DUI Charges: Factors that Can Raise Your BAC Levels (Except Alcohol)

Posted on: 21 December 2016
The introduction of the breathalyzer technology has made it easy for police officers to quickly identify drunk drivers who are in danger of hurting themselves and other road users. Breathalyzers estimate the blood alcohol content (BAC) levels, and if they exceed the acceptable levels, one may receive DUI charges. However, there are instances when breathalyzers can give a false positive result implying that one has consumed alcohol when they haven't. Understanding these situations can help you take the legal steps to defend yourself against DUI charges if you aren't guilty.
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Using a Debt Collector to Recover Money From Friends or Family

Posted on: 19 October 2016
If you have made a loan to a family member or friend and they have failed to pay it back, you may be considering ways you can compel them to pay it back. If informal and polite requests for repayment have failed, you may be thinking of using a debt collector to recover the money. Below are some things you should consider before you call in the debt collectors. Is there a loan agreement?
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Provisions That Should Not Be In Your Prenuptial Agreement

Posted on: 7 October 2016
A prenuptial agreement is a legal document that is signed by you and your spouse before you form a legal union. Although most people view this document as a way to protect assets, it actually can be quite beneficial to both parties. This is because it stipulates what is expected from each spouse and this can invariably solidify the union. Nevertheless, it is prudent to ensure that your prenuptial agreement is looked at by a lawyer before you sign it.
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Using Your Unpaid Invoices to Avoid Insolvency and Bankruptcy

Posted on: 26 September 2016
When it comes to financing a small size business, you are sure to find that there are a lot of challenges that you will face as an entrepreneur. The most common option that people will resort to would be to look for funding from their bank of choice, and this will typically be in the form of a loan. The disadvantage of loans is that they tend to garner interest whether or not your business is making money, and thus this could still lead you down the path of insolvency and bankruptcy.
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