Rickards Secures $165,000 Auto Settlement
The large automobile injury settlement occurred after three years of litigation. The Law Office of Jordan B. Rickards has secured a $165,000 settlement, stemming from an automobile accident which occurred in December, 2013. The defendant driver had been drinking heavily in the twenty hours leading up to the accident, and…
Will You be Prosecuted for Acting in Self-Defense?
Most state laws give the benefit of the doubt to a person who has acted in self-defense. If someone breaks into your house, and you shoot that person out of fear of being harmed, then the court will generally rule in your favor. However, this does not mean that no…
Family Law 101: What is a Domestic Violence Injunction?
Domestic violence is all too common in the US. Statistics compiled by the National Coalition against Domestic Violence (NCAD) show that every year an average of one million individuals are abused by an intimate partner. Moreover, more than 20,000 phone calls are made every day to hotlines nationwide regarding domestic…
Understanding the 3 Phases of Drunk Driving
Most people think that driving after drinking will result in a DUI charge. This is not necessarily the case as you will be only charged when you operate a vehicle when your blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level is more than 0.08 percent. Police officers follow standard guidelines established by the…
When Can You Request an Emergency Child Custody Order?
Are you afraid that your ex-partner will take your children away and flee the country or hide? If so, you can seek an emergency custody order in court. You may want to contact a family attorney to ask that the judge issue an order that will prevent the other parent…
Is DUI a Felony or a Misdemeanor in the US?
Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of more than 0.08 can result in serious charges. Generally, a DUI is considered a misdemeanor. However, if the drunk driver causes an accident that results in the loss of property or life, it can become a…
What are the Elements of a Criminal Assault & Injury Case
The criminal process in the US begins when a person commits a crime by performing an illegal activity. Criminal assault and injury cases follow through a process of arrest, accusation, public trial, and defense plea. There is no one criminal court process in the country. Each state has its own…
Can You File Private Criminal Charges against Someone
A private criminal prosecution is a criminal proceeding that is filed by an individual or an organization rather than the public prosecutor that represents the state. In the past, private prosecutions were allowed in most states under common law. However, this is not the case today. Almost all criminal prosecutions…
Strict Liability and Personal Injury Cases
Personal injury laws relate to injuries that occur due to a wrongful act or negligence on the part of another. The case involves individuals seeking compensation privately as opposed to the government prosecuting the wrongdoer. Most of the personal injury cases are brought about by deliberate and intentional tort (Latin…
3 Main Benefits of Hiring a Child Custody Attorney
A child custody case can be emotionally taxing for both parents. This is especially the case when there is animosity between the parents. In such a scenario it can be difficult to keep calm and remember to explain everything that will have a positive impact on your case. Hiring a…
Family Law 101: Tips on Getting Full Custody of Your Child
If you belive that the life of your child would be in danger if the other parent is given joint custody of the child, then you should immediately get legal advice on how to get full custody of your child. You may also consider this option if you think that…
Why Should You Hire a Professional DUI Attorney?
Driving under the influence of alcohol is a serious crime in every state in the US. A person who drives while drunk poses a risk to others, so the penalties for drunk driving are severe. An individual who has been arrested and is charged for a DUI offense will have…
