Search: Legal Guides written by Alan James Brinkmeier (68 found)

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
What do you do when your client is served with a discovery request governed by the rules relating to electronically stored information (ESI)? Experience has shows that databases, networks, computer systems, servers, archives, backup or disaster recovery systems, laptops are all likely locations.
4 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Lawsuits / Disputes. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
When preparing to pursue the appeal process take care to draft the appeal notice so that all relief your client seeks becomes part of the appeal.
5 of 9 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Appeals. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Credibility matters to the appeal panel. Everything the appeal lawyer does helps shape what and who the panel will find most credible.
2 of 3 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Appeals. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
To avoid the expense and delays of litigation, many contracts require that the parties arbitrate any dispute. If you are the one initiating arbitration, you must determine any and all the facts that are important to the dispute and make a written record of them.
6 of 10 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Arbitration.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
You should carefully review the Complaint, the Answer, and any expert disclosures. This will help you fully understand the theories of the case before your deposition. Remember, things in the Complaint and responses in an Answer are fair game and you should be fully acquainted with these pleadings.
4 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
If you are thinking of trying this, do not do it. Cameras are everywhere in stores so you are likely going to be filmed. Video evidence against a perpetrator is very compelling to a judge and jury at conviction time and sentencing time.
4 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Juvenile.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Lawyers are counselors that do more than give out legal information. We offer tactical and strategic advice. Our training allows us to apply technical skills to legal problems to solve your disputes. With the right approach you can find a lawyer who's best able to be on your legal team to help you.
51 of 55 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Ethics / Professional Responsibility.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
No person shall be compelled in any criminal case to be a witness against himself. This is a right found in the Fifth Amendment of the United States Constitution. This three-step guide outlines the very basics of this important right.
12 of 13 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Criminal Defense.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Motions of all types are brought in civil litigation cases, but a motion that can result in the case ending before a trial is a motion for summary judgment. This guide explains the very basics for such a motion.
10 of 11 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Litigation.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Twelve states, including Illinois, require the consent of every party to a phone call or conversation in order to make the recording lawful. Because Illinois has a minority view on this topic (38 states have a one party consent rule) this guide is a short collection of conversation recording rules.
14 of 18 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in State, Local And Municipal Law. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Going to the courthouse to speak with a judge is going to cause even the most outgoing person some anxiety. At court, disputes of all types are handled. If you are going there it is a good bet you are involved in or have some role is a dispute. This guide gives some hints how to talk with the judge
8 of 14 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in General Practice.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Whether to appeal a judgment or final ruling or not depends on a number of factors. Taking stock of each of these factors can help answer your question "Should I Appeal?"
23 of 26 users found this helpful. Posted 8 months ago in Appeals.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a very useful law that provides public access to government materials. FOIA carries a presumption of disclosure of government records. The government - not the public - has to describe why information sought may not be released. This short guide is a How To.
5 of 6 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Government.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
An ever-growing amount of people use the Internet and continue to be unaware of the information being collected about them. Persons that use the internet to communicate should know that what you post is not private.
19 of 21 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Criminal Defense. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Establishing the right small business idea helps get you excited about the work and rewards that can lie ahead. This simple five-step guide points to the start-up keys any small business must address. Acting in the beginning on these five topics can help lead to your small business start-up success.
7 of 10 users found this helpful. Posted 7 months ago in Business.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Getting a subpoena to testify under oath or to provide documents in court for some dispute others have or are litigating is often the only time a person has contact with the civil or criminal court system. This guide offers advice as to why you should not ignore a subpoena with which you are served.
5 of 7 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Employment / Labor. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Settlement negotiations to resolve a dispute can be difficult and can be time consuming. What to do and how to proceed are questions. And a frequent question is asked, Do I need a lawyer? This legal guide suggests two good reasons to hire a lawyer to assist in your dispute resolution negotiations.
10 of 12 users found this helpful. Posted 6 months ago in Government. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
The keys to filing with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission are discussed.
3 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted 4 months ago in Employment / Labor.

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
There are some regular methods that unsavory hackers use to lure computer users into providing information that leads to identity theft. This is a simple guide on the definitions about three such methods.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 4 months ago in Privacy. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Alan James Brinkmeier
Persons often should receive a scheduled legal checkup that, like an annual doctor visit, is designed to prevent problems from arising.
4 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted 4 months ago in Business. Jurisdiction: Federal