Probation may prove a viable alternative to serving jail time when convicted of a crime. While you remain out of jail, you still have to follow the terms and conditions set by the court. If you do not, you may face further charges. If you violate the terms of your...
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Can you get injured from dooring?
Cyclists often have more to worry about when they hit the road than almost anyone else. Their vehicles have the least amount of protection and leave the most room for potential injuries. Dooring is one source of these injuries. But just what is it and how does it...
3 reasons you might consider a mediated divorce
If you and your spouse are facing divorce, you may be dreading a long, stressful legal battle that will take a financial and emotional toll on both you and your children. However, going to court is not your only option. Mediation is an alternative approach to divorce...
Getting ready for child support during your divorce
If you are bringing your marriage to an end, you need to take a close look at child support if you expect to owe payments. It is vital to go over the various factors that courts evaluate when awarding child support. Additionally, you need to understand the serious...
How should you talk to your kids about divorce?
One of the hardest aspects of getting divorced is talking to your kids about the matter. Even when it is in their best interest, children are bound to feel sad and confused about the prospect of their parents splitting up. That is why you must approach the topic as...
3 types of headaches after a brain injury
It is common to have headaches immediately after a traumatic brain injury. Different types of headaches are possible that can range in severity. According to the Model Systems Knowledge Translation Center, persistent headaches affect over 30% of people with moderate...
Will nesting work for your family?
As parents going through divorce, you likely wonder what sort of living arrangement you should set up in the meantime. Perhaps you want to co-parent together, but you currently do not feel you have it in you to live in the same home with your co-parent. In these...
Can you turn down a breath analysis test?
When an officer requests a driver to take a form of sobriety test, such as a breath analysis test, the driver may feel like they have a right to refuse. On the contrary, due to implied consent laws, a driver must actually take these tests when an officer administers...
Understanding false fraud accusations
Fraud is continuing to grow in the modern age, both in volume and in technique. According to Federal Trade Commission reports, Americans lost $148 million to gift card fraud over 2021's first nine months. This amount does not even factor in credit card fraud, which...
Understanding the prevalence of drowsy driving
Whether you suffer a broken bone, mental trauma or face financial hardships because you cannot work or have medical costs to deal with, traffic accident injuries could lead to a wide variety of hardships. It is essential for you to understand the various reasons why...