Is It Ever Too Late to Hire a Lawyer After an Accident?
After a car accident, people often find themselves overwhelmed with medical bills, insurance forms, repair estimates, and pain from their injuries. Amid all this, a common question arises: is it ever too late to hire a lawyer? While it’s always best to get a lawyer involved as soon as possible after an accident, it’s not […]
How Long Does a Personal Injury Claim Usually Take?
The length of time a personal injury claim takes can vary greatly depending on the specific details of the case. For many injured individuals, the process may feel slow, especially when medical bills are piling up and lost wages are creating financial strain. While some claims may resolve in just a few months, others can […]
Can a First-Time DUI Ruin Your Job Prospects?
A first-time DUI may not always ruin your career, but it can create serious obstacles that affect your current job, future employment opportunities, and long-term professional reputation. In California, even a single DUI offense can have far-reaching consequences that go beyond legal penalties. If you’ve been arrested or convicted for driving under the influence, it’s […]
Are You Responsible If Someone Gets Hurt at Your House?
If someone is injured at your home, you may be held legally responsible depending on the circumstances. Under California law, property owners have a legal obligation to maintain a reasonably safe environment. This duty of care extends to guests, customers, service workers, and in some situations, even trespassers. Whether it’s a friend slipping on a […]
What Should You Do If You’re Accused of Hit and Run?
Being accused of hit and run can feel overwhelming and isolating, especially when you’re unsure what steps to take next. Whether you left the scene unknowingly, misunderstood your legal obligations, or are facing a false accusation, California law treats these matters seriously. You could face steep penalties, including jail time, a criminal record, and license […]
How Do Bail Changes Impact Defendants in Small Counties?
Bail reform has reshaped the criminal justice system across California and the country, but its effects can vary widely depending on where a defendant is charged. For individuals in small counties, changes to the bail system have created both new opportunities and serious challenges. At Crowell Law Offices, we help defendants navigate the evolving pretrial […]
Is Treatment Part of Sentencing Under California Law Now?
California law has shifted significantly over the past two decades, moving away from incarceration and toward treatment-based alternatives for drug offenses. Instead of defaulting to state prison or county jail, courts now commonly order drug treatment as part of sentencing, especially for nonviolent drug possession offenses. This change in approach has led to the development […]
What Does Prop 36 Mean for Local Drug Charge Outcomes?
Proposition 36, also known as Prop 36, dramatically changed the way certain drug crimes are prosecuted in California. Originally passed by California voters in 2000 as part of the Substance Abuse and Crime Prevention Act, this law aims to reduce state prison and county jail populations by mandating drug treatment instead of incarceration for nonviolent […]
How Will Higher Auto Insurance Limits Affect My Injury Claim?
When you’re involved in a car accident, the amount of insurance coverage available can significantly impact your ability to recover compensation. In serious accidents, your car accident claim may exceed the at fault driver’s insurance limits. In these situations, higher auto insurance limits, whether held by you or the other driver, can make all the […]
How Do Plea Deals Work in California?
For many people facing criminal charges in California, the prospect of a lengthy trial is daunting and stressful. Fortunately, not every criminal case proceeds to trial. Instead, many cases are resolved through plea deals — also known as plea bargains — which offer an alternative path within the criminal justice system. Understanding how plea deals […]
