Some actions violate both state law and federal law. That means it’s possible to try a defendant in both state court and federal court for the same offense if prosecutors choose to do so. Typically, federal prosecutors won’t use their resources to try someone if...
Year: 2021
Is walking home from the bar the safest choice after some drinks?
Maybe you went out to celebrate a friend's promotion after work, or perhaps someone unexpectedly bought you an extra drink while you were at the bar. You feel tipsy enough that you know it isn't safe to drive. If you are only a few blocks or a mile from your home,...
3 times the cops can enter your home without consent or a warrant
The Fourth Amendment to the Constitution protects people in the United States from unreasonable searches. The police can't just go into a random person's home or vehicle to look for a way to accuse them of a crime. Typically, police officers either need enough...
How long to file a personal injury claim in New Orleans?
When you are involved in a car accident, you need to act fast – especially if you have sustained an injury. You need to seek immediate medical attention even if your injuries do not appear serious. The police, too, need to visit the accident scene and write a report....
What should people know about Louisiana insurance after a crash?
Every day, people in Louisiana get into car crashes that damage their vehicles or even injure someone. After a wreck, those with property damage or medical costs will usually need to file an insurance claim. The driver who causes the crash according to the police...
Spinal cord injuries come with complex challenges
When spinal cord injuries are mentioned, most people immediately think about paralysis. While that’s one of the more devastating consequences that can occur with this type of injury, there are many others that might also happen. One of these is a lack of sensation...
Should you refuse a breathalyzer test?
If law enforcement officers stopped you on suspicion of driving while intoxicated (DWI), then they likely asked you to perform a chemical breath test, commonly known as a breathalyzer test. The fact that the police officer who stopped you asked you to perform this...
Why a plea deal may not be a good deal
The courts like to use plea deals for many reasons, such as cutting back on the amount of cases they have to schedule and getting results without a trial. Essentially, you’ll be told that you can plead guilty to a lesser charge in order to have the greater charge...
When must the police tell you about your right to remain silent?
In the movies, police officers tend to start reciting a person’s Miranda Rights as they arrest them. While putting on the handcuffs, an officer will say that the person has a right to remain silent and that anything they say can be used against them in court. In real...
Why do drivers crash into motorcyclists?
While vehicle collisions can involve to all sorts of road users, motorcyclists tend to come off worse than most. On a motorcycle, you have little to protect you in a crash. You could say the same for cyclists and pedestrians. Yet, the increased speed of a motorcycle...