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Avoiding Legal Trouble

When was the last time you really thought long and hard about potential legal problems? About a year ago, I realized that I was at a higher risk for dealing with legal trouble because of my reputation and a few liabilities. I started thinking more carefully about how to prevent problems, and I realized that working with a lawyer could be extremely useful. I started talking with a lawyer in my area who really understood what I needed to do to fight the charges, and it changed my entire case. This blog is all about avoiding legal trouble and working with the right lawyer.

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What To Expect From Your DUI Attorney
States mandate strict driving under the influence laws. If drive while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, you're committing a traffic violation. This violation can lead to other criminal charges. If you're facing a DUI charge, you'll need an attorney experienced with DUI and other traffic citations. Initial Meeting With Your Lawyer Prepare for your consultation with your attorney by gathering documentation related to your case. This includes police reports, the results of tests you took and witness statements.

Know Your Rights: DWI
It's safe to say that you know it is dangerous to drive while intoxicated; however, you should also know your rights when you are pulled over because the law does not always work in your favor. Here is a list of do's and don'ts when a cop pulls a traffic stop on you in your vehicle. 1. Pulling Over Ensure that you use your turn signal when pulling over, and make sure you choose a busy section of the highway.

Estate Planning Tools: 3 Reasons You Should Have A Living Will
People often make the mistake of believing that estate planning tools are irrelevant in their life simply because they do not have a large estate. However, the truth is, many of these tools are designed to benefit everyone, regardless of what their net worth may be. A living will is a perfect example of this type of estate planning tool. Below you will learn more about how a living will works and why everyone should have one.

Legal Advice For When You've Been Pulled Over Or In An Accident And You've Been Drinking
Just about everyone should know about the dangers of drinking and driving and most people would never intentionally drive while intoxicated. But with blood alcohol content limits lower than ever, it can sometimes be possible to be arrested for a DUI even if you feel like you haven't had that much to drink. If you find yourself in a situation where you are being investigated for a possible DUI after getting into an accident or simply pulled over, here are some tips that might help you in your troublesome situation.

Use Advance Directives To Get The Right Medical Care
If you are going into the hospital to have surgery, one of the things that you will be asked is if you have a living will, advance directives, or a do not resuscitate order in place. These orders are things which you can use to dictate your medical wishes when you aren't able to state what you want. If you want to get these things, you should meet with a lawyer who deals with estate law.

The Importance Of The Police Report In An Automobile Personal Injury Claim
If you have been in an accident, and were injured by another party, you have a right to file a personal injury lawsuit against that party. In the event that you file a lawsuit, you will want to obtain any police reports that were filed the day of the accident.  Make Sure You Obtain Your Accident Police Report A common car accident report contains a lot of information. It is important to note that all the information contained in a police report is necessarily correct.

Drunk Driving Guilt After Causing A Collision: How A DUI Lawyer Can Help
Causing a collision when you are under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense that can land you behind bars. If the victim of your collision decides to file criminal charges against you, it is in your best interest to hire a lawyer. In this article, you will find out how a DUI lawyer can make your case smoother and how much it will cost to hire one. How Can A DUI Lawyer Help Make A Case Smoother?