Learning Your Way Around A Courtroom

Posted on: 16 August 2016
Oktoberfest, a beer-drinking festival traditionally celebrated in the fall in Germany, is nowadays celebrated by millions of people in the U.S. Given that alcohol is part and parcel of Oktoberfest festivities, attendees can easily get stopped for driving under the influence on their way home after the party. If you are planning to attend Oktoberfest, take these precautions so that you don't drink and drive: Have a Designated Driver Oktoberfest may be a beer-themed festival, but it's not just about drinking alcohol; there are other activities you can enjoy.
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Posted on: 2 August 2016
Drink spiking, where someone adulterates your nonalcoholic drink with alcohol, can lead to charges of driving under the influence (DUI). You may be a victim of drink spiking by those who wish to steal from you, assault you, or prank you. At first, you may not even realize you are drunk; you may only realize it when you get stopped for erratic driving and failing the sobriety tests. With that in mind, take these precautions the next time you are at a party where alcohol is being served, and you are drinking a nonalcoholic beverage:
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Posted on: 19 May 2016
There is a vehicle accident somewhere in the world every 60 seconds, according to the National Highway Traffic Administration. Knowing this, there is a good chance you or someone you know may end up in a car accident at some point or another in your lifetime. There is often a lot of commotion going on at the scene of a car accident, but you want to make sure that the details of the car accident do not get overshadowed.
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Posted on: 17 May 2016
Life is all about learning from your mistakes. If you made a poor choice and got behind the wheel while under the influence, you should take responsibility for your actions. However, this does not mean you have to settle for an overly harsh or unjust sentence. If you are guilty of a DUI, make sure you have an attorney on your side. What's At Stake? There is a somewhat common misconception that jail sentences and expensive fines are reserved for those convicted of a DUI where injuries are present or for a repeat offense.
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