First, you should reach out to the DA/prosecutor's office so their victim advocate knows to remain in contact with you and provide any updates for...

There are many law firms that specialize in mass torts/class action suits - your best best is to search Avvo or Google to located firms in your...

If another county has a hold on her from the failure to appear bench warrant, then when you post her bond, she will be transported to that county...

Unless you were found not guilty by a jury or bench trial, double jeopardy would not attach. Although not common, charges occasionally get...

He will go before a judge for his first appearance hearing within 24 hours of arrest. Bail may be set on his charges (which will allow him/you to...

When in doubt, always run it by your probation officer. His/her answer will [realistically] hold more weight than any response you'll receive here....

Many states have a victims' bill of rights that outlines the notices, rights, etc. a victim is entitled to. Any strategy regarding prosecution...

If probation issued a warrant for a violation, it will toll (i.e., "freeze") your probation (although they may simple terminate the balance based...

If you believe this man may be liable for your son's injuries, I highly recommend you speak with a personal injury attorney. He/she will be able to...

It looks like the statute of limitations for personal injury actions in SD is 3 years - still, 20 years is way past the statute of limitations set...