In today’s hyperconnected world, blackmail doesn’t always come with a ransom note. A single email, text message, or social media DM can form the basis for a serious white-collar criminal charge—especially when it involves someone in a position of power. At Simmons...
Workers’ compensation is meant to be a lifeline—offering medical and financial support to employees injured on the job. But if you’re accused of workers’ compensation fraud, that safety net can quickly turn into a legal trap. In California, even minor errors or...
Understanding Proposition 57: What It Could Mean for Juvenile and Non-Violent Offenders in California California’s criminal justice reform efforts have taken several significant steps forward in recent years—but few changes have had the wide-reaching impact of...
When facing criminal charges, few things are more urgent or overwhelming than understanding what exactly you’re up against. In California, crimes are categorized not only by type—such as violent, property, or drug-related—but also by degree. The distinction...
If you’re facing accusations of altering a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in California, you’re likely feeling overwhelmed—and for good reason. This isn’t a minor traffic offense. Tampering with a VIN is a felony under California law, and a conviction can...
