Stacy Barrett

Attorney · UC Law San Francisco

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3M Military Earplug Lawsuits
It's never easy to predict when a lawsuit over faulty 3M combat earplugs will settle or go to trial, but here are some guidelines.
What Are the Consequences of a Probation Violation?
A probation violation can carry serious consequences. The judge can continue the probation term with or without modifications, such