Using someone else's credit card is not a violent offense. Often those who do it are in a bind and simply have no other financial sources to draw from. Some people even believe that credit card theft is a victimless crime as the card owners are protected from having...
In California, there are a number of penalties you may face if convicted of driving under the influence. These penalties can include fines, and in some circumstances, jail time. Another possible penalty the court may impose is the use of an ignition interlock device....
It is certainly no understatement to say that being charged with a federal offense is a serious matter. Federal prosecutors will typically only attempt to bring suspects to trial if they believe they have strong enough evidence to win the case. What's more,...
There is a myth that issues of substance abuse are confined to the fringes of society. But the fact is that drug addiction is a human condition that crosses all socioeconomic borders. People of all ages and backgrounds suffer from addiction. This is especially true...
Often, what sets cases dealing with so-called "white collar crimes" apart from other criminal cases is the type of person who is most likely to be accused of a white collar crime. Typically, a white collar crime is related to financial activities. And often those...
Receiving a theft charge in California can create all sorts of problems. First, your reputation is placed in jeopardy as having a criminal conviction on your record could limit your future opportunities. Further, thefts may be considered misdemeanors or felonies based...
If you own or run a business, you likely understand the implications of conducting transactions that run afoul of the law. If your employees are charged with having committed illegal acts that might be attributed to your business, you may also be charged even if there...
If you have been arrested for allegedly committing a crime, you may choose to have an attorney represent your interests. Once an attorney is able to speak with you and get a look at the material that is being used as evidence in your case, the attorney may then begin...
When a worker is injured on the job in California, he or she is quite likely eligible to receive workers' compensation. It is the responsibility of the employer to see to it that a claim is reported to the proper channels so that the worker gets the appropriate level...
To some people, it is a disease for which there has never been found a sure-fire cure. Other people think of it as a criminal act that deserves punishment. But, for those caught in its web, drug addiction is often a never-ending nightmare that has a few highs, a...