Recalls of dangerous products are issued either by the manufacturer, a federal agency such as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), or both. Recalls should be in writing. However, the issuing organization may also announce a recall through commercials, company websites, agency websites, and online communications. Recalls should properly identify the product and what steps [...]
The Fifth Amendment to the US Constitution protects criminal defendants from being forced to incriminate themselves. Understanding the importance of protection against self-incrimination is critical in the age of social media. While your social media posts generally aren’t forced, they can still incriminate you. The prosecution may review your social media posts and try to [...]
During all seasons of the year, local residents and tourists alike turn to short-term rentals such as Airbnb and VRBO to enjoy all the sights, music, food, and culture Tennessee has to offer. Short-term lessees can stay in homes, cabins, condos, cottages, apartments, and other properties. Some Tennessee properties for short-term rent even come with [...]
When you are arrested and charged with a crime, you may end up making multiple appearances in court, depending on the type of charge and how you plead. No matter what your situation, it’s important to know how many times you may need to appear in court after an arrest, because failure to show up [...]
Even if you don’t feel anything in the immediate aftermath of a car accident, it’s best to seek medical attention as soon as possible. Potential aftereffects of an accident can be delayed by hours or even days, and may not even be noticed at all until the adrenaline (or shock) has subsided. Either way, it’s [...]
Submitting an insurance claim after a car wreck or other auto accident ensures that the proper protocols are being followed in order to ensure a timely and fair resolution of your damages. Depending on who or what caused the wreck, the type of insurance coverage utilized will vary. Generally speaking, you use your own insurance [...]
In a word, probably. Driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs certainly has the potential to affect your job in law enforcement or other related career prospects. There are a multitude of ways one decision can have a major ripple effect throughout your future. A DUI or DWI can not only derail your [...]
These days, technology is seemingly used everywhere to make identifications. There are cameras at intersections that take photographs of your car. There are cameras at the entrances of many stores, offices, and other buildings. Many of these buildings even have cameras throughout their premises. Many homeowners install security cameras. Virtually every smartphone comes with a [...]
Bar fights are not an anomaly. They are so common that almost every Western and movie (or TV program) features at least one. While anything such as a sports game, a card game, an insult, or another person can trigger a fight, the common cause of most fights is the effects of being intoxicated. According [...]
Generally, anyone in Tennessee who is convicted of a DUI will be sentenced to serve some amount of jail time. As a condition of the defendant’s release after that minimum time has been served, the judge can order that the defendant be released on probation, provided that certain conditions are met. Those conditions generally include [...]
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