Statistics from recent years have shown that the divorce rate in the United States continues to trend downward. In the 1970s, states began to implement no-fault divorce laws, and there was a quick rise in divorce cases over the next decade. But, there’s been a general...
Marriage is a happy phase in many people's lives. However, several factors can lead to the marriage ending, and being unfaithful is one of them. Trust is vital in a healthy marriage. Infidelity breaks trust and causes significant emotional pain. When one can't trust...
Maybe you’ve noticed, but there’s been a disturbing rise in the number of self-checkout lanes popping up in stores all over – especially in department stores like Wal-Mart or grocery chains. Some customers don’t mind them – or even prefer them when they only have one...
Those arrested for violating a state-level controlled substance law often feel confused by the legal terms they hear in their case. After all, controlled substances include many different drugs and ingredients. You could trust the justice system to treat you fairly...
This time of year, you can bet that employees and security guards in stores of all kinds are on the lookout for shoplifters. With shelves and racks stocked for the holidays, it can be tempting for someone to pocket a small item or stuff a larger one in a bag or under...
A motion to suppress is filed to exclude specific evidence from a trial. If evidence is suppressed, it will not come up at any point of the trial, and it can significantly affect the outcome of your case. There are several reasons a court can suppress evidence in a...
Having a criminal record is not something you can just shrug off and ignore. It is bound to rear its ugly head in certain aspects of your life from time to time. You may find it hard to secure employment, housing or higher education opportunities simply because of...
Marriage can be one of the greatest moments in someone's life. The legal binding of two people, to spend the rest of their life together, can be a magical moment. However, some marriages, no matter how well two people seemed to fit each other, can end in a divorce....
When you ask divorce experts what things are most commonly cited, they will tell you that money comes up in many divorce proceedings. Couples have financial issues that simply make it too difficult to stay in a relationship. But this situation – a conflict for...
Going out for a fun night with friends is something everyone deserves from time to time. Having a few drinks and then heading home may not be unusual for you. However, a few factors may lead to you being more intoxicated than you realize – or you are used to....
