Moving On From A DWI: Expungement Basics

Getting arrested for a driving while intoxicated (DWI) offense is undoubtedly one of the most traumatic experiences you can undergo as a motorist. It does not matter if you were driving alone and no one was injured, the DWI on your driving record can have negative effects in many areas of your life. However, do not despair if you are contending with the consequences of a DWI arrest. With patience and the help of a good  DWI attorney, you can apply to get a DWI expunged, or you can take steps to lessen the effects of the charge on your life. [Read More]

Seeking To End Your Brief Military Marriage? Is Divorce Or Annulment The Best Option?

If you've come to the conclusion that your recent marriage to an enlisted officer won't (or shouldn't) stand the test of time, you may be wondering how to proceed -- especially if your marriage coincided with an intrastate (or even international) move. Is having your new marriage annulled a viable option, or will you need to proceed to divorce court? Where should you file for divorce if you've not yet established residency in your new location? [Read More]

Workers Compensation: What Are You Worth? Depends Where You Live

Can you put a cash value on the worth of your arm? How about your leg? Maybe one or both eyes? You may shudder to think of having to attach a monetary value to one of your body parts, but that is exactly what workers compensation laws must do in order to rightly award settlements in disputed cases. Taking the shudder sensation a bit farther, did you know that your body parts are worth different amounts of money in different states? [Read More]

Shoplifting And Prosecution Diversion Programs In Arizona: What You Need To Know

Shoplifting is a serious problem in the United States. The country's largest supermarket chain Wal-Mart estimated annual losses of $3 billion as a result of this type of theft, so it's unsurprising that most retailers are keen to prosecute everyone caught in the act. Shoplifting in Arizona carries a variety of penalties, but if you want to avoid a criminal record, you may want your attorney to help you take advantage of a prosecution diversion program. [Read More]