On June 17, 2013, the Supreme Court of the United States decided Salinas v. Texas, a case involving the Fifth Amendment and “Miranda” rights that has sent ripples across the internet, albeit, because many people simply do not understand what Miranda is – and what is it not. For example, a Slate Magazine article mentions “the Supreme Court held that you remain silent at your peril.” A Cato Institute article calls the decision a “bad day for the Bill of Rights”. These articles are, in a word, overreactions.
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Accidents/Personal Injury Blog , Employment Law Blog
Instant Millionaire (Aka Can I Sue My Employer For My Injuries)?
June 27, 2013 | by Thomas F. Dorn, JrThere is a breed of people practicing what I call “internet law”. This is your neighbor, friend, family member or co-worker who just found out you (a) have suffered a catastrophic injury at work or (b) have a family member who died as a result of a work place accident.
What Do I Need To Know To Become A Licensed Contractor?
June 23, 2013 | by Andrew BernsDear Ask the Attorney: For many years, I was an employee for a home improvement contractor. Superstorm Sandy has increased the business a lot and since I hate my boss, I am thinking about opening my own business. In addition to forming a company, I know that there are a […]
Criminal Law Blog , Family Law Blog
My husband has threatened to kidnap the kids; what do I do?
June 13, 2013 | byDear Ask the Attorney: My husband is incredibly angry that I asked for a divorce. Before he moved out he went on a rampage and destroyed our things. Now he is threatening to take the children away and that I will never see them again. I wouldn’t put it past […]