Collaborative courts are an alternative to the traditional court system. They are also part of the judicial reform movement that is moving toward focusing on violent offenders for harsh sentencing and using rehabilitative sentences for nonviolent offenders. California...
Many recognize the dangers and trauma associated with military or law enforcement service and the increased risk of developing post-traumatic stress syndrome. PTSD can also develop in victims of domestic violence. Domestic violence involves a pattern of behaviors that...
Many people believe that the abuse of drugs is a one-way ticket to a long-term jail sentence. While this may be historically true, the State of California is beginning to take a different approach to drug use and abuse. This new approach is the “collaborative court.”...
Whether you are riding a bike near traffic, driving or walking alongside the road, a reckless driver could cause you to become seriously hurt. Those who speed, drive drunk and use their phone behind the wheel cause far too many accidents, and the likelihood of a...
If you suffer a violent blow to the head or body during a car accident, it can result in a traumatic brain injury. While mild TBIs only affect the brain temporarily, a severe TBI can result in long-term complications. According to MayoClinic, traumatic brain injuries...
When a California law enforcement official stops your car and has you take a breath test, the results of that test may have a significant impact on your future. While a conviction for driving under the influence may prove embarrassing and make it more difficult for...
From intoxicated drivers to dangerous road conditions, you could find yourself in a traffic accident for different reasons. In the digital era, many crashes occur because of distractions caused by the use of electronic devices, and there are many other reasons why...
Getting a burn could be a simple and relatively minor nuisance, or it could be a painful and debilitating injury that alters the course of a victim's life. The most severe types of burns are third-degree burns, or full-thickness burns. They have an undoubtedly strong...
Some bicyclists get into accidents that put them at risk of serious injury or death. For instance, you may be out riding when suddenly a driver in a parked car opens a door into your path. Without enough time to turn or slow down, you slam into the door. This is an...
Like most people, you likely want to move past your criminal convictions following your sentencing. You may have some hesitancy when applying for a new job or reentering your career. You know you have the skills and experience necessary to resume your life, but how...
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