Applying for Jobs with a Criminal Record: Know Your Rights
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Is It Possible To Refuse A DUI Test? What Happens If You Do?
When a police officer stops you for a suspected DUI, you can be subjected to taking a test at some point to determine whether or not you are truly intoxicated. Depending on the test, you can refuse to take it, but there can be some heavy consequences to doing so. Here is what you need to know about refusing to take a test. Can You Refuse to Take a Field Test?
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Three Keys To Establishing An Alibi In A Criminal Case
When you are accused of a crime, the key to your defense will be to show that that you didn't have motive, means, or opportunity to commit the crime. Poking holes in the police or prosecution's theories about any one of these key details should be enough to make a solid case for your defense. When you are trying to establish an alibi, the following three keys will help. Witnesses
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How To Help Your Lawyer Investigate Your Case For Workers Comp
If you are dealing with a case to get worker's compensation for an injury on the job, there are some things you can do to help your lawyer investigate, gather information and prepare for the case. The following tips will give you some solid actions you can take to help your lawyer win your case and get you compensation. Give Your Lawyer All the Information When you first hire your lawyer, be sure to give him or her all the information you can about your accident/injury and your case.
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Bail And Why It Gets Denied
Today's American justice system, while not perfect, is designed to protect those who have been accused of a crime. When a person is arrested for a crime, he can be bailed out of jail until his trial. Bail amounts are set by a judge based on several different factors. When a person is bailed out, he can then return to his work and to his normal life until his trial. Unfortunately, however, there are some instances in which a person won't get bail.
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3 Things That You Should Know Before Starting A Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
When you are sick or injured, the first and main person that you probably trust is your doctor. Therefore, few things can be more upsetting than realizing that your doctor himself or herself has caused you harm. In cases in which doctors do not do their job and follow a proper standard of care, it's often possible to file a medical malpractice suit. Basically, this suit will help you sue your doctor for funds that will help cover your added medical bills, loss of wages, pain and suffering, and more.
I'll be up front: I have a criminal record. As someone who's spent lots--and lots--of time looking for a job in my life, I've gotten used to being up front with this fact. It's difficult to get hired with this on my record, and frankly, it never gets less scary to have to tell an interviewer about it. But that doesn't mean I'm unemployable. I'm a hard worker who can bring a lot to any company. And I also know what an employer needs to do for me. I know my rights. There's no federal law protecting me from discrimination due to my record, but there are plenty of state laws that make it a little easier for me. If you're looking for a job and you have a criminal record, read through this information. Protect yourself during a job search. Know your rights.