As a person continues driving to their destination, a vehicle near them that swerves all over the road and fails to stop at a light can cause them a large amount of stress. Drowsy driving can often lead someone to slam into a car or other vehicle. When a collision...
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What is a secured credit card?
Filing for bankruptcy can be a great relief. However, even if the financial pressure is off, there is still the future to contend with. Most persons that file bankruptcy have an interest in improving their credit scores as soon as possible. While it will take several...
Is eyewitness testimony reliable?
When building a criminal case, police officers and prosecutors often rely on eyewitness testimony to prove the guilt of a crime. Over the last few decades, scientists and researchers have come to believe that eyewitness testimony may not be as accurate as previously...
How can you obtain a credit card following bankruptcy?
After filing for bankruptcy, your credit score will lower and you might find it difficult to obtain a credit card. Over time, the impact of bankruptcy on your credit report will lessen, but in the meantime, there are ways you can work your way up to a new credit card....
What are the degrees of burn injury severity?
Suffering from a burn injury often requires immediate medical attention, but other burns may be treatable at home. Knowing the difference between burn injury severity can help you determine what sort of treatment you may need for your own burn. First degree burns...
How does California law classify controlled substances?
Like all states, California schedules controlled substances based on multiple factors, including the level of addictiveness. When making judgments in drug cases, the court considers the type of drug, the amount in possession and the person's history of offenses. Five...
Is a debt collector pulling the wool over your eyes?
When dealing with debt collectors, it is important to know your rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA). This preserves your rights to avoid debt collector harassment, as well as the lesser-known issue of debt collector manipulation through the use...
When do officers have to read you your rights?
The U.S. Constitution affords some valuable rights to those who police officers believe may have committed a crime. Among others, these rights include your basic right not to incriminate yourself. This means you do not have to voluntarily give officers information...
How does the pretrial stage work in federal investigations?
Many California residents feel uneasy upon finding out they are the subject of a federal investigation, and with good reason. Federal crimes often bring with them lofty penalties, and if the allegation against you leads to a conviction, you may face jail time, steep...
California among top 3 states for road rage
Road rage often contributes to roadway crashes, and California sees more than its fair share of aggressive drivers. In fact, California is among the worst states in the nation for road rage, which occurs when a motorist experiences anger and exhibits aggression in an...