LAW in the WILD

When you are injured due to the careless actions of another person, or a negligent business owner, there are a number of different types of damages you might be able to recover for.  From pain and suffering to the loss of a normal life.  In this episode, we explore the different types of damages plaintiffs can recover when they file a civil lawsuit for damages.  Charles Schierer is the managing pa...

Attorney Charles Schierer sets out the basics for you to have an overview of the probate process.  Probate is the process in which a decedent's will is administered in court and the person's property is inventoried, valued and distributed.  Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtriallawyers.com for more infor...

Attorney Charles Schierer provides a broad overview of what a person can expect when they are pursuing a civil claim (typically money damages) but do not wish to file a lawsuit.  In other words, they try to settle pre-suit.  Many claims are handled this way.  Often those are vehicular accidents.  Attorney Schierer takes the listener through the various steps.  Charles Schierer is the managing part...

Attorney Charles Schierer discusses when man's best friend becomes a criminal defendant, of sorts.  What is a person to do when a dog attacks them and causes them injuries.  Attorney Schierer explores the legal rights and some defenses that the dog's owners have.  Charles Schierer is the managing partner at the law firm of Schierer & Ritchie, LLC in East Peoria, Illinois.   Go to www.srtrialla...

Attorney Charles Schierer takes you through the lifecycle of a criminal matter.  Starting with the arrest, this episode explores the various steps a criminal matter takes, all the way to a trial, sentencing and an appeal.  In this episode, Attorney Schierer touches on the basic timeline every criminal defendant endures on the journey through the American criminal justice system.  Charles Schierer...

Attorney Charles Schierer breaks down the legal difference between assault (the threat or apprehension of harm) and battery (the completed physical contact). Using an easy-to-understand example in a pub or a workplace scenario, he explains intent, immediacy, and when contact is accidental versus intentional.  The episode also covers aggravated assaults and batteries—how weapons, serious injury, pr...

In this first of many upcoming explanations of famous American cases, Attorney Charles Schierer briefly discusses Brandenburg v. Ohio (1969) and explains the very narrow incitement-to-violence exception to the First Amendment.  In this important episode, Attorney Schierer touches on the three-part Brandenburg test: (1) speech that encourages lawless action, (2) intent to cause such action, and (3)...

Have you received a subpoena to have your deposition taken in a legal matter?  Attorney Charles Schierer offers some very helpful tips for first timers, or if you have not provided a deposition in some time.  Attorney Schierer explains what a deposition is, why the deposition is so important, and how your testimony might fit in the discovery and settlement process.  Learn concise, practical tips f...

Attorney Charles Schierer has helped injured victims for many years.  One helpful tip he has offered accident victims is to keep a daily journal of their recovery.  Why?  Because only the accident victim knows their recovery journey.  They experience the pain and suffering alone.  Sure, they have the support of their family and treatment team, but only they feel the pain and suffering.  That is pe...

Attorney Charles Schierer offers a simple explanation between the legal definition of actual possession (items on your person or in your immediate control) and constructive possession (items you control but are not physically holding), showing how both concepts can be applied in criminal and civil matters.  Through practical examples—backpacks at music festivals, firearms in cars or a person's hom...

In this episode of Law in the Wild Podcast, hosted by attorney Charles Schierer, you will learn the basics of military justice.  In this episode, we explore the court-martial (both general and special), non-judicial punishment (Article 15/Captain's Mast) and administrative separations.  Attorney Schierer will also touch on how cases escalate, who convenes courts, and real examples like positive ur...

Attorney Charles Schierer breaks down how criminal law distinguishes first-degree murder, manslaughter (often called second-degree murder), and reckless homicide by focusing on the defendant’s mental state.  Issues of malice and premeditation, sudden heat of passion and provocation are explored.  Attorney Schierer uses an example of a person who meticulously plans a killing versus a person who spo...

Attorney Charles Schierer introduces the Law in the Wild podcast, which will explore a wide range of legal issues that everyone would benefit from knowing more about.  Episodes cover criminal and civil law, family law, real estate, wills, trusts, estates and more, offering clear, practical explanations to help listeners understand the law.  Follow this podcast to learn when new episodes are posted...