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In short, yes you can appeal a DUI if you plead guilty. However, certain things specific to your case may prevent that. Certain procedures apply to appeals, and if you were represented by an attorney those things may not be forgivable by the court if done wrong. The best thing you can do is contact an attorney of your choosing to see what can be done. Don't hesitate because time is of the essence.... Read Answer

Six months drivers license suspension is mandatory for any conviction for drugs or paraphrenalia. She may be eligible to obtain a hardship license and get the charges expunged. THe hardship an attorney could assist in the preparation of immediately, the expungement after she completes her probation and substance program.... Read Answer

i advise all people to apply on their own.  the application asks you for a list of your medical problems, your doctors, your prescriptions, your work history, and some other information - all of which YOU know the answer to.  you can do it yourself.  and it is free.  if you are denied, then you will want the help of a lawyer.  but you can apply on your own.... Read Answer

If the weapon fits the definition of a machine gun under South Carolina Statute 16-23-210 you face fines up to $10,000 and a prison sentence of up to 10 years. If the automatic weapon was used to otherwise commit another felony (assault, robbery etc) conviction can add additional prison sentence tacked on to the sentence you receive for the underlying felony.... Read Answer

Your girlfriend will need to apply directly at a U.S. Consular post in her home country that has jurisdiction over where she is currently living. An Information Officer at that Consular Section can provide her with detailed instructions as to completion of the application process for a B-2 Tourist Visa to come to the United States. In order to be granted such a visa, she will have to satisfy the Consular authorities that she does not have "immigrant intent" and that she has sufficiently strong ties to her home country that the visit will be temporary. You will want to prepare an Invitation Letter ("To Whom It May Concern") that she can take to the Consular Section in which you identify yourself and your complete contact information and in which you state that you will be responsible for any incidental expenses during her visit that she may be unable to cover to insure that she does not become a "public charge" during her stay. You may wish to hire an experienced immigration attorney to direct your steps if you contemplate a more formal relationship with your girlfriend in the future.... Read Answer

If you have reason to suspect that your daughter was the victim of negligent surgery and this impacted her quality of life for a significant period of time you may have a medical malpractice case worth investigating. There will be issues about whether the statute of limitations expired, but usually state law has a provision that tolls the statute of limitations for minors. Also, there is likely case law that indicates that the statute of limitations is tolled if you were reasonably unaware that somebody made a medical mistake. If you want to investigate a malpractice case, you should contact a local medical malpractice attorney (one in your state).  They take these cases on a contingency basis which means you only have to pay if you succeed.  Additionally, initial consultations are usually free. You can use the "Find a Lawyer" service through this website to research medical malpractice attorneys.  Then, visit each attorney's website and look for a firm that has a record of successful verdicts,  ideally with experience in cases that involve your medical issue. If you are unable to find a lawyer who meets these qualifications within your state, sometimes you may contact an out of state lawyer who can refer you to a qualified attorney in your state while providing support related to the issues of medicine. Below are some articles you may find helpful.  They are written for a New Jersey audience (where I practice) but the ideas discussed in these articles usually apply in most other jurisdictions as well. Click here for an article that discusses the three main questions I ask when deciding whether to investigate a potential medical malpractice case. Click here for an article that explains what you can and should expect when pursuing a medical malpractice case. Click here and here for more information about me. Please note that by attempting to answer your question, I am not acting as your attorney. I will do nothing further to protect or preserve your interests in the absence of any additional discussion with you about this matter. John Ratkowitz, Esq. Starr, Gern, Davison & Rubin, P.C. 105 Eisenhower Parkway Roseland, NJ 07068 Office: (973) 830-8441 Cell: (732) 616-6278 Fax: (973) 226-0031 Email: jratkowitz@starrgern.com  Skype: john_ratkowitz Click here for my website. ... Read Answer