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       Jun 20, 2013

Ace Hardware Facing Class-Action Lawsuit Over Franchise Business Law Violations
A case filed against national chain Ace Hardware in Springfield, Virginia could be the trigger for a class-action business law violation lawsuit.
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$10M Lawsuit Filed in Triple Fatality Knoxville Drunk Driving Accident
The families of three people killed in a hit-and-run drunk driving accident in Northeast Knoxville are filing civil lawsuits against 22-year-old Curtis Scott Harper.
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Tower Car Wash Settles Workers' Compensation Claim for $500,000
Tower Car Wash, a San Francisco, CA-based car wash company, has agreed to a workers' compensation settlement with the city. Back in August 2011, San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera and La Raza Centro Legal, an immigrant legal support group, had teamed up to file suit against Tower Car Wash, seeking $3 million in unpaid wages, interest and penalties.
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What is an Appeal?
An Appeal is the bringing of a case to a higher court. An appellate court is a court that hears cases on appeal from another court. Depending on the particular legal rules that apply to each circumstance, a party to a court case who is unhappy with the result might be able to challenge that result in an appellate court on specific grounds. These grounds typically could include errors of law, fact, or procedure (in the United States, due process)...
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What are Miranda Rights?
Miranda Rights state that confessions are inadmissible in a criminal prosecution if the police do not advise the suspect in ...
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What does OUI stand for?
An acronym for operating under the influence, used in only three states, Maine, Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The "operating" distinction encompasses more than just driving the vehicle...
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Probate Court is what?
The court that handles conservatorships, guardianships, wills, estates, and commitment of mentally ill persons. The court also has jurisdiction over matters involving minors, usually through a juvenile division...
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Does Drowsey Driving exist?
Sleep deprived driving is the operation of a motor vehicle while being cognitively impaired by a lack of sleep. Sleep deprivation is a major cause of motor vehicle accidents, and it can impair the human brain as much as alcohol can
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What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer Help With?

Some injury lawyers help people with catastrophic injuries. Injury lawyers that are experienced in representing catastrophic injuries include things such as brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, eye injuries, neurological disorders, severe burns, accidental amputation, and multiple fractures. Victims of catastrophic injuries may suffer from a loss of movement or sensation. They may lose their ability to communicate or have impaired cognitive abilities. The catastrophic injury may adversely impact the victim's respiration or circulation. Other body systems such as the gastrointestinal system and the urinary system may also be negatively affected by these injuries.

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Catastrophic Injuries

Managing catastrophic injuries can be complicated and require the assistance of a multitude of healthcare professionals. Victims may require the services of healthcare professionals such as physicians, nurses, counselors, and therapists. The long-term costs of services such as these can be astronomical, and most victims are not financially prepared to meet these expenses. A catastrophic injuries attorney can help victims ensure they receive the monetary damages they deserve.

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Criminal Defense Lawyer Explained

To better understand the importance of criminal defense and its vital role in the criminal justice system, a criminal defense overview may be helpful. According to the 5th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, "...it is unlawful for an individual to be deprived of life, liberty or property without due process of law...." The 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution further emphasizes this point, and adds that states cannot "deny any person within its jurisdiction the equal protection of the laws." 

Classifications of Crimes

Violations of the law are classified into one of two categories: misdemeanor or felony. These crimes are further categorized into level or degrees based on the severity of the offense. The level or degree of the crime may vary by jurisdiction. Felony offenses will be classified as Class 1 through Class 6, and misdemeanor offenses will be classified as Class 1 through Class 4. Class 1 offenses are the most severe and carry the harshest penalties. For example, a Class 1 felony offense carries with it the punishment of life imprisonment, fines up to $100,000, or death... Read More >

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