Maybe you forgot your spouse's birthday, and the situation turned into a major screaming fight. Perhaps you both had too much to drink, and your neighbors became concerned. Arguments that sound too aggressive or fights that involve property damage could result in...
Criminal Defense
Mending your reputation after a criminal charge or conviction
If you have been charged with or convicted of a criminal offense in California, your number one priority may not be repairing your reputation. Still, there may come a time when you want to put the past behind you and resume your life and career. That’s not always...
2 penalties outside of court for domestic violence charges
Domestic violence charges in California can lead to jail time, probation and fines. The police can respond to reports of an argument at your house and make the decision to arrest you and charge you with a crime even if the other people present don't make any...
Could you get in trouble for throwing out your neighbor’s mail?
It happens once in a while: Your neighbor’s mail ends up in your mailbox. It may be because one piece of mail got stuck to another one or because the postal worker wasn’t paying close attention, but whatever the cause, you should intend to return that mail to sender....
When should you invoke your Miranda rights?
Being stopped by the police is a nerve-wracking experience, but it’s still one time when you really need to ensure that you’re thinking clearly. One thing that you should always do is remember that you have specific rights that you can invoke. The United States...
What happens following an arrest?
If you are accused of committing a crime, even one that you don’t think is serious, it’s still important to do everything you can to defend yourself. Something like accusations of driving under the influence or stealing from your employer could result in your...
Expert witnesses can make or break your violent crime defense
Like other states, California takes a severe approach to allegations of involvement in violent crimes. From assault to murder, prosecutors aggressively pursue a conviction in these types of cases. In defending your rights and freedom, criminal defense attorneys may...
Keep an addiction from ending your pharmacy career
Pharmacists work with controlled substances all day at work. This gives them a much better understanding than the general public has about the dangers that different drugs pose. However, understanding addiction in theory doesn't make someone less susceptible to it....
What can happen if a mandatory reporter fails to notify authorities of child abuse or neglect?
People in a number of professions are considered “mandatory reporters.” That means they have a legal obligation to report knowledge or reasonable suspicion that a child is or has been abused or neglected to the proper authorities. Failure to do so is a misdemeanor...
Prescription drug crimes can lead to harsh consequences in California
The unauthorized writing, forging or altering of a drug prescription is unlawful in all areas of the nation. Ever since the opioid epidemic began, drug enforcement efforts often focus on keeping illegal prescriptions off the streets. Often, doctors, nurses and...
