Celebrities have now donated over $1.25 million and raised more than that for the Black Lives Matter movement, thereby raising the group’s stature that was perceived as very controversial for mainstre…
Ever Wondered What Happens if Your are Unable to Pay Criminal Fines? Find Out Now
Courts charge the defendants who do not keep up with the payment plans, to pay interest, additional fees and enforce additional penalties. Sentences for misdemeanors and felonies include fines, plus r…
After Derek Chauvin’s Conviction, Will Black America Ever See Real Justice?
The headlines scream that policeman Derek Chauvin has been found guilty of all charges, in George Floyd’s death! The former Minneapolis police officer will be sentenced in the 2020 death of Geor…
It’s 2021 and It’s Time to Understand the Federal Minimum Wage Structure
While local and state minimum wage rates have seen steady rise over the past few years, the federal minimum wage rate remained steady at $7.25 an hour since 2009. Some federal lawmakers tried raising …
Why Ankle Monitors Aren’t Humane and are Another Kind of Jail
Electronic monitors violate basic civil rights and come with unfair financial penalties. Over 35,000 immigrants wear an ankle monitor unit with GPS. Experts estimate that electronic monitor usage has …
Female Celebrities Who Paid Heavily During Their Divorce Settlements
When a married pair divorces, the husband is ordered by the court to pay spousal support every month based on income sources and assets. With children, the husband pays monthly child support, too. But…
Legal Themed Movies Every Law Student Must Watch
Most people assume that you will not learn about real-life from the make-believe world of movies. But this is not really true. There are many films that portray real-life events and show insights abou…
Texans are Braving Terrible Weather, But They’re Now Hit with Sky High Power Bills
During very cold weather in Dallas, a $5,000 electricity bill from Texas power supplier Griddy was received for a 900 sq. foot apartment, some days back. The Griddy sells unusual plans with prices lin…
What You Need to Know about California Consumer Privacy Act
Data privacy is important as long as secrets exist, not to be shared with everyone. This is why people place locks on file cabinets and pay for safety deposit boxes to deposit jewelry and valuables, a…
Supreme Court Strikes Down California’s COVID Ban on Church Worship
Something is seriously wrong Churches in California will re-open, only with limited persons capacity after the US Supreme Court negated a few state’s strict COVID policies. This decision signals prior…