The recent developments in the Steven Avery case have been making headlines all over the country with the recent overturning of the conviction of Brendan Dassey. If there is one thing to learn from everything they’ve revealed about the investigation and interrogation that led to the original conviction, it’s just how important it is to have a lawyer before any interaction with the police.
The recent developments in the Steven Avery case have been making headlines all over the country with the recent overturning of the conviction of Brendan Dassey. If there is one thing to learn from everything they’ve revealed about the investigation and interrogation that led to the original conviction, it’s just how important it is to have a lawyer before any interaction with the police.
A half dozen states are enjoying legalized recreational marijuana for adults. Nearly half of the states overall have implemented medical marijuana laws.
You cannot be punished for a crime until you are convicted, and you are innocent until proven guilty. The law is clear. Or is it?
There is a persistent myth that white collar criminals do not go to prison for their crimes. This myth has frequently been applied to bankers who misused federal funds during the financial crisis or committed other fraud crimes.
We are living in the age of social media. People post and share a wide range of information via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and more. A recent article from WDSU news shows that law enforcement is getting in on the act in a unique way in order to track down alleged criminals and criminal activity.
The popular Netflix documentary series Making a Murderer details the saga of Steven Avery, a Wisconsin man who was wrongfully convicted of rape in the 1980s. In the 2000s, he was exonerated and released from prison after 18 years thanks to new DNA evidence, and then convicted of murder only a few years after his release.
As a Texas business owner, you are in a precarious position. You must work hard and innovate in order to rise above the competition, and you must do it while paying close attention to your legal obligations regarding taxes, employment matters and more.
Separate property is property that was obtained prior to marriage. Certain types of property acquired during the marriage, particularly inheritances and gifts, may also be considered separate property.
For people who work in corporate environments and for those who are regularly involved in high dollar transactions, falling into the crosshairs of a federal criminal investigation is surprisingly common.
