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Law Offices of Scott Warmuth Attend Campaign Event

Topics: Events

Oct 20th, 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth is active in our local community. Our San Gabriel office, as well as Scott Warmuth himself, are located in California's 27th Congressional District, currently represented by Congresswoman Judy Chu. Several members of our law firm attended a dinner event this week for Congresswoman Chu's reelection campaign. We took some pictures of the event, which you can find below![/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2712" img_size="800x450" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2713" img_size="800x450" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2714" img_size="800x450" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2715" img_size="800x450" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2716" img_size="800x450" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image"][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2717" img_size="800x450" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image"][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Common Defense Techniques in the Courtroom

Topics: Criminal Defense

Oct 17th, 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Being charged with a crime can sometimes cause the future to be on hold. Facing prison time can be a harrowing prospect. It is the job of criminal defense attorneys to provide their clients with the legal benefits guaranteed by the justice system and to seek reductions in a potential prison sentence. There are several ways to help a criminal defense case and seek a reduction in sentence. Some common techniques include:

Suppressing unlawfully obtained evidence

There are several guidelines as to how evidence can be collected during the course of an investigation. If those guidelines are not followed properly, evidence collected improperly is subject to suppression. For example, if incriminating evidence is discovered in a search that does not have a proper warrant, prosecutors would not be able to use that evidence against you. Suppressed evidence is inadmissible in court, helping a defendant's case.

Crafting a truthful timeline of events

When defendants take the stand they often face cross-examination from prosecutors asking leading questions designed to discredit their story. Defendants and criminal defense attorneys can work together to reconstruct a truthful timeline of events to provide a defense that makes sense to a judge and jury. Cross-examination can be stressful, but when understanding what happened in a broader sense, a defendant can answer a prosecutor's question truthfully without becoming flustered or confused.

Calling an expert witness to testify

Prosecutors tend to interpret circumstantial evidence in a way that ties everything to the defendant. Many times, that evidence could also point towards something else completely. An expert witness can provide alternate explanations for the same evidence in search of reasonable doubt. For example, when a prosecutor asserts that a piece of evidence means X, an expert witness can show how the evidence could mean X, Y, or Z.

Retaining a criminal defense attorney

When facing potential time in jail, having an advocate on your side can help. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth mounts a vigorous and aggressive defense for its clients, using proven criminal defense strategies. For a free consultation, call us today at 888-517-9888.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Is DACA Really Going to End on March 5th?

Topics: Immigration

Oct 13th, 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]New reports have surfaced that if Congress is unable to act legislation protecting so-called Dreamers, President Trump may extend the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program past it's current March 5th expiration. It is unknown how long that extension would be, if there would be an additional period to renew DACA permits, if legal challenges to the program would resume, or how likely an extension is to occur. The deadline to renew DACA permits for an additional two years passed on October 5th. The speculation about the March 5th deadline not being a true deadline started with a tweet last month, but interest was renewed last night when Oklahoma Senator James Lankford made comments about the program after a town hall meeting. According to reports, Lankford and Trump discussed the program last month on a phone call. Dreamers are young immigrants who were brought to the United States illegally as children. In order to be eligible for DACA, applicants needed to have continuously lived in the United States for at least five years, received an education, and remained out of serious legal trouble. DACA allowed these undocumented immigrants to legally live and work in the United States. It is estimated that about 690,000 currently have DACA permits. Read the full news article here. DACA recipients may be eligible for legal status through other avenues of immigration law. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth offers free initial consultations for immigrants seeking visas, permanent legal status, naturalization, and citizenship. Call us at 888-517-9888 to speak with an immigration attorney today![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Moving Forward after a Work Injury

Topics: Workers' Compensation

Oct 10th, 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Because no one expects to be injured at work, most people do not know what actions to take should the unthinkable happen. Without timely action, injured workers run the risk of overlooking, or even losing, their basic legal rights under California workers' compensation law. These laws are designed to protect injured workers; knowing how to take advantage of them can help on the road to recovery. The circumstances of every workplace accident resulting in injury may be different, but workers' compensation law doesn't look at how an accident happened, only that an injury occurred. Workers' compensation claims are fault-less, so even if you are the cause of your own injury, you are entitled to pursue workers' compensation benefits.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

The First Steps After a Work Injury

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]If you have suffered a work injury, it's important to seek immediate medical treatment and to notify your employer. These two steps begin the recovery process. Your employer is required to give you a workers' compensation claim form (DWC 1) within one working day of your injury (it can also be downloaded here). After completing the form, return it to your employer. Within one day of receiving your claim form, your employer is required to authorize medical treatment. Upon authorization, if you haven't already begun treatment, you should start at this time.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

Document Your Work Comp Claim

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Documenting your work injury is one of the most important things you can do to protect your rights. Keep records of every form you fill out, make note of every doctor's appointment, and record dates of when you submit documents or medical records.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]

Consult with a Workers' Compensation Attorney

[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]An experienced workers' compensation law firm can help you with your work injury claim every step of the way. The California workers' comp system is notoriously complex and difficult to navigate. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth has the knowledge necessary to help you recover from your injuries and help you seek financial compensation for your work injury. Call 888-517-9888 today for a free consultation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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DACA Renewal Deadline is TODAY!

