Salem New Hampshire Legal Blog
Dying without a will is the best argument for making one now
Estate planning is an important step for an adult to take, regardless of whether they have children, a business in their name or a sibling with special needs who is dependent on them. However, most people perceive estate planning as something that primarily benefits...
How do you know what your BAC is when out for the night?
Many factors outside of your control can increase your risk of getting charged with an impaired driving offense. For example, you might receive service from a bartender who offers up heavy pours with more liquor than normal in drinks in the hope of securing better...
In trouble with the law? Don’t try a “self-help” solution
A New Hampshire woman recently made national news for her innovative solution to her legal problems: She found a way to access the court’s electronic document system and filed paperwork -- allegedly from a prosecutor and a retired judge -- that effectively dropped all...
Yes, you can help your children get through a divorce positively
When you’re going through a divorce, one of the last things you want to do is have it negatively impact your children. You’ve done all you can to minimize the pain and suffering that you and your spouse will go through, so you want to do the same for your kids. As two...
Signs that you should consider adding a trust to your estate plan
Many people mentally associate using a trust in their estate plan with the ludicrously wealthy. While it is true that very rich people benefit from using a trust when they plan their legacies, middle-class and working-class Americans also benefit from trusts in...
Asserting your point of view as part of your DUI defense
Often, people who are charged with a DUI choose to plead out rather than go to trial. However, you do have the right to challenge the charges against you in court. If you decide to take this path, it’s important for you to tell your story and provide the court with...
What’s the importance of “making bail” after an arrest?
Getting arrested can come as a serious shock to your system -- and that shock can get even greater when you hear the judge set a massive dollar amount for your bail. The cash bail system in this country is designed to do one thing: Bail is all about making sure that...
Are you ready to ask your spouse for a divorce?
If your marriage is on the rocks, it won’t be long before you consider the pros and cons of asking your spouse for a divorce. Should you come to the conclusion that moving on from your marriage is the best approach, it’s time to prepare yourself for a difficult...
What can you do if you encounter a sobriety checkpoint?
There are certain situations that are important to understand before you find yourself in them because fear and tension impact your decision-making in the moment. Knowing your rights before you interact with law enforcement officers in a stressful scenario like a...
Reasons to review and possibly modify your estate plan
Your estate plan gives you and your loved ones peace of mind, both while you’re living and after your passing. So, once you create an estate plan, you’ll feel better about anything the future could bring. But even though you have an estate plan you’re comfortable...
