November 2012

How to Handle Sexual Harassment in the Workplace

November 21, 2012

What is Sexual Harassment? Sexual harassment can make work uncomfortable for victims. It can happen to anyone, whether male or female, and it is very common. Sexual harassment can range from bothersome comments and advances to physical touching or intimidation, or pressure to go on dates or perform sexual acts, any of which can create […]

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Learn About Tax Evasion Crimes

November 20, 2012

It is the duty of every citizen to pay their taxes on time every year. Paying taxes is necessary for all and failing to do so can have serious consequences. When an individual uses illegal means to avoid paying taxes, it is considered to be a crime that is known as tax evasion. Any attempt […]

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How Does a Tax Lawyer Help You

November 20, 2012

When tax payers face problems with the state department of revenue or the Internal Revenue Service, they may solve it themselves. However, since United States tax law is extremely complex, it is important to hire a lawyer when dealing with such complex legal issues. Because of the intricacies of tax law, it may be difficult […]

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Does Megan’s Law Deter or Encourage Sex Crimes?

November 20, 2012

Megan’s Law, passed in 1996, is a system that authorizes law enforcement agencies to notify the public about sex offenders who live in their community. The law was created when seven-year-old Megan Kanka was raped and killed by a known child molester who moved across the street from her family. The law was designed with […]

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Drink Driving – What is the Limit?

November 20, 2012

A fairly well know fact is that the UK’s drink drive limit is 80 mg of alcohol per 100 ml of blood (also known as BAC), 35 microgrammes of alcohol per 100 millilitres of breath or 107 microgrammes of alcohol per 100 millilitres of urine.  But what does this mean in the real-world? 5 shots of Vodka? 1 […]

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Wrongfully Accused: 5 Inmates Found Innocent While Behind Bars

November 19, 2012

The American prison system is full of inmates who have been wrongfully imprisoned. This includes people who have been accused of all kinds of crimes from nonviolent drug offenses to murder. Many of these people are finally freed after new confessions are made or after new DNA evidence clears their names. The following sections look […]

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What Does a Criminal Defense Lawyer Do

November 19, 2012

Are you charged with a criminal case? Facing criminal charges may have serious consequences and this is something that you must not take lightly. Hiring a criminal defense lawyer is absolutely important when you are faced with such a situation. If you are wondering how the criminal defense lawyer would help you, you would need […]

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Arizona Moms Claim Marijuana Makes them Better Parents

November 19, 2012

“Arizona Moms for Marijuana” is a new controversial organization in Phoenix that aims to educate people on aspects of the drug that members are claiming can actually make people better parents. Chapter leader Victoria Nunez is the mother of a 22-month-old girl, and has put her marijuana-smoking habit on hold since her child was born […]

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A DUI Lawyer Brings Clarity to an Uncertain Time

November 16, 2012

If you receive a DUI charge in Edmonton or another area of Canada, your world can turn upside down in an instant. Suddenly, those fun times you had at a party with friends seem like nothing more than a distant memory. You can’t go back and change what’s happened, but you can at least hire […]

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Drinking and Driving: Understanding Blood Alcohol Concentration Limits

November 15, 2012

(Guest post regarding criminal law in NSW Australia) Every driver and motorcyclist should know about the applicable blood alcohol limits that apply in their state or territory. In NSW Australia, there are three main blood alcohol limits to be aware of. A different limit will apply to you, depending on your licence and vehicle type. […]

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