Why You Should Always Be Honest with Your Lawyer
When you’ve been accused of a crime, it’s hard to know who to trust. You might feel tempted to hold information back or outright lie about your involvement. Keep in mind that your lawyer is on your side and is bound by attorney-client privilege.…
Handling a False Criminal Charge Due to Being in the Wrong Place at the Wrong Time
If you have been charged with a crime or accused of a criminal act and you’re innocent, you might not even know where to begin planning your defense. A criminal defense attorney typically has years, if not decades, of experience assisting clients who were…
Understanding the Steps of a Criminal Case
You may have seen the steps of a criminal case play out on television, but criminal cases look much different in real life. If you are accused of a crime, it is important to understand the steps in a criminal case and what you…
Tips for Dealing with the Stress of a Pending Criminal Case
A pending criminal case can wreak havoc on your mental well-being. Trials are extremely stressful, and it’s common for defendants to feel anxious, overwhelmed, and even panicked as their court date approaches. If you're facing a criminal trial, it's important to do everything you…
What You Need to Know About Job Hunting with a Criminal Record
A criminal record can affect your ability to obtain or keep a job. Depending upon the type and the severity of the charge, you may be permanently prohibited from working in certain professions or with certain demographics. Even if you conceal your criminal history…
What Happens if You Accidentally Shoplift at Self-Checkout?
It could happen to anyone: You’re at the self-checkout in the grocery store scanning your items, and you’re distracted by something. Your kids, your cell phone ringing, another customer asking you to move your cart—and you absentmindedly forget to scan something before putting it…