How to Prepare for a Career in Law Enforcement

Law enforcement is one of the most exciting, important, and demanding fields. A lot of young people see the glamour of a law enforcement career, but fail to understand the amount of preparation that is needed. They might spend their time looking through a catalog admiring the Blackhawk tactical gear and the amazing Surefire flashlights, and dream of James Bond type adventures.

Fiancee Visa - The Key Point Of Foreign Marriage

A citizen of a foreign country who would like to come to the United States to marry an American citizen and reside in the U.S. will have to obtain a K-1 visa. The K-1 visa is American Visa which can identity your status in American.

Pedestrian Searches

A citizen was walking down the street, was stop by the police, but wondered why he had to be subjected to a search?

Can The Police In One City Chase A Vehicle Into Another City Or Different Jurisdiction?

Example: Can the Chicago police chase you and your vehicle to lets say, St. Louis, Missouri?

Your Chances Of Being Sued Are Now 1 In 4

How America has become an increasingly litigious society, and what you can do to protect yourself from a financially ruinous lawsuit.

If Arrested, How to Survive Safely in Jail Until You're Released

If by chance you're arrested, how to survive safely in jail until your release. Things to do and not do around other prisoners.

What You Should Know About Child Custody Laws

Child custody laws vary from state to state. However, when looking into child custody laws, there are some general laws that apply. It is important that when dealing with a custody case, you have a full understanding of how the different laws will affect your individual case.

Employment Law - Error in Law By Tribunal - Number of Hours Worked

The case of McLean v Rainbow Homeloans Ltd [2006], involved an employee who was employed as a mortgage advisor. He had commenced employment on 14 April 2004, and had had his employment terminated on 1 April 2005.

Employment Law - Discrimination - Disability Discrimination - Duty to Make Reasonable Adjustments

The recent case of McHugh v NCH Scotland [2006], concerned an allegation of disability discrimination. The employee commenced employment as a project manager for the employer, a children's charity, in 1997. In 2001, she was certified unfit to work on the grounds of depression.

Should Criminal Trials Have a Lay Jury?

The whole question as to whether criminal trials should be decided upon via a layman jury has come to the fore once again. A case in the U.K. where a young boy died with five times the normal levels of salt in his blood has highlighted a difficult problem.

Anticipatory Bail

Anticipatory bail is a direction to release a person on bail, issued even before the person is arrested.

Rhode Island Will, Trusts, Estate Planning and Probate Law - FAQS by an Experienced RI Attorney

Rhode Island Will, Trusts and Probate law-Frequently Asked Questions prepared by a Rhode Island attorney. This article answers the following questions? Do I need a Will? What is intestate? Can I avoid probate if I have a will? If I die with minor children, who will handle my money for them? Can I appoint the same person as executor, trustee and guardian? How can I avoid the probate process? What is a trust? What other benefits are there for creating a trust?

What's the Differences Between a City Police Officer and a Sheriff? What are Their Powers?

What powers do a criminal sheriff has? How do they differ from a city police officer?

Rhode Island Divorce Lawyer - Overtime May Affect Your Rhode Island Child Support

Do you know how your overtime affects your Rhode Island Child Support obligations? It's something you need to know. Discover the answer and other important child support information in this article by a Rhode Island attorney

Medical Bills - Another Perspective

I am an open heart surgery survivor. That by itself makes me a lucky man. However couple that with the fact the entire procedure from beginning to hospital discharge cost me only $125.00 and you can reasonably call me lucky again.