Topics: Immigration

Oct 05th, 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The deadline to apply for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrival (DACA) extensions is today, October 5th! If your DACA status expires before March 5th and you have not yet applied for a two year renewal, today is your last chance! For DACA recipients whose DACA permit expires after March 5th, as of right now, you will not be able to apply for an extension. Dreamers face an uncertain future. DACA provided some stability, allowing certain undocumented immigrants brought to the United States as children to pursue an education and a career without the fear of deportation. It is unknown if legislation will be passed to protect DACA recipients before permits begin expiring on March 6th. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth works tirelessly to help immigrants visit and stay in the country legally. Dreamers whose DACA status is expiring may be eligible for other avenues of legal immigration. For a free consultation, call our immigration attorneys today at 888-517-9888.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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ICE Agents Arrest 167 in L.A. Area

Topics: Immigration

Sep 29th, 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On Thursday, Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents announced that an immigration sweep targeting so-called sanctuary jurisdictions was conducted over the previous few days. According to ICE, 167 immigrants were arrested in Los Angeles and surrounding communities. The target of the raids were purportedly undocumented immigrants with criminal records or who had been identified as gang members. ICE stated that Deferred Action Against Childhood Arrivals (DACA) recipients were not targeted in the raid. Sanctuary jurisdictions, including Los Angeles, San Francisco, and every county government in California, limit the cooperation between law enforcement and immigration authorities. There is no clear definition of what a sanctuary city is and policies vary between cities. In the city of Los Angeles, law enforcement will not keep undocumented inmates jailed beyond their release date without a warrant. In the recent raids, more than 450 people were arrested across the country. Of those arrested, about 1 in 3 did not have a criminal record. Read more about this story at the L.A. Times. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Driving Slower than Average on the Freeway? Move Right!

Topics: Auto Accident

Sep 25th, 2017

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After a drive to Las Vegas, this writer was reminded of perhaps one of the best explainer videos to ever surface. The article, a 2016 feature from Vox, explains "why you shouldn't drive slowly in the left lane". In short, you shouldn't drive slowly in the left lane because it makes traffic worse and more dangerous for everyone. It's also illegal. With the multi-lane freeways of Southern California, the concept of 'right' and 'left' lanes begin to blur. While we expect trucks and slower vehicles to stay in the right lanes, every driver will recognize that this is often not the case. Making matters blurrier for multi-lane freeways is the carpool lane, splits, merges, and even some left-lane exits. But nowhere does the left lane right lane divide appear brighter than between Barstow and Primm on the I-15. With many drivers eager to see the bright lights of Las Vegas and an always plentiful convoy of big rigs, slower vehicles in the left lane can create huge traffic slowdowns and more dangerous driving conditions. It's always best, especially on a two-lane highway, to only use the left lane for passing. If you have been involved in a car accident, contact the injury attorneys at Law Offices of Scott Warmuth at 888-517-9888 for a free consultation.

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DACA Renewal Deadline Rapidly Approaching

Topics: Immigration

Sep 18th, 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The future of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program is still in doubt. The program, as it currently stands, is no longer accepting new applications and will cease accepting renewal applications after the stated deadline. DACA recipients, sometimes called Dreamers, who have an existing permit that expires on or before March 5th have the opportunity to renew their status for an additional two years. However, DACA renewal applications must be filed by October 5th, 2017! The DACA program offered certain young, undocumented immigrants brought to the U.S. as children protection from deportation and the ability to obtain a work permit. Since 2012, DACA protections have been issued to about 800,000 immigrants, many of whom have no memories of their home countries. It's estimated that about 150,000 people are eligible to renew their DACA status one last time. Many Dreamers could have a different pathway to permanent residency, but have not had a recent legal consultation to find out about other green card options unrelated to DACA. Right now, the future for Dreamers appears uncertain, but regardless of the program's future it is best to have an immigration attorney review an individual's background for any other immigration benefits that may apply. The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth can help Dreamers prepare for all possible outcomes. To schedule a free consultation with an immigration attorney, call 888-517-9888 today.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Law Offices of Scott Warmuth Legal Seminar Event

Topics: Events, From Our Office

Sep 14th, 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This past Saturday, the Law Offices of Scott Warmuth hosted a legal seminar for recent immigrants to the United States. Our goal was to answer any legal questions attendees may have had about the law in their new home. For a few hours, our firm answered questions about U.S. immigration law, personal injury law, intellectual property law, and criminal law. Find some photos from the event posted below! We can answer anyone's questions about these areas of law and more. Call The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth today at 888-517-9888 for a free legal consultation.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2612" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image" css_animation="none"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2613" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image" css_animation="none"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2614" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image" css_animation="none"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2615" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image" css_animation="none"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2616" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image" css_animation="none"][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/2"][vc_single_image image="2617" img_size="full" add_caption="yes" alignment="center" onclick="link_image" css_animation="none"][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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Amazon’s 1-Click Technology Patent Expires

Topics: Intellectual Property

Sep 12th, 2017

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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Patents can have a significant effect on a business and its development. At the height of the dotcom bubble, US patent 5,960,411 was granted to a small book retailer that changed the way consumers made online purchases, making an online transaction faster. The premise, 1-click ordering, would only be allowed when using that bookstore's website: Amazon.com.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Patents can apply to more than just technological inventions. In the case of 1-click ordering, the patent was granted as a new, novel, and non-obvious business method, though this became controversial. In an interview with NPR, former commissioner for patents Robert Stoll noted that the "novelty of the Internet made what looks in retrospect like kind of small changes to business methods to seem newly patentable."[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]If you've ever used 1-click ordering on any website that's not Amazon.com, there's a good chance that website is paying Amazon to license that business practice. With the patent's expiration, observers expect many big companies to create their own 1-click ordering systems in short order. Some tech giants are also discussing the possibility of an Internet-wide system.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Listen to the full NPR interview here.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The Law Offices of Scott Warmuth provides a full range of intellectual property legal services, including patents. Our intellectual property attorneys can help businesses, inventors, and entrepreneurs secure the competitive edge needed to thrive in today's market. Call 888-517-9888 for a free consultation![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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