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16 Year Old Who Killed Four People Was 3X DWI Limit

Ethan Couch's blood-alcohol limit was a insanely high 0.24 -- three times the legal limit - as he recklessly drove down a dark narrow road at 70 mph in a huge Ford F35 and set off a chain wreck ...

3 Warning Signs That Your Lawyer's No Good

We all have different tastes, and varying notions of what makes a thing great. Some of us tend to the simple yet sophisticated, while others are into ostentation and flair. Just like there is no one way to be well-dressed...

Um, How Often Can You Get Manicures Without Totally F--king Up Your Nails?

Ten Questions to Ask Your Potential Lawyer

Lawyers will often provide a free or very low-cost consultation to discuss the details of your situation and give you an opportunity to ask some basic questions

Government lawyers don’t understand the Internet. That’s a problem.

How to Prepare for Divorce Mediation or Child Custody Mediation

Learn what mediation is in divorce and custody cases, how to prepare for it, and why I think it is better than going to trial to solve you...

9 Things to Know Before You Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer

Initial consultations are usually free. Many people don’t call a lawyer because they believe it will cost too much. A good lawyer will be willing to discuss the basic facts of your case and tell you

Top 10 Mistakes Made When Hiring a Lawyer

Hiring a lawyer is an intensive process. You will often hear people complaining about their relationship with their attorney. Issues can be circumvented if you make a concerted effort to avoid the following common mistakes when hiring an attorney. Not checking a lawyer's area of expertise. Some attorneys can do well outside of their area of expertise, but many do not know the nuances in other areas of the law. Therefore, if you need a contract lawyer, do not hire a divorce attorney…

What makes hiring a lawyer crucial to any business?

Among those essentials is hiring a lawyer. Whether your business is a startup or a more established business in its field, hiring lawyers can be a very crucial step ...

Workers' Compensation Attorney: Understanding The Process And When To Hire A Lawyer

If you get hurt at work, you are traditionally covered by workers' compensation insurance. There are, however, some things that you hav...

Workers' Compensation Attorney: Understanding the Process and When to Hire a Lawyer

If you get hurt at work, you are traditionally covered by workers' compensation insurance. There are, however, some things that you h...

Do I need money to hire a lawyer?

Do I need money to hire a lawyer? Here is some helpful information regarding our personal injury lawyer fees

Five Questions To Ask Before You Hire A Lawyer

Hiring a lawyer can be intimidating. They will represent you, but how do you know they will do a good job? Ask these 5 questions before you hire a lawyer.

I Have a Case But I Don’t Have Money to Hire an Attorney?

If you do not have the funds to hire an attorney, you may still obtain the legal representation you need through a contigency fee agreement.

How to Hire An Attorney

Maybe you’re buying or selling real estate, trying to resolve a dispute with a neighbor, starting a business, or going through a divorce. When life gets legal, you’ll likely need access to a good attorney. But there’s a lot to think about when hiring the services of a lawyer, especially if you’ve never retained one […]

Should I Hire A Lawyer?

Do I need to hire a lawyer? That’s a question no one really ever wants to ask themselves. In general, it probably means something is wrong. But how you answer is hugely important.

Reasons You Should Hire An Attorney After An Auto Accident

After a car accident, the insurance company has attorneys looking out for their best interest. You too should hire an attorney to look out for you!