Apr 08
When entertainment media tries to tackle complex subjects like the law, they often get it wrong. It's not their fault—most lawyers couldn't write a comedy pilot, either—but it does mean that when a television show about a lawyer actually gets some things right, it's worth taking note. read more
Mar 02
When most people think of "embezzlement," they imagine huge sums of money being skimmed from giant corporations, often by those who are most trusted to keep the books balanced. However, embezzlement is actually a fairly broad term—and it can mean theft of even just a very small amount of money or property. read more
Feb 23
Stealing traffic signs, cones, or other road equipment may seem like youthful fun, but the price tag on those often-government-owned items (not to mention the safety reasons why they're there) can mean punishment that's much more serious than many civilians realize. read more
Jan 20
Though casinos are a common sight up and down I-5, Washington State's Gambling Commission has tight restrictions on where and how people can gamble. Included in those laws include a ban on fantasy sports that involve money—much to the chagrin of many 12s who are bombarded by ads promising big payouts every weekend, but aren't permitted to participate. read more
Jan 11
A great DUI lawyer can help make the process more painless and even get your charges dismissed, but it takes a truly original mind to come up with the defense that one attorney used in New York this month. According to the Associated Press, Joseph Marusak managed to get his client's DUI thrown out, in spite of the fact that her blood alcohol level was four times the legal limit. How? By diving into the annals of medical research and finding an incredibly rare condition wherein the human body literally creates alcohol. read more
