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Is it Possible to get Your Criminal Charge Expunged?
In some cases it is possible to get your criminal charge expunged. The legal process of expunging a conviction in New Hampshire is called annulment. Criminal charges can impact many aspects of your life, including getting a job, where you can live, college admissions and more. Because of the severity of the impact on your life, it is beneficial to find out if criminal charge annulment is possible for you. When Can You Get Criminal Charges Annulled? If you have...Read More
How DWI/DUIs Work in New Hampshire
In New Hampshire, an impaired driving charge is called a DWI, although it is often referred to as a DUI. If you are caught driving under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, the penalties are sizable. Depending on your specific DWI in New Hampshire case, you could face significant fines, jail time and/or license suspension. The best thing to do if you have been arrested for a DWI is call a New Hampshire DWI lawyer. This article explains how getting...Read More
The Concept of Strict Product Liability
Until the tide began to turn in the 1960s, a person injured by a defective product who was seeking compensation had a tough row to hoe. They were required to prove that the manufacturer or supplier was negligent in the manufacture process at some point between product inception and the product reaching consumers—frequently a monumental and prohibitively expensive task. Many victims suffered while receiving zero compensation. State legislatures eventually intervened and established strict product liability laws, which most states have...Read More
Miranda Warnings and Television
Television shows are probably a bad way to get information about anything, unless you’re watching National Geographic. Even “reality shows” are scripted. They are definitely a bad way to get any kind of legal advice. The Law and Order type shows do a disservice to those who have been arrested and charged with a crime. There is a belief that what happens on TV equates to what the Constitution and laws of the states actually provide for. When you watch...Read More
New Hampshire Family Court Rule 1.25-A
New Hampshire Family Court Rule 1.25-A states that if you file a Petition for Divorce or a Parenting Petition you have to provide certain financial documents to the other side. When you’re involved in these cases, you will hear lawyers, clerks and judges refer to these documents simply as “1.25-A’s”. The list of what you need to provide is longer for a divorce than for a parenting case. People are often frustrated by the fact that they are required to...Read More
What to Know After a Slip and Fall Accident
Have you suffered from a slip and fall in New Hampshire? If so, you are not alone. More than one million people visit the emergency room every year because of an injury due to a slip and fall. If you’ve been injured, you may have a lot of questions. Can you sue after a slip and fall? Who is liable? What do you need to do after the accident? Every slip and fall case is unique, so be sure to...Read More
Should I File for Bankruptcy?
Bankruptcy is a court proceeding in which a court appointed trustee analyzes the assets and liabilities of persons, or businesses, who can no longer pay bills and whether those debts can be discharged. However, it’s important to know that not all debts can be discharged through filing for Bankruptcy.
Happy Thanksgiving From Everyone at Seufert Law
Employees at Seufert Law Office wish each and every one of you a Blessed Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving has been a U.S. holiday every November since Abraham Lincoln proclaimed a day of “Thanksgiving and praise” in 1863. Many states also observe the day after Thanksgiving as a holiday to create the much anticipated long Thanksgiving weekend. Because Thanksgiving is a federal holiday, it is observed by all levels of government, schools, public offices and most businesses. Families generally gather together for a turkey dinner...Read More
Workers’ Comp and Other Benefits After a Job Accident
According to the National Safety Council, every seven seconds a worker is injured on the job. The most common types of workplace injuries are caused from overexertion, contact with objects or equipment and falls, trips or slips.
Autumn Driving Can Be Challenging – Beware of the Moose
Autumn Driving Can Be Challenging-Beware of the Moose Cooler temperatures, vivid foliage, and shorter days signal the arrival of autumn, a season that challenges drivers in unique ways. Fall weather can be unpredictable. In many areas of the country, sun, rain, fog, frost, ice, and snow are all part of the mix. Diminishing daylight equates to more nighttime driving and associated visibility issues. Fallen leaves can obscure traffic markings and hide potholes. Wet leaves can be as slick as ice....Read More