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Turning claims to facts Using electronic monitoring data to provide evidence, and not just rhetoric, that a client is trying to do better In the courtroom, promises are cheap. When a defense attorney stands before a judge or prosecutor arguing that their client has changed, the court often hears it as standard rhetoric. What judges demand — […]
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4 Things That May Help You Avoid Triggers on February 14th Valentine’s Day is a little over a week away and while many people are figuring out what kind of chocolates to buy their significant other, some are thinking about how they will remain sober. Valentine’s Day as with other holidays can be triggering.
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Top 10 States with High Levels of Excessive or Binge Drinking According to USA Today, 18% of adults in the United States report drinking an “excessive amount of alcohol.” The amount, however, differs drastically depending on where you live. For instance, their research (conducted with data from the US Centers for Disease Control and
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Drunk Driving Statistics in the United States According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), around 32 people die each year in the United States in drunk driving accidents. It equates to one person every 45 minutes. In 2020, over 11,650 people died in alcohol-related motor vehicle accidents, representing a 14% increase from
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Why People Are Choosing an Alcohol-Free Start to the Year If you have turned on the news lately you have likely heard about Dry January. It is a buzzworthy trend that has taken over social media, daytime talk shows, and just about anywhere you look. The 31-day challenge encourages people to stay sober for
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What You Need to Know About Driving Under the Influence of Marijuana While California legalized the recreational use of marijuana in 2016 it is still unlawful to drive under the influence of the substance. If you are arrested for driving under the influence of marijuana you need to speak to an attorney. You could
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Excessive Alcohol Use and Your Body According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), excessive alcohol use is responsible for over 140,000 deaths each year. It also caused an estimated 3.6 million years of potential lost life between each year between the years of 2015 to 2019. Individuals who died as
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Safety Tips for the Holidays and New Year The holidays are a notoriously stressful time of the year. It can quickly become overwhelming between year-end deadlines at work, family get-togethers, and overextended finances. Unfortunately, many people turn to alcohol or drugs to help alleviate the stress associated with the holidays. Drinking large amounts of
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Facts and Statistics About Thanksgiving Drunk Driving Accidents It is estimated that 518 people could die on the roads this Thanksgiving holiday period. According to the National Safety Council (NSC), this will be the largest number of deaths since 2007. The Thanksgiving holiday begins Wednesday, November 23, 2022, at 6:00 pm and extends to
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Tips and Tricks for Remaining Accountable to Your Sobriety this Thanksgiving With Halloween in the rearview mirror, many people are looking forward to pumpkin-spiced lattes, pecan pie, and a turkey feast that leaves you full for days. In addition to fun and festivities, the holiday season can bring stress and anxiety. For someone in
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