If you've been charged with theft and the facts of the case seem to support the allegations, do you still have any possible defenses?In any criminal case, you're only guilty of what the prosecution can prove. That's an important thing to remember -- it can keep you...
Month: April 2018
Three things to consider when creating a parenting plan
In the middle of a divorce, separating spouses may become so consumed with their needs that they fail to consider the needs of their children, especially when working on a parenting plan. Regardless of the issues you encounter in your divorce, those involving...
Woman pleads guilty in felony drunk driving case
A 27-year old North Carolina resident entered a guilty plea to a felony DUI. After hearing all the evidence and pleas from the woman, her family members and the family members of her victim, the judge issued a sentence of 15 years.One victim died in the wreck. The...
How do you pick the executor of your estate?
One of the hardest things about drafting an estate plan isn't facing your own mortality -- it's picking the executor.Why is it so difficult? Mostly because there are a lot of different factors to consider, not the least of which are family dynamics. Here are the top...
Defending against an assault and battery charge
Assault and battery are two criminal charges that are often intertwined, even though they're actually separate offenses.Assault involves threatening another person with an injury -- verbally or by your actions. If you actually make contact with the other person,...