Many high school students and college students find themselves facing criminal charges. These could be relatively minor charges, such as being a minor in possession of alcohol. But they could also be very significant, and you may worry that your child’s future is in...
Defending yourself in a criminal case requires a thorough understanding of the available legal defenses. One such defense is entrapment, which argues that you were coerced or induced by law enforcement to engage in a crime you otherwise would not have committed. While...
On the whole, divorce rates have been declining in recent years. However, there is one exception to this- gray divorces. Gray divorce involves couples over the age of 50. These are couples that may be at the end of their careers and have completed their parental...
When teens commit crimes, their parents are sometimes perplexed as to why they would make such a decision. Parents may understand some of the common root causes. A teen who was trying to impress their peers may be more likely to drink before they’re legally old enough...
There's nothing like a drink after a long day or week on the job. Plenty of hard-working blue-collar professionals stop off for an occasional drink after work. They may also enjoy social drinking with friends and family on the weekends. Sometimes, people underestimate...
When facing a drug possession case, a defendant may face a harsh sentence depending on a few facts. Some of these factors include the quantity of drugs in possession, the intent of the drugs and the suspect’s criminal history. The classification of the illegal...
In the beginning, marriage can be very exciting. Couples often feel like they are on cloud nine on their wedding day and in the immediate months after. Nonetheless, married life isn’t always plain sailing, and conflict can arise. All couples have their ups and downs,...
Whenever our children get into trouble, we feel like we fail as parents. That simply is not true. Even when we try to instill good values, other external forces are at play, such as peer pressure or a need to prove their independence through rebellion. Usually, these...
While alcohol may not be the best discussion during dinner, it can be necessary for parents to have this conversation with their kids, especially when they are under 21. In addition to talking about the health effects of alcohol, your child should know the legal...
Many parents instinctively reach for a “tough love” solution when their teens are charged with drug crimes. They believe allowing them to face penalties will ensure they learn from their errors. But when it could lead to a possible drug conviction, this approach can...
