If you have been charged with a crime, the impact may be catastrophic, and it may seem like severe penalties, from jail time to fines and losing your rights, are unavoidable. However, a skilled Atlanta, Georgia criminal defense lawyer can be on your side and…
The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was an act put into place by the federal government during the COVID-19 pandemic. Its goal was to counterbalance the economic challenges faced by businesses and citizens caused by the pandemic. However, many individuals and companies saw this as an…
Many people conflate the terms “homicide,” “murder,” and “manslaughter,” and it is vital to understand the differences in what these terms define. The term “homicide” is a broad legal term that applies to any killing of another person, and “murder” and “manslaughter” refer to different…
PPP (Paycheck Protection Program) loan fraud is a popular topic in today’s political climate, and many high-profile people are finding themselves facing fraud charges from the federal government. Federal prosecutors are continuing to investigate any misuse of PPP loans and levy penalties against any alleged…
The Personal Side of Defense Law Defense law is a very personal situation that pairs a client and lawyer in a passionate fight for justice. Read the musings of a seasoned criminal defense lawyer for a year in his life helping everyday people. Introduction What…
This article explains the court’s contempt authority, outlines the important areas in the law of contempt (specifically, criminal contempt) and offers strategies for a lawyer defending against a criminal contempt citation. BY LAWRENCE J. ZIMMERMAN “Contempt! How Not to Get Thrown in Jail” was first…
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