In Latin American countries, the term “notario public” means a college-educated professional in the legal field, qualified to practice law. But here in the U.S., groups of fake notarios public — the English translation — are anything but helpful to immigrants seeking help gaining legal citizenship. Those who need legal assistance on immigration matters should …
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Las Vegas Metropolitan Police arrested two young men, Johnny A. Terrell Jr., age 23, and Marquan A. Jackson, age 24; both men are being faced with charges ranging from robbery, to assault, to grand larceny of an automobile. Terrell, additionally, faces several weapons-related charges. Although no one was seriously injured during these crimes, both of …
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The 2019 tax plan involved some extreme changes that will affect alimony payments, from January 1st, 2019 onward. What Did The Old Laws Say? Prior to January 1, 2019, if a couple divorced or separated, the spouse who paid the alimony will now be able to deduct it from his/her taxes, potentially lowering his/herself into …
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Last week in Southern California, three Centennial High School Las Vegas students were killed while on their Spring Break vacation. The friends had traveled to the Huntington Beach area by car, and it is by car they met with their premature deaths at approximately 1:08 a.m. Thursday morning. How The Tragic Crash Happened The crash …
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If you grew up with Geoffrey the Giraffe and the dream of being a Toys R Us Kid forever, it is now time to put your childhood fantasy to bed. Or, more accurately: close down your nostalgic dream. After an unsuccessful Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the retailer is closing its doors for good. Toys R Us …
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A series of recent carjackings have left several valley areas on edge. While each crime is unrelated to the other, the time span between the two initially seemed suspicious. The accused will need to consult a qualified criminal defense attorney to answer to these charges. Although these particular crimes may seem less grievous because no …
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Prior to its scheduled foreclosure auction, the Lucky Dragon Casino, just off the Strip, has filed for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy. Why Are they Filing Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Las Vegas? The Lucky Dragon opened in 2016, and its primary focus was to attract baccarat clients — a strategy which may have contributed to its lack …
Child Protective Services is facing scrutiny after the continual, reported abuse of two girls went without action by the agency — arguably keeping the children in an unsafe environment. Even the most experienced criminal defense attorneys would agree that this crime is beyond reprehensible. What are the Details of This Tragic Crime? The case is …
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Last Wednesday, Metro found a second suspect involved in a fatal shooting and abduction case. 26-year-old Jessica Tolentino-Arciga was taken into custody in conjunction with the crime. How is She Connected to The Crime? 27-year-old Joseph L. Fernandez Jr. had already been accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house and abducting her in a gray …
Criminals aren’t always shady-looking characters lurking in the shadows on the streets. Sometimes they hide in positions of power and respect within communities. Sadly, this was the case in a recent situation here in the Las Vegas Valley. Las Vegas Police Lieutenant Facing Criminal Charges A Las Vegas police lieutenant, a guardian, and two additional …
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