Past posts on this blog touched upon the fact that your measured blood-alcohol content may not necessarily be an actual reflection of your level of intoxication. Like most people in California, you may assume that having a breath test with results greater than .08...
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Possible penalties for DUI in California
A conviction for driving under the influence in California can result in a license suspension, fines and even possible jail time. The state has established minimum sentences for DUI based on the factors of the case. Review the potential penalties for a California DUI...
What is the problem with insider trading?
Dealing with the world of trading can often feel overwhelming at first. There are the laws that guide the entire affair, and there are unwritten rules that people follow, too. One of the most important is to avoid insider trading. Maybe you have heard of the term...
Surgeon’s insurance fraud conviction results in probation
When patients complain that a physician performed an unnecessary procedure, an insurance provider may suspect fraud. The company may investigate, and based on the results, refer a doctor to law enforcement officials. As described by the Insurance Information...
How can anger management benefit you?
If you struggle with anger, you may have difficulty controlling yourself in situations that frustrate you. WebMD describes the anger that requires management to be more than simply feeling upset. It is when you cannot express the emotion appropriately. If you struggle...
The impact of false assault allegations
Whether you find yourself in the middle of an assault case centered around an incident in which you were trying to defend yourself or assault charges have surfaced involving a former friend, partner or family member, you must understand the potential consequences of...
What is the penalty for theft?
Theft refers to the unauthorized taking of property. Obviously, this is just a broad definition. It is very difficult to understand possible consequences without knowing several details of your theft charges. To start, you have to look in the right jurisdiction. In...
3 potential reasons for dismissal of a DUI charge
In California, even a first-time DUI conviction may carry steep penalties, including expensive fines, time in jail and suspension of your license. Having a DUI on your record may also pose personal and professional obstacles, including higher insurance rates, loss of...
Explaining California’s castle doctrine
If an intruder breaks into your house in California and you use deadly force to incapacitate him or her, do you know how does the law protects you, if at all? While most people have a vague notion that self-defense laws exist, few may have a thorough knowledge of...
Simple mistake or tax evasion?
In all likelihood, nothing causes your stomach to drop like receiving an envelope showing an IRS return address. Before you panic, however, FindLaw explains that the IRS does not prosecute you for mere mistakes, such as an alleged arithmetic error on your tax return....


