Author Archives: Caleb A. Kershner
What is the Role of a Grand Jury in the Criminal Justice System?
Not all criminal cases require grand juries. In fact, misdemeanors and traffic offenses are not subject to grand juries but all felonies require a grand jury for indictment. Types of grand juries The Handbook for Virginia Grand Jurors describes three types of juries used in felony cases: Regular Grand Jury. The Regular Grand Jury is the… Read More »
How are Traumatic Brain Injuries Proven in a Lawsuit?
Among the most devastating injuries resulting from car accidents are traumatic brain injuries (TBI), which can severely affect a person for the rest of his or her life. These types of injuries can occur despite the use of seat belts and air bags. After sustaining an injury, victims often require extensive medical and therapeutic care… Read More »
How Is It Possible to Emerge From Bankruptcy in Three to Five Years?
No one wants to go into bankruptcy. It is the financial version of waving the white flag, surrendering to an adverse situation and giving up everything, right? Well, not exactly and not always. Chapter 13 bankruptcy for individuals and businesses is also called re-organization, a means to hold off creditors in an orderly fashion so… Read More »
How Can Criminal Charges Be Reduced or Dismissed in Virginia?
It is essential for anyone charged with a criminal offense to fight those charges fully within our legal system. This is because a felony conviction on someone’s record for any offense – non-violent crimes such as grand theft, or violent crimes such as rape or armed robbery – will likely limit that person’s employability, housing… Read More »
Injured Despite Using a Seat Belt? Contact an Attorney.
Emergency room health care providers in Virginia are familiar with the immediate aftermath of accidents. So, too, are lawyers – ask a Leesburg accident attorney about what happens when vehicles collide. Doctors and lawyers know that head, brain and spinal injuries are both common and devastating. Both also know the consequences of these injuries on… Read More »
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