When police suspect that someone is driving under the influence, they may use a breath test to undergo an evaluation. However, before a breath test is administered, law enforcement often uses other tests to determine if someone was driving under the influence. It’s...
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Tips for avoiding disputes with a business partner
When you choose a business partner, the goal is to have someone who is going to make your company stronger. The two of you are going to work together to create a business that neither one of you could’ve created on your own. You hope this goes smoothly and that there...
You can get a “morning after” DUI
If you try to be responsible about not drinking and driving, you’ll take an Uber or Lyft home after a night out or rely on a non-drinking friend to be your designated driver. By the time you head out to work or class the next morning or drive the kids to school, you...
Is a will or trust a better estate planning tool for new parents?
When you have a child, you likely understand that you are now responsible for them even if something happens to you. Becoming a parent is one of the most commonly cited reasons people give for finally creating an estate plan. You can ensure that your children will...
Do you think the breath test was wrong? You might be right.
People treat chemical breath testing like it is the gold standard for impaired driving evidence. The idea that there is a chemical test directly confirming someone's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) at the time of a traffic stop or a car crash makes the prosecution...
3 ways to reduce conflicts later when drafting business contracts
Your transactional business contracts exist primarily to protect your business and the other companies or people with whom you do business. You have a written record of your agreement and your obligations to each other, which helps deter fraud and defaults. From...
3 ways to resolve a contract issue with another business
If a transaction is important to your business, putting the terms in writing was probably one of the first things you did. Transactional contracts create accountability for both parties and reduce the likelihood of conflict. When there is a written document to refer...
The courts have the power to resolve business contract disputes
When the other party in a contract with your business defaults, their failure can hurt your company. Maybe they don't provide the services you need to keep your business running. Maybe you run out of crucial supplies and cannot provide ordered products for customers....
Allergies? Taking medication could lead to a DUI
If you live with allergies, you are probably used to taking medications like Benadryl or Claritin to help control your symptoms. These medications are helpful for most people, but they do have some side effects that could negatively impact your ability to drive....
3 defenses you may try when facing a DUI
If you’re accused of driving while under the influence, you may not be sure how you want to handle your case. On one hand, you could plead guilty if you know you were definitely impaired while driving. On the other, there are many defensive options that could help you...
