What Is a Deposition In A Legal Case? (2025)
What is a deposition? This legal strategy involves gathering witness testimony under oath before trial. Here’s a look at how it might work in your case.
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Bail Vs. Bond: Are They Different Things? (2025)
Do you know the definition of bail vs. bond? Although the two are similar, they aren’t exactly the same. Learn what sets them apart.
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Parole vs. Probation: What’s the Difference? (2025)
What is parole vs. probation? Both involve reducing time spent in jail or prison, but they’re far from the same. Here’s what you need to know.
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How Many People Are Killed By Police Each Year? (2025)
Police killed approximately 1,173 people in the U.S. in 2024. Our report analyzes 2015-2024 data on racial disparities and legal rights for victims' families.
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Blood Alcohol Level Chart: Effects And Risks (2025)
A guide to blood alcohol level effects. Covers BAC charts for men and women, stages of intoxication from mild to lethal, and legal driving limits.
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What Is a Preliminary Hearing in a Criminal Case? (2025)
What is a preliminary hearing? Find out more about this important step in the legal process and what it can mean for your criminal case.
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Misdemeanor vs. Felony: Similarities & Differences (2025)
The law treats a misdemeanor vs. felony offense differently. Learn about the similarities and differences when facing these criminal charges.
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PFAS In Water By State: Where It's Worst (2025)
A state-by-state analysis of PFAS contamination. Covers the most affected states, the health risks of forever chemicals, and data on compounds like PFOS.
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What’s A Bellwether Trial? What To Know (2025)
In a mass tort, bellwether trials are early trials that give all parties a sense of how the remaining lawsuits may play out.
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Can You Sue For Food Poisoning? (2025)
Can you sue for food poisoning? Learn how to sue restaurants, food producers and grocery stores for losses caused by food-borne illnesses.
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Los Angeles Wildfires Lawsuit: Can You File? (2025)
Affected people have already begun to file Los Angeles wildfires lawsuits. If you suffered injuries or lost property, a lawyer may be able to help.
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Average Deductible For Health Insurance (2025)
The average deductible was $1,790 in 2024, up from $584 in 2006. A 2006-2024 analysis of rising health insurance deductibles, the causes, and the financial impact.
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