit pictures when they're in a relationship. They may text these pictures to each other or take them together. This has become even more common because now almost everyone has a smartphone with a camera built in. This makes it very easy and convenient, and photos are stored ...
In all states, you're allowed to defend yourself. You have a right to do so, even if you have to use force. If you genuinely believe that your life is in danger, you can often even use deadly force – such as using a firearm. However, there are states in which you are supposed to attempt to avoid ...
If you get involved in a car accident, you may feel bad that it happened. Maybe you're not sure if the other driver is injured. Maybe they just seem distraught and emotional, which is very understandable. You want to help and comfort them if you can. You may be tempted to go up to them and apolog...
Have you ever felt the jolt when you nod off at the wheel for just a split second? You are instantly awake again, aware that you were almost asleep behind the wheel. In fact, you may have been asleep, but not for long enough for it to impact your driving. This should be an indicator to pull over ...
Imagine that the police pull your car over and they would like to search the vehicle. They ask for your consent, but you know that you do not have to provide it. You're well within your rights to refuse to give them consent, so you do. You also know that they don't have a search warrant because t...
The job market can be very competitive. Every little detail matters. When you're looking for employment, you become very conscious of things that may be holding you back. Having a permanent record – for drug charges, for instance – can stop you from getting a job. Many employers will run backgrou...
Motorcycle accidents happen for numerous reasons, but visibility is one of the most common problems cited after accidents. Essentially, drivers are less likely to see motorcycles than other vehicles. This leads to left turn accidents, where a driver turns left in front of a motorcycle, and accide...
Getting a drunk driving charge isn't like a simple speeding ticket. The outcome can lead to the loss of a driver's license, loss of a professional license and loss of trust from friends and family members. It can also come with hefty fines and fees and the possibility of jail time. You must eithe...
States have the ability to set their own age of consent. This is the age at which someone is deemed old enough and mature enough to consent to sexual activity. An older person who violates this could find themselves facing charges and having to register on the sex offenders' list. In California,...
Many people consider a physical altercation to be a minor event. No weapons are being used. It might've just been pushing and shoving, or maybe someone even threw a punch. Maybe emotions just got out of control. All of this may be true, but it's important to remember that these interactions can s...
Unfortunately, it's a given that drivers are going to cause car accidents every day. There are millions of them throughout the year, annually resulting in around 40,000 fatalities. And many more people suffer injuries in accidents that they survive. This means that your safety is dictated by the ...
Have you ever shared some leftover prescription painkillers with a friend or relative who needed them? Maybe you've given your best friend a few of your Ritalin tablets to use as “study drugs” before a big test or shared drugs with a buddy at a club or concert. While you may not think that much h...
You know that selling prescription medication is illegal. For one thing, there's been something of an epidemic in the United States regarding the use of painkillers. People are often using them for recreational purposes. Many arrests for drug dealing come from those who are selling these medicati...
Millions of arrests are made every year in the United States. Some of them, which tend to be more serious or dramatic, often make the news. For instance, you may see news reports about people being arrested for murder or arson. But these types of arrests are actually rather uncommon. They may be ...
When a police officer begins to ask you questions, you may feel that you have no choice but to answer. It can be intimidating. It may even feel overwhelming. The police officer appears to be an authority figure, and they may even act like you have to do everything that they say. But do you actual...
If you get pulled over while you are driving under the influence of marijuana, you could face impaired driving charges. Don't make the mistake of assuming that these charges are just for those who use alcohol. They certainly are more common with alcohol, because it is used more than marijuana, bu...
Many drug crimes that are related to opioids and painkillers happen because people are addicted to these drugs. They are very effective painkillers, so they are often used by medical professionals after someone has surgery or suffers a serious injury. For instance, professional athletes are often...
One of the most severe injuries that someone can suffer in a car accident is a spinal cord injury or an SCI. Every year, reports indicate that there are about 12,000 of these injuries, although they certainly do not only occur in car accidents. The symptoms can be very severe, such as an absolute...
Any cut or laceration that you suffer has the potential to get infected. This happens when bacteria or debris get under the skin. The wound may appear to be healing at first, but then it will become red and painful, and there could be pus or other discharge from the site. An infection can also le...
Americans often refer to the United States as the “land of the free.” The slogan is very popular, especially around holidays like the Fourth of July. But is it accurate? What you will find is that the United States actually has one of the highest prison populations in the world. Statistically spe...
When you look at theft from employees, you'll find that it is far more common for men than it is for women. This is not to say that either gender is completely immune to workplace theft, but it simply doesn't happen nearly as much with female employees. For example, consider expense fraud. This i...
Car accidents start and finish in a matter of seconds. One moment you are calmly heading toward your destination, and the next, you are in disarray at the side of the road. Your car may be clearly damaged. Under the shock of the situation or switching to survival mode, you may also be in physical...