Civil Rights Articles

• What is Due Process? ... Basic Rights and Fundamental Fairness
  You may hear the phrase “due process” in the media whenever a prominent criminal case is in the news, but where does it come from and what does it really … More
• What to Bring to an Initial Consultation With a Lawyer
  Beginning a legal action can be stressful, and most people considering hiring a lawyer are already in a stressful situation. You should do your best to prepare for … More
• Constitutional Due Process for Enemy Combatants under the Military Commissions Act of 2006
  The Constitution protects against unjustified detentions by the federal government through the rights of 'habeas corpus' and 'due process.'  However, a federal … More
• Do You Need An Attorney... or Can You Represent Yourself?
  There are many circumstances in the United States when a person is entitled to represent himself in legal matters. The Supreme Court has found that the Sixth … More