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Drug possession is a serious offense in Iowa, with even a first-offense conviction for possession of any controlled substance, outside of marijuana, being an aggravated misdemeanor. Fortunately, defenses to drug possession charges do exist. FindLaw explores the most...
If you are unfortunately ever involved in a motor vehicle accident, you will likely notice that the scene of the crash quickly floods with tow trucks, first responders and road cleaning crews. If it is safe and the paramedics have addressed your injuries, capture...
A criminal record can cause all types of issues for you. When it comes to your future career, a conviction may prevent you from doing what you want. You may have to alter your college plans or change your major because of a criminal record. Financial aid If you are in...
If your job involves shift work in the evening, night or early morning, it is important to pay attention to signs of fatigue. When driving to or from your job, you could face an especially high chance of becoming involved in a traffic collision if you suffer from...
Safe driving is crucial when operating a motor vehicle. Drivers must take the proper actions to reduce the risk of injury, which benefits them as well as other motorists. While you cannot control how other people drive, you can operate your vehicle in a safe manner....
Head injuries can result from a number of occurrences, but car accidents are a common cause of them. Significant head trauma can cause a wide range of physical and emotional effects. They can also cause long-term effects and require extended treatment. As a result, it...
A DUI conviction can change a person's life in many ways, both in the long term and the short term. However, most people typically only focus on the short term. This is why it is important for individuals facing DUI charges to understand the exact extent to which a...
Motor vehicle accidents can take a huge toll on people involved due to the hefty amount of physical damage they often result in. Unfortunately, though it does not often get discussed, crush injuries are among the potential issues that victims involved in crashes can...
Victims of car accidents may have insurance policies that protect them. Sometimes, though, the coverage they have is not enough to cover the damages they incurred. Drivers should know what to expect from insurance companies and at-fault drivers in case an accident...
Students on campus must abide by specific rules of conduct. Under Title IX, a student can file a complaint with the university or college to accuse another student of sexual misconduct. Administrators at institutions of higher learning actively pursue Title IX...
