On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Blog on Thursday, January 31, 2019.
Getting into legal trouble often has more consequences than people imagine. The effects can range from issues in your personal life to serious problems in your professional pursuits. There are many companies that have zero-tolerance policies for arrests or criminal convictions. Protracted absences during court could also jeopardize a job. While it is possible for any employer to have a policy that penalizes employees convicted of crimes, certain professionals are more at risk for negative consequences resulting from pending criminal charges. Anyone who must have licensing from the state of…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Blog on Sunday, December 09, 2018.
Alcohol on college campuses is often a major part of student culture. In some university clubs and organizations, group drinking and partying events are common initiation or bonding practices. Students may feel like they have no choice but to participate in the campus alcohol culture. Even students who have not yet reached the legal drinking age may feel pressured to join in the over-consumption of alcohol. Unfortunately, there can be very serious criminal consequences for minors who drink on college campuses or at college parties. Possessing alcohol as a minor…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Blog on Thursday, October 11, 2018.
Every state has a unique approach to the criminal law firm. In other words, there are dozens of different statutes across the country regarding theft and other common crimes. The definitions for different forms of theft, as well as the consequences they carry, vary from state to state. However, it's important to understand that theft is a serious criminal allegation in any state. In California, there are specific rules in place that separate minor theft or petty theft from serious theft or grand theft. Understanding how California defines legal terms related…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Blog on Friday, August 17, 2018.
No one wants to get arrested or charged with a crime. Even non-violent charges carry serious penalties and social stigma. Offenses like drunk driving can impact your social life and your career, as well as your freedom. Impaired driving charges are relatively common and can happen to anyone who makes a simple mistake. A conviction for any level of driving under the influence (DUI) offense can impact your personal life and lead to serious consequences, including fines and potential jail time. For those with a professional career, especially those with…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Blog on Monday, June 25, 2018.
Although a DUI charge is serious, there's something you should remember: A conviction is not automatic. You have the opportunity to fight back in court, so don't hold back and hope for the best. A DUI conviction can carry a variety of penalties, including but not limited to: Community service Fine Alcohol education classes Installation of an ignition interlock device License suspension Prison time Since the penalties can be severe, you'll want to consider the use of one of these DUI defense strategies: Improper stop. An officer must have probable cause to make…
On behalf of Kosnett Law Firm posted in Blog on Tuesday, June 12, 2018.
When potential clients ask us questions about representation for drunk driving offenses one of the most common is whether they will lose their job. Naturally, this depends on a number of factors, including how much work you have missed because you were in jail, and whether you drive for a living, to name a few. It is also common for people in leadership positions to believe their jobs may be in jeopardy because of the public scrutiny that accompanies a drunk driving arrest. After all, the broad sense of embarrassment…
