If you have been charged with a crime, the impact may be catastrophic, and it may seem like severe penalties, from jail time to fines and losing your rights, are unavoidable. However, a skilled Atlanta, Georgia criminal defense lawyer can be on your side and…
Many people conflate the terms “homicide,” “murder,” and “manslaughter,” and it is vital to understand the differences in what these terms define. The term “homicide” is a broad legal term that applies to any killing of another person, and “murder” and “manslaughter” refer to different…
The Personal Side of Defense Law Defense law is a very personal situation that pairs a client and lawyer in a passionate fight for justice. Read the musings of a seasoned criminal defense lawyer for a year in his life helping everyday people. Introduction What…
This article explains the court’s contempt authority, outlines the important areas in the law of contempt (specifically, criminal contempt) and offers strategies for a lawyer defending against a criminal contempt citation. BY LAWRENCE J. ZIMMERMAN “Contempt! How Not to Get Thrown in Jail” was first…
How to Hire a Lawyer Hiring a lawyer is usually done because something important is at stake. People rarely understand how to find the best attorney for their situation. This article provides you with things you need to know before you contact a lawyer and…
Fourth Amendment Ruling on Warrantless Search In a stunning 8-1 ruling last week, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a warrantless search in the case of Collins v. Virginia involving a police officer who entered a defendant’s property to examine a motorcycle concealed under a…
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