Criminal Defense & Social Security Disability Law
Driving under the influence is a serious offense with severe legal and non-legal consequences. A DUI conviction can attract a heavy fine, suspension of your driver’s license or even time in jail. Besides these straightforward legal consequences, a DUI conviction can...
A lot of people who file for Social Security Disability (SSDI) benefits suffer from painful, chronic conditions – but they mistakenly assume that the Social Security Administration will automatically factor their pain into things when making a decision on the claim....
Not everyone can receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. Only those with severe, debilitating medical conditions who are not yet old enough to retire will typically qualify. Even those with life-altering health issues may not get benefits if they...
As more states, including Virginia, continue to combat drunken driving, the penalties for even a first-time DUI offense grow harsher. Fairfax drunk driving consequences are severe and often include a jail sentence, even if no other crime occurred. You could also face...
You're at the store making some purchases when you realize that you should have gotten a cart. You have more items than you can hold comfortably. However, you're also in a hurry, so you just put one item in your pocket and gather up the rest. However, a store...
It’s never a good idea to drive while you’re impaired, whether you’re impaired by alcohol or another substance. The penalties for driving while intoxicated can be significant, leading to fines and potentially the loss of your license. If you have a first-offense DUI...
It is fairly common for people to equate DUI charges and drunk driving charges. They assume that facing a DUI charge means that you consumed alcohol, became intoxicated or impaired, and then got in the car. All of this is true, except that the scope of a DUI can be...
There are different kinds of protective orders in Virginia. These may be used when someone fears for their life and wants to have protection against another person. Generally speaking, the court will usually approve emergency protective orders right away when domestic...
Social Security Disability insurance (SSDI) is a federal scheme that is designed to provide benefits to workers who are no longer able to engage in productive activity due to a medically-determined disability. While thousands of Americans apply for SSD each year, most...
If the police pull you over on suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI), the officer will likely direct you to take a breathalyzer test to ascertain your blood alcohol content (BAC) level. Depending on the outcome, the officer may decide to arrest and charge you...
