A myth is a widely held but false belief or idea, a misrepresentation of the truth, or an exaggerated or idealized conception of something. When it comes to myths surrounding gun violence, there are plenty—so it’s time to address those myths with some gun violence facts. Here are four common myths that are widely believed […]

There are dozens of types of cybercrime, which is defined as any type of criminal activity that are carried out by means of computers or the internet. Many types of cyber crimes are committed against businesses, others are aimed at personal home computer users, and some you may even be committing yourself without even realizing […]

If you get pulled over by a law enforcement officer on a suspicion of driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, you may think you know your legal rights…but you might be surprised to know how wrong you are. Here are five common myths (and the correlating truths) regarding your DUI rights! 1. […]

Being convicted of a DUI in California comes with severe consequences that can follow you for the rest of your life. However, by getting a conviction wiped off your record, you’ll be able to enjoy these benefits: It doesn’t show up on most background checks such as those required for come job and loan applications. […]

When facing Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges, you might feel as if you don’t have any options—particularly if you failed breathalyzer or other sobriety tests. DUI convictions can have a long-lasting impact on your record. A DUI conviction can even impact current and/or future employment opportunities. While you probably would like to get the […]

If you got a DUI, chances are you’ve had your driver’s license taken away. Chances are also that you’ll need your driver’s license back as soon as possible in order to drive to work, make it to your appointed court times, and fulfill family responsibilities. To get your license reinstated, you will need to take […]

It’s no secret: drunk driving is a concerning problem in the United States. A report from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) exposed the harrowing fact that a daily average of 28 people die in motor vehicle crashes involving an alcohol-impaired driver on roadways throughout the U.S. In other words, every 51 minutes an […]

For the first time since 1913, the use of both recreational and medical marijuana is legal in the state of California. Though this Pacific Coast state was the first in the country to legalize medical cannabis under the California Proposition 215 in 1996, thousands of advocates, activists, and organizations who have been pushing for further […]

The air is crisp, it’s the season for giving, and families are gathering together for the holidays. It’s the most wonderful time of the year — that is, until you hit the lines at your favorite retailer. Though long lines and traffic can turn anyone into the Grinch, for some the bad side of the […]

When most of us think of insurance fraud, we envision someone who purposely makes a false claim in order to obtain money they have no right to collect—we think of faked or exaggerated injuries or losses. But the truth is that insurance fraud can happen to anyone, sometimes through no intentional deceit of their own. […]