According to the Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention (OJJDP), violent juvenile crimes have dropped 55 percent from their peak in the mid ’90s. However, the arrest rate for violent crimes is still hovering around 255 for every 100,000 citizens between the ages of 10 and 17. Meanwhile, the overall national violent crime rate […]
Category: Law
Legal Aid Cuts – What You Need to Know
New legal aid reforms proposed by the government in early June have been met with outrage by barristers, defendants and human rights organisations. The plans are one of a number of reforms, such as the recent Jackson Reforms introduced in April 2013, which have been proposed to cut the cost of legal services in the […]
Can a DUI Charge Affect Compensation in a Personal Injury Claim?
Can a DUI Charge Affect Compensation in a Personal Injury Claim? There are not many feelings that come close to the dread that we experience when we see flashing blue lights in our rear-view mirror, but when a person has been drinking, this feeling is likely exacerbated. Some unfortunate souls, however, end up in auto […]
Are You Still Using Mirena?
For many busy women, keeping track of birth control is one more thing to program into the “reminder” section of their iPhone and starting a family may be the farthest thing from their minds. For many young women, a commitment to a career comes first, as well as a trustworthy, hassle-free birth control option. For […]
North Carolina: Laws and Dog Owners
Dogs are considered to be man’s best friend. They are loyal companions, helpers to the disabled, and playmates for children. Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, breeds and colors. They also come with all types of temperaments. A dog may become aggressive due to breeding, treatment, or inherent tendencies. This is a risk that […]
Disc Herniation Claim from Auto Accidents
Many victims of auto accidents suffer physical injuries to their body and in many cases, such injuries can leave long term effects. Sometimes the injuries manifest itself in immediate pain and physical symptoms but in many cases, they show later in time. One type of auto accident injury, where no immediate pain can happen is […]
If I Get Hurt On My Own Property Do I Still Have A Case?
All of the residents of Toronto know that when you buy a home or a car you must purchase insurance; however, many people who rent do not believe they need renters insurance. Many renters believe the value of their personal property is so low that it doesn’t warrant the expense of insurance. Unfortunately, nothing could […]
Supreme Court Strikes Down North Carolina Medicaid Lien Rule
Medicaid provides assistance at the state level to those individuals who lack sufficient liquid assets to pay their medical bills. If a Medicaid recipient’s need for medical care arises from injury caused by a third party, the state may recover a portion of any subsequent judgment the person obtains from that third party in a […]
Damages that Entail Monetary Recovery in a Personal Injury Case
In order to recover monetary damages in a personal injury case, the person responsible for the injury must have been negligent. Whether you were driving, riding a bicycle, or walking when the accident occurred, in addition to dealing with the physical injuries, you also may have to worry about the financial impact of lost wages […]
Understanding The Strengths And Weaknesses Of Your Case
Understanding the strengths and weaknesses of your case is important to getting the representation you seek as you pursue just compensation for your personal injury accident. You can do this by getting a free case evaluation or a free consultation by or from a personal injury lawyer. When it comes to hiring a lawyer, it […]