Public speaking does not come naturally to most people! In fact, for many, speaking in front of a large audience is an absolute nightmare. When the occasion to speak does arise, they are filled with anxiety and fear. No best man speeches here, thank you! It doesn’t have to be that way. Follow our...

Public speaking is a skill most attorneys need to master, especially if they intend on becoming litigators or trial attorneys. The ability to speak clearly, concisely, and charismatically in front of a large group of people is not something that comes naturally to many people. They need to practice! At Hastings & Hastings, our...

When was the last time you had a conversation about the 23rd President of the United States Benjamin Harrison? It has probably been a while, which is understandable. His single term in office has been routinely categorized as ‘uneventful’ while historians often regard him as a below-average president. You don’t have to take their...

Rutherford B. Hayes, 19th President of the United States, representative of the Republican Party, was sworn in on March 4, 1877. During his single term as President, he ushered in the end of the Reconstitution Period, accelerating the process of national healing which began following the end of the Civil War. President Hayes was...

Road blocks which are established for the primary purpose of identifying potentially impaired drivers are colloquially referred to as “sobriety checkpoints” or “DUI stops.” These check points are typically established on major roads leading to and from large population centers or near popular nightlife spots. In states where sobriety checkpoints are legal, you can...