You’re probably familiar with the phrase “burden of proof.” In a legal case, the burden of proof is the level of responsibility that the prosecuting party has to prove their charge against the defendant. [Read more…]
“Innocent until proven guilty.” These words contain the heart of the U.S. judicial system. Legal professionals exist to seek justice and provide advocacy for every client facing accusation. But real life is complex and messy, and when mental health challenges enter the picture, criminal defense cases can prove even more complicated. [Read more…]
The new Supreme Court term begins on October 7th, and the long-delayed DACA case will finally receive a hearing by the nation’s highest judicial authorities. The background and particularities of the case are complex and highly debated. [Read more…]
Immigration is a topic that’s never far from our own hearts or the hearts of our clients. Immigration is part of many of our stories and families, giving us a personal connection with this highly politicized topic. [Read more…]
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects around 8 million adults in the U.S., according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. Although this disorder was originally associated with soldiers exposed to the brutalities of war, healthcare professionals in recent years have recognized and diagnosed the development of PTSD in others who witness or experience traumatic events. [Read more…]
Many people experience depression, anxiety, or another stress disorder. For some, the causes of the disorder seem to be directly correlated to work or work-related factors. If this is the case, and the stress disorder is creating debilitating conditions, then it might be helpful to have a conversation about whether you could receive workers’ comp for your depression.
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When you were a kid, were you ever afraid of dying in a certain random way? Getting caught in quicksand, maybe? Or being struck by lightning? A rattlesnake bite? Piranha attack? Kids aren’t great at real risk assessment, but there actually is a high risk of your experiencing some type of personal injury incident during your life. (If you want to see the leading causes of accidental death, you can take a look at this chart – spoiler alert: quicksand isn’t on the list.) In today’s post, we’ll take a look at 3 interesting personal injury statistics.
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Getting charged with a crime is disturbing and unsettling. It creates heartache and anxiety for you and those who love you, and especially if this is your first encounter with the legal system, the charge and the prospect of a criminal defense trial can feel traumatizing. We want to give you an overview of your rights throughout the defense process and some guidance on how to proceed.
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We’ve talked about mediation some already, showcasing its benefits and helping you know how to prep for an upcoming mediation. We noted that mediation is often a highly advantageous option. It is time and cost effective and gives the parties much more control over the process and outcome.
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You got injured, and it wasn’t your fault. Life is unpredictable: maybe it was a car accident caused by the other driver; maybe you were injured on faulty work equipment, or maybe some other scenario. Whatever the case, it’s important for you to get the care and compensation you’ll need to make it through the challenges ahead. [Read more…]