If someone has filed charges against you, whether it’s an individual or the state, they have to prove that you actually did what they’re accusing you of. This is referred to as burden of proof. As we mentioned in our last post, the burden of proof is the responsibility of proving one’s claim or charge in a court of law.…Read More
If you’re involved in a legal case, whether you’ve filed charges or charges have been filed against you, you’ll likely hear the term “burden of proof”. Essentially, burden of proof is the requirement for winning a case. For example, if you are facing criminal charges, the prosecution has the burden of proving that you committed a crime. A person is…Read More
Going through a divorce is often a long, emotional journey. You and your soon-to-be ex-spouse will have to come to terms on just about every part of your life. When everything has been settled, a divorce decree is signed and dated. This is a court document that provides the details of your divorce including cause, property division, child custody, child…Read More
No one likes to be accused of doing something they didn’t do. When those accusations result in legal action, things quickly escalate from frustrating to frightening. This is especially true in cases revolving around physical or sexual abuse. Even if you win the case, the initial allegations can ruin your reputation and relationships. If you lose the case, your life…Read More
A person is generally capable of updating their will until their death. Sometimes, however, extenuating circumstances can arise that affect their ability to make sound judgements. In cases such as these, a person may have to take action in protecting their own will from themselves. One of the most common examples of this is when a person is diagnosed with…Read More
You may have seen a movie or a show where a main character boldly declares that they’re dismissing their attorney and choosing to represent themselves. While this can make for some dynamic entertainment, it can be a very risky move in the real world. You are technically free to represent yourself in a court, should you choose to. The only…Read More
f you’re a parent who finds themselves in an unfulfilling and/or unhealthy marriage, you have a difficult decision to make. As any good parent, you want what’s best for your child. Staying together with their other parent might seem like the best way to accomplish that. But is it? Divorce is hard for children of all ages. But is better…Read More
If you’ve ever heard someone being read their Miranda Rights, you should be familiar with this phrase: You have the right to an attorney. If you cannot afford an attorney, one will be provided for you. That might have left you wondering why someone would pay for an attorney when they could have one for free. The truth is, it’s…Read More
Your home should be one of the safest places available to you where you can relax and spend time with those you love. For those who find themselves in domestic abuse situations, however, your home can be a very dangerous place. Even worse, the person responsible for that danger is someone who claims they love you. For those who are…Read More
Nobody wants to get injured. It results in pain, loss of time, and may even lead to permanent issues you have to live with. Still, accidents can happen, and when they do, it’s important that you’re properly taken care of. When someone causes personal injury to you, you may assume that their insurance will take care of the cost, and…Read More