I get a favorable disability decision on Oct,3rd. I just found out that a second hearing is now scheduled for Dec,18th?

How long have you been trying to reach your attorney? If you did not receive notice, how did you learn of the next hearing? Your attorney is...

How much does hiring a criminal defense attorney really help?

A private attorney is often more capable of focusing on your case and looking into all aspects of your matter. The biggest complaint with a public...

Probably someone in customer relations. The decision by the DA to drop the case, does not necessarily mean that they will lift the "do not enter."...

I have a pending charge and a few job offers between now and my court date is it legal for me not to tell them?

I see no requirement to tell them. Not knowing what the pending charges are, it is difficult to assess how they would react if (and when) they...

I was arrested for shoplifting third degree. First offense in Alabama.

Yes. It is extremely likely that the other convictions will be discovered. You should hire counsel at the earliest opportunity.

Sure it is possible. However, the authorities will not be very willing to drop this unless they are pretty certain that they do not have a case. ...

2yrs probation and 30 days jail before the first years up for dui. any way around the jail time? community service etc?

You need to discuss this with you attorney. It can be difficult to amend an order after sentencing, unless there are unique circumstances. ...

If the real criminal is found years after I was found innocent, can I recover any losses?

Technically, you could seek damages for the vehicle and possibly attorneys fees, from the suspect. However, it may be extremely difficult and if...

What options do I have to address a forged check at my bank?

Are you referring to nothing having been resolved in terms of the monetary loss or in terms of the police investigation? Those are different...

It really depends upon the facts. I see what you have presented, but you need to sit with an attorney to discuss this and decide what is best.