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Apr
Anytime a person leaves the scene of the accident without stopping, this is considered a hit-and-run accident. In the past decade, hit-and-run accidents have been on the rise. In 2022, the United States was home to 2,932 hit-and-run fatalities, with many more being injured. Like...
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Apr
A criminal history can hinder your ability to pursue the job of your dreams, rent a decent apartment, and retain custody rights. If you have been found guilty of a felony, the conviction will stay on your record for the rest of your life. You may be discouraged but unaware of how...
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Apr
In a recent year, California had 95,957 DUI arrests, signifying the prevalence of drunk driving across the state. California, along with every state (except Utah), illegalizes the operation of a motor vehicle if a motorist has a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0. 08% or great...
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Apr
If you have been accused of a felony, building a strong defense will give you the best chance of avoiding prison. Even though the prosecution is tasked with proving your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, you must provide evidence negating your liability. Given the complexities of...
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Apr
In California, a felony is a criminal offense with a punishment of at least one year in prison and a maximum fine of $10,000. State law defines over 1,400 types of felonies, although the California Penal Code does not classify levels of felonies like other states. Rather, the sta...
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Apr
If you reside in California and there has been a substantial change in your living or work situation, or if your child’s needs have changed, you may want to modify the terms of your current custody order. A modification request may be made for several reasons, but if you and the...
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Apr
Drinking and driving is a serious concern in our society, with 13,524 people losing their lives due to alcohol impairment in recent years. The state of California criminalizes operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0. 08% or greater, with commercial...
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Apr
Statutory rape is nonforcible sexual intercourse with a minor, with both persons consenting to the sexual activity. With the state’s age of consent being 18 years of age, it is considered statutory rape for an adult to have sex with anyone underage that is not his or her spouse...
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Apr
Each state has different caps regarding how much money plaintiffs can recover in a lawsuit. In California, while there is no limit on damages in personal injury cases, there is a cap on how much money you can recover in a medical malpractice claim. According to Assembly Bill No...
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Apr
A felony is a serious crime, punishable by more than one year in prison and hefty fines. If you have been charged with a criminal offense in California, you can expect to pay up to $10,000 in fines. Even after serving time and paying your fine, a felony conviction will stay on yo...
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