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3 Common Mistakes People Make When Hiring a Criminal Lawyer
Hiring the right criminal lawyer can go a long way towards helping you get the best resolution for your legal problems. However, it's not unusual for people who are searching for criminal defense attorneys to make a few mistakes during the process. Burnette &...
Choosing a Criminal Lawyer for Your Case
Considering how serious a criminal charge is, you need to make sure you have the best legal counsel possible for your case. If you don't, you could face consequences that could be life-changing. At Burnette & Payne, we know that hiring a criminal defense attorney...
3 Steps to Take if You’re Arrested
Getting arrested is no laughing matter. The best advice any criminal lawyer can give you is to remain calm and keep a clear head throughout the process. Failing to do so can actually affect what happens in the aftermath of your arrest. However, sometimes this is...
3 Important Questions to Ask a Criminal Lawyer
No criminal offense should ever be taken lightly. Hiring a criminal lawyer to help you with your case shouldn't be, either. You and your attorney need to be on the same page when it comes to your defense. In order to do that, you need to ask the right questions to...
Can You File a Civil Lawsuit for a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
If you've been hurt on the job, you want justice for your injuries. You also want the financial compensation necessary to make up for lost wages and cover the cost of medical treatment. The pain you suffered, both mental and physical, should be taken seriously by your...
The Workers’ Compensation Hearing Process
Sometimes a workers' compensation claim can be quickly resolved. However, there are other instances in which a claim has to go to a court hearing. Your workers' comp lawyer will help you know which route your case will most likely take. If your case does need to go to...
How to Choose a Doctor for Your Workers’ Comp Case
Getting treatment for your workplace injuries is a top priority. However, so is getting the best medical counsel to provide support for your case. How should you choose a doctor for your workers' comp case? Charlie Burnette, a workers' comp lawyer at Burnette &...
Your Employer’s Role in Your Workers’ Compensation Case
Suffering a debilitating work injury is agony enough. Filing a workers' compensation claim for that injury can bring its share of hardships, too. When filing a claim, it's best to meet with a workers' comp lawyer to discuss all aspects of your case. One major...
Why Is Nighttime Driving More Risky?
Driving always comes with a certain set of risks. While accidents can happen under even perfect conditions, there are certain circumstances that increase the danger. Take nighttime driving, for example. What puts you at a higher risk of an accident – and what can you...