In many states, including Georgia, the implied consent law is an essential part of virtually every DUI arrest in Georgia. Yet, no one in any high school or college has ever been told the implied consent definition. It is…
If a person has been convicted of a crime, it could have an impact on whether or not that person is allowed to see his or her children. However, it is not a given that parental rights will be…
If you’re not a lawyer, chances are you’ve heard of contracts, but you’ve never heard of the “Parol Evidence Rule.” As a contract attorney Memphis, TN routinely trusts, we have seen many cases in which this legal rule applies,…
Laches is one of many defenses to a lawsuit. As a business litigation attorney Memphis, TN trusts with its important business matters, we often see this defense haphazardly thrown into Answers filed by Defendants. We sometimes lightheartedly refer to…
Insurance applications can be dangerous to your financial health. You buy insurance to protect you from the unknown and to give you peace of mind. If you aren’t careful in filling out the application, however, the insurance you thought…
There are significant differences in how civil cases and criminal cases are adjudicated. Civil suits are tort law cases where one private party is claiming they have been a victim of the neglect of another individual. This can be…
The pressure of being named as a loved one’s Executor can be overwhelming on its own; let alone the Court’s pressure to meet all the deadlines required by the Courts. An Executor/Executrix holds major authority in assuring that the…
Starting and running a business is no small feat. If you own a small business, you probably know how important it is to maintain compliance with labor laws. Equally important is staying up to date on developments in your…
Many times we work with clients who are facing serious traffic charges and have a lot of questions. One common question we field is concerning DUIs and DWIs. Clients want to know if there is a difference between them…
If you are not usually involved in the criminal legal system, you may have a general idea but not know exactly what a criminal defense lawyer does and, most importantly, how a Virginia criminal defense lawyer can help you.…