5 Truly Unusual Reasons To Be Charged With A Crime

One could be forgiven for wondering whether the legal system has been as fully thought out as it seems. If you're in any of these 5 weird situations, you just might have to talk with a criminal law attorney from a place like Jacobs & Barbone P A  in order to present your case. A Pig Grazing on Uncle Sam's Land The federal government purchases and reserves a surprisingly large amount of land across America, especially in areas west of the Mississippi River. Read More 

Divorce Planning And Parenting Plans

A divorce calls for making plenty of decisions and those that pertain to your children are the most important. You have undoubtedly thought about which of you will get custody of the children, but there is so much more to decide than that. Nowadays, issues dealing with child custody and visitation are referred to as parenting plans, which is a gentler, more politically-correct term. Read on to find out what parents should consider when creating their parenting plan. Read More 

Five Tips For A Smoother Separation From Your Spouse

If you and your spouse have not been getting along and are toying with the idea of divorce, you may want to pursue a separation in the meantime. Separating for a while can give you a chance to think about your relationship, explore your other options, and decide whether or not you really want to split up more permanently. But while separating is less final than divorce, it is not without its challenges. Read More 

Revealing The Truth To Your DUI Lawyer

When you've been arrested, you should know that you can and should be perfectly honest with your lawyer. Not only is it in your best interest but it's a vital element of your case. No matter what the circumstances, being arrested for DUI (driving under the influence) is a serious offense and the punishments are no joke. You will need legal support, and the faster you get an attorney after getting bailed out the better. Read More 

5 Reasons Your SSI Disability Claim Might Be Denied

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a disability payment to low-income Americans. According to the Social Security Disability Resource Center, only 36 percent of an initial disability application is approved. When appealed, just under 14 percent are subsequently approved. Here is a look at some of the most common reasons a disability claim is not approved. 1. They Don't Consider Your Disability Severe If you get into an accident on your motorcycle, you may break a lot of bones, but those bones will heal eventually. Read More