Idaho parents, if your children are of driving age, they now face a time of heightened risk of death due to lethal injuries from auto accidents. There’s even a name for this time of year: the 100 deadliest days of summer. But why are these months so deadly,...
Starting a new business partnership is an exciting endeavor. Yet, it is important to avoid getting so caught up in the adrenaline of it all that you overlook concerns that could come back to haunt you later if you don’t tend to them now. Not to put too fine a point on...
Motorcyclists and bicyclists don’t have much protection from injuries because there’s no vehicle frame around them. Instead, they have to rely on helmets and their clothing to provide protection from injuries like road rash, which can be a serious injury. ...
Theft offenses are relatively common. People may end up facing criminal charges because they embezzled from an employer or stole merchandise from a store. Many people accused of theft-related crimes expect to face misdemeanor charges with minimal penalties. However,...
Most Idaho residents don’t realize there’s a law that protects them from drug charges related to possession of controlled substances if they get emergency help for someone suffering an overdose. In fact, all states have some form of a “Good Samaritan” overdose...
Do you know how the police would be able to tell if you are drunk during a traffic stop? The police could ask you to take a breath test that would indicate how much alcohol is in your body. However, the police may ask you to do a standardized field sobriety test. The...
Driving on highways can be both efficient and stressful, especially when sharing the road with large commercial vehicles like trucks and buses. These vehicles require special attention from passenger vehicle drivers to help ensure safety for everyone on the road. Both...
Your child has been arrested, and now they’re facing a criminal charge. As a parent, you’re wondering whether this single mistake will follow them forever. It can be a terrifying thought. A criminal conviction can have long-term consequences that can make it harder...
Even the most dedicated employee may occasionally need time away from work. On the other hand, even the most flexible employer needs reliable staffing. The tension between company demands and an employee's need for a healthy work-life balance can damage employment...
Idaho is an at-will employment state, meaning that your employer can end your employment at any time and for any reason. Therefore, is it possible to pursue a claim of wrongful termination after being fired? At-will employment isn’t a free pass At-will employment...
