The Insanity of the Defense
Legal / Criminal Law
Aplus Legal Advice | 2022.07.31 17:42 |
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“It is an ill thing to knock against a deaf-mute, an imbecile, or a minor. He that wounds them is culpable, but if they wound him they are not culpable.” (Mishna, Babylonian Talmud)
If mental illness is culture-dependent and mostly serves as an organizing social principle – what should we make of the insanity defense (NGRI- Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity)?
A person is held not responsible for his criminal actions if s/he cannot tell right from wrong (“lacks substantial capacity either to appreciate the criminality (wrongfulness) of his conduct” – diminished capacity), did not intend to act the way he did (absent “mens rea”) and/or could not control his behavior).
With Highlife Adventures, Dating Goes Back to the Future
Legal / Family Law
Aplus Legal Advice | 2022.09.06 14:51 |
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In a world where people often spend more time with their BlackBerrys and iPhones than they do with other each other, the longing for shared experiences and face-to-face interaction has become palpable. According to Mary Vallone, President of Highlife Adventures (www.highlifeadventures.com), an upscale social club for singles in Chicago and Indianapolis, this is especially true when it comes to dating.
Lawyers & How They Negotiate Personal Injury Settlements
Legal / Litigation
Aplus Legal Advice | 2022.09.19 01:11 |
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If you have recently been injured in an accident through no fault of your own, you may find yourself in a sea of lawyers without knowing which one to choose. After being injured, many individuals turn to lawyers for help in protecting their rights and helping to ensure they are fairly compensated for lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering.
Understanding Child Custody Laws
Legal / Family Law
Aplus Legal Advice | 2022.09.06 14:33 |
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Child Custody Laws differ from state to state. You need to check with your state’s laws to get the most current information. When it comes to child custody Laws, there are a few states that have all the procedures laid out for the separating parents and their children. The judges must follow these guidelines to assist in determining the custody of the children during and after a divorce.