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It is common for those facing legal issues to panic. They don't know much about the criminal justice system and worry about the worst possible outcome of their criminal charges. Some people make the mistake of quickly pleading guilty in the hopes of avoiding a trial...
Taking a job as an independent contractor may not seem like an issue initially. Many people are eager to secure new opportunities, even if they are not direct employees. The misclassification of workers as independent contractors has become a somewhat common business...
Some people in Washington have an inaccurate idea about what constitutes assault. They may assume that assault charges are possible in scenarios where one person causes physical injuries to another. Therefore, if a confrontation or other altercation does not result in...
People who are facing criminal charges in the United States know that incarceration is one of the possible sentences they will face in the event of a conviction. Placing someone in prison doesn’t allow them to benefit from rehabilitation opportunities, and some...
Washington state criminalizes most acts of intentional interpersonal violence. Someone who gets into a fistfight at a bar, concert or party could face arrest and prosecution. Those who injure others or even cause imminent fear of bodily harm sometimes face assault...
In criminal justice, the sentencing phase is a critical point where various factors determine the appropriate penalty for a convicted individual. This phase, often filled with complexities, aims to balance the scales of justice by considering many elements. Sentencing...
Although there are numerous federal and state laws that help protect workers, only those who understand the statutes can fully utilize the protections that they afford. For example, most workers understand certain basic protections, like the idea that they deserve...
In any criminal trial, the stakes are high – and that’s one of the reasons you have an absolute right to testify on your own behalf. However, you also have an absolute right not to take the stand, and no negative inference can be drawn if you make the decision not to...
An individual's civil rights help to protect them from overreaches by the state, including law enforcement officers like the police. Personal liberties, as outlined in the Constitution, can play a major role in how someone protects themselves and their loved ones...
Substance abuse disorders, also known as chemical dependence or addiction, are among the most common and wide-reaching mental health issues in the United States. Million of adults struggle with addiction and the compulsive use of certain substances. From opioid pain...