Choosing a car seat that will reduce your child’s risk of injury
Car seats that will reduce your child’s risk of injury There are a lot of options out there for car seats that are marketed as good options for keeping your child safe. However, not all car seats are going to provide the best injury protection possible for your child. When picking a car seat, it... Read More
Parental Liability for Damage Caused by Minor Children
Children and teenagers find all sorts of ways to get themselves in trouble. Sometimes these activities result in damage to property. So, if someone under 18 causes damage to property do their parents have to foot the bill? The answer depends on what caused the damage and how much the damage was. Damage to Personal... Read More
HIRING AN ACCIDENT ATTORNEY: THE INITIAL CONSULTATION
Your initial consultation with an accident attorney If you have recently been in a car accident, you may need to hire an attorney. The first step for most people is to set up an initial consultation. This is a good opportunity to get to know a potential attorney so you can decide if you want... Read More
Why Arkansas Should Allow Undocumented Immigrants to Purchase Driver’s Licenses
Many Americans do not realize the value of having a driver’s license unless it is taken away due to getting too many points on their record or criminal charges such as a DUI/DWI. Yet, the ability to drive to work, pick up your kids, or go visit friends is life changing. This is especially true... Read More
Fresh from the Blog: Dignified Divorce
I have seen a lot of divorces over the course of my life and over the course of my career as a lawyer. I have learned a lot over the years and my experiences have shaped Joyce Law Firm’s philosophy on family law cases. So, you or your spouse have decided that a divorce is... Read More
A LOOK AT ARKANSAS MOTORCYCLE LAW
It’s motorcycle season in Arkansas With the recent drop in temperatures and the first official day of fall just two weeks away, it’s motorcycle season in Arkansas. Bikes Blues and BBQ, a local favorite in Fayetteville, will bring hundreds of thousands of bikers to the state this month. This massive influx of bikers is great... Read More
“The sun was in my eyes” distracted driving during the solar eclipse
Distracted driving causes car accidents We hope everyone got to experience this week’s solar eclipse from a safe vantage point with proper eye protection. But, many people found themselves behind the wheel during the eclipse. This means that you may have found yourself on the road with drivers who were more distracted than usual trying... Read More
Three Absolutely Crucial Automobile Insurance Coverages
There are many types of automobile insurance coverages but we would like to focus on two types of coverage that many of our clients often do not realize the importance of until they need it. These include Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Insurance (UIM), and Medical Payment Coverage (Med Pay), also known as Personal Injury Protection Coverage (PIP). ... Read More
Are Liability Waivers Enforceable?
Even if you are not the type to go test-drive a racecar or compete in mixed martial arts, chances are you or a family member has signed a liability waiver (also known as an exculpatory contract). These waivers have become a standard part of many contracts and generally state that you waive your right to... Read More
What is Drug Paraphernalia?
Under Arkansas law, “drug paraphernalia” can be just about anything. The statute defining paraphernalia includes the lab equipment type items one would expect. However, it also lists common household items such as “a blender, bowl, container, spoon, or mixing device…, a capsule, balloon, envelope, or other container…” and “a water pipe….” The statute also includes... Read More