The Defense Never Rests
False allegations of a crime is a nightmare scenario that can happen to anyone. The stress and fear that accompany such allegations can be overwhelming, but how you respond in those first moments can significantly impact the outcome of your case. Understanding your...
Facing criminal charges can feel isolating, especially when your professional reputation hangs in the balance. The uncertainty of legal proceedings combined with workplace dynamics creates a challenging situation. Taking the following proactive steps can help you...
A securities fraud charge is a big challenge. You may worry about your reputation, your career and your future. However, a charge does not automatically lead to a conviction. Prosecutors generally need to prove specific facts and the defense may challenge those facts...
A plea bargain involves a defendant pleading guilty in exchange for a benefit like reduced charges, fewer counts or a recommended lighter sentence. Due to its efficiency, plea bargaining is a common feature of the criminal justice system. Importantly, a plea bargain...
A traffic stop can feel stressful, even when you have done nothing wrong. Knowing your rights before it happens puts you in a better position to protect yourself. Your right to remain silent The Fifth Amendment gives you the right to stay silent during a traffic stop....
Your phone contains detailed personal information. Understanding Indiana law can help you know when police may take or search it. When police can take your phone Police may seize your phone during an investigation in certain situations. Taking the device does not...
Under normal circumstances, Indiana police require a warrant or your consent to search your car. Warrants are legal documents that judges issue to the police, authorizing them to investigate your vehicle legally. Without one, searching your effects without your...
Everyone wants to take advantage of tax savings. There are credits and deductions that can result in thousands in savings. Unfortunately, the forms are not always easy to follow and you may wonder if you are making the most of a tax saving strategy or crossing the...
A DNA sample is a permanent record of your biological identity. Once the state has it, they can use it to link you to past, present or future investigations. If you face criminal charges, you must know your rights. Learn when the law can force you to give DNA before...
Your employer generally has the right to hand your work device to police without a warrant. You likely treat your office laptop as a private space, storing personal emails or financial data alongside professional files. Discovering that your manager unlocked this...
