Driving While Caffeinated: What To Do When Downing Starbucks Nets You A DUI

Posted on 29 December 2016

People have been arrested for some pretty strange reasons, but getting a DUI for driving while caffeinated possibly tops the list. However, a California man is currently battling the state because police slapped him with a DUI after pulling him for driving erratically, even though breathalyzer and chemical tests showed he wasn't under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The only chemical in his system was caffeine. Depending on how the law is worded and other factors, it may be possible for prosecutor to get this charge to stick. [Read More]

Ways Your Attorney Can Beat a DUI

Posted on 9 November 2016

If you've recently been charged with a DUI, you may feel as though your options are limited, particularly if you failed a number of tests. In some situations, defendants are adamant that they weren't intoxicated; they just don't know how to prove it. With the right attorney on your side, and under the right conditions, there are a number of situations in which your DUI charge can be thrown out. Here's what you need to know about how the law can work in your favor. [Read More]

Moving On From A DWI: Expungement Basics

Posted on 15 August 2016

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?

Posted on 12 July 2016

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]

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We all make bad decisions from time to time. Unfortunately, some of those bad decisions can land us in trouble with the law. Do you know when to call a lawyer to help you? I have had the unfortunate experience of helping my brother out of several legal jams over the years. Having gone through everything that I have, I have learned quite a bit about what needs to be done from the minute that he is arrested. I know when to call the lawyer and what to expect from the lawyer when he or she arrives. I have put together this site to help others that experience the same legal difficulties get through it easier.