Author Archives: Rowdy Williams
What Happens After an Arrest?
The prospect of being clamped in handcuffs and shuffled into the back of a police car is intimidating for anyone. Whether you get in a bar fight, find yourself in the wrong place at the wrong time, or commit a serious crime, understanding the arrest process can prepare you for the next few weeks… Read More »
8 Signs It’s Time to File for Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy can be a pretty scary term. It often carries the connotation of total financial ruin, although that’s usually not the case. In many instances, bankruptcy can be what saves you from total financial ruin and helps you to get back on your feet. “When somebody really doesn’t have money to pay their bills… Read More »
Gave A False Confession? Your Lawyer Can Help
Whether you’re guilty or innocent, being arrested is terrifying. You’re handcuffed, accusations are flying, and while the police may have – certainly should have – read you your Miranda rights, it’s hard to exercise your “right to remain silent.” The impulse to speak under this pressure may be irresistible and what you say may… Read More »
Minor Crimes Become Life Sentences On Sex Offender Registry
When people talk about the sex offender registry, state-by-state lists of sex offenders and where they live, most believe they are speaking exclusively of rapists, child molesters, and people guilty of similarly serious crimes. What the majority doesn’t realize is that anyone convicted of a “sex crime” is required to remain on that list… Read More »
What To Do When A Creditor Garnishes Your Wages
With the cost of living on the rise and wages trailing far behind, people can end up unable to pay their bills. Basic living expenses like mortgages, rising rents, and utilities can eat up an entire salary, leaving no funds for other bills. Unfortunately, not paying those bills can result in garnished wages. Having… Read More »
11 Things to Do If You’re Facing a Foreclosure
Foreclosures were common in 2009 when a record 2.8 million houses were foreclosed on. Since the recession, fear and uncertainty have risen with regard to property ownership. Though they’re less common now, foreclosure notices are still sent out across the US. It can be a terrifying feeling to receive that yellow notice in the… Read More »
You Have Options When Facing Wage Garnishment
If you fall behind on your bills, your creditors might employ wage garnishment as a last-ditch method to collect on the debt. A creditor can legally seek to seize a portion (as much as two-thirds) of your wages to satisfy a debt. This is a serious situation, but you don’t have to take it… Read More »
The 8 Biggest Mistakes People Make in Divorce
There’s a reason divorces often take 18-plus months and thousands of dollars to complete. Put simply, it’s not easy to legally divide intertwined assets and sift through the he-said-she-said mess of determining who is to blame for specific incidents or situations. While you’re always going to come out of a divorce feeling like you… Read More »
7 Gun Laws and Rights in Indiana You Should Know About
Citizens of every state should be familiar with their state’s gun laws before they purchase their first firearm. Violating any of these laws could mean a felony or other legal charge that could alter the course of your life. In Indiana, there are specific laws every potential gun owner should know about. Permits and… Read More »
How to File for Legal Separation
Legal separation can be a reasonable way to give you some space while you’re contemplating divorce, but it’s worthwhile to do it properly to protect yourself and your assets. If you and your spouse are looking at separating, here’s what you should know about filing with the court. Defining Legal Separation Legal separation can… Read More »