posted by admin on Jun 1
The Youth Criminal Justice Act covers the prosecution of youth’s for criminal offenses. The Criminal Code of Canada defines that no person shall be convicted of an offence in respect of an act or omission on his or her part while that person was under the age of twelve years, so the YCJA works only for people older than 12 and younger that 18. As for trial procedures like arrest, detention, bail, trial and sentencing, they are not very different from the adult procedures. Parents of the arrested minor must be notified immediately or as soon as possible.
They are also encouraged to participate in all steps of the legal process. In some cases the judge may even order the parents to attend the court hearings. Also a youth has the right to have his or her parent(s) or guardian(s) present during questioning. Fingerprinting and photographing can occur only when the youth is charged with an indictable offense. As for bail the youths are usually released under the same rules but into the custody of parents or other responsible adults. The YCJA protects the identity of the youth and it can only be disclosed under special circumstances.
For the benefit of the publics safety the names and even photos of serious offenders can be reported in the media. As for sentencing the adult sentences can be applied to offenders over the age of 14 or to offenders over the age of 12 if the offences are repeated.
posted by admin on Feb 21
Mesothelioma is a form of cancer that is rare and is caused by exposure to asbestos. The disease spreads rapidly and affects more people each year. Over the years, many manufacturers knew the dangers of asbestos exposure, by the way, but kept secret, and for this reason, many manufacturers are currently in the process of negotiating a voluntary settlement.
Many people have from time to time requested for legal information and hopefully something promising has come their way. Due to high medical bills, choosing the proper mesothelioma lawyer will be one of the most important decisions that your family makes post diagnosis.
The painful truth is that finding a good lawyer to represent you in your mesothelioma case can be a daunting task due to the fact that most people are unfamiliar with what distinguishes a good firm from a bad firm. Most people have no idea about the qualities a good firm should have and therefore many of them are always being confused even some finds themselves on the crossroads not knowing where to seek help from or next step to take after all has proved fruitless.
posted by admin on Dec 5
The property market is now showing signs of a recovery and this is good news for the economy in general.Over the last 18 months we have seen property prices crash and many home owners have gone into negative equity. This situation has caused many problems for families and first time buyers alike.
The duties can include stamp duty land tax formalities and the registration of your title and for properties of a commercial nature can include purchase of business premises. Also conveyancing is extremely important when considering a new property. This can make sure there are no pit falls when buying a new property.
Further roles for a solicitor when buying a property can involve Leasehold Extensions (Leasehold enfranchisement) and collective enfranchisement (buying the freehold to your building). This has also been a growth area in recent years in London and looks set to continue that way for some time.
Therefore it is imperative that you find a local solicitor to provide you with guidance and advice throughout the process and explain the steps involved, from the initial stages right through to completing the transaction on the date when you move into your new home.
posted by admin on Aug 22
Governments across the world are preoccupied with the global financial crisis, with many other issues being put on the backburner. However, Thailand continues to work towards the empowerment and betterment of ordinary citizens. Several changes noted by Thai law consultants in recent times exemplify this – we look at some of the most important.
Governments across the world are preoccupied with the global financial crisis, with many other issues being put on the backburner. However, Thailand continues to work towards the empowerment and betterment of ordinary citizens. Several changes noted by Thai law consultants in recent times exemplify this – we look at some of the most important.
The new law is biased towards consumers; cases must be held at a court convenient to the consumer, and the burden of proof is on the business rather than the complainant. Only one postponement of 15 days or less is allowed.
Consumers also benefit from an exemption in fee obligations, including court fees, commissions, witness fees, and Thailand lawyer’s fees – unless the suit is found to be unreasonable, or the damages are judged as excess
posted by admin on Feb 21
Different states have different lemon laws to protect you as a consumer. The common factor in the law is that you are able to demand ample compensation, a full refund, or a replacement vehicle from the manufacturer. Though the law protects the consumer, it also protects manufacturers’ rights. The law allows manufacturers to defend themselves and remedy the situations to the best of their abilities.
If you are filing a lemon law case, you need to file the complaint within a certain timeframe. Within that timeframe, the manufacturers are allowed to attempt to fix the problem. You need exhaust all efforts to fix the problem first before you can file a case. It is also important that the vehicle has been purchased for your personal use and not for business purposes.
It is important that you have met all the requirements in order before you try to file a case under the lemon law. It might be a good idea for you to acquire the services of a lawyer. Even if the lemon law does not apply to your situation, having a good lawyer might allow you to obtain due compensation for your vehicle’s defects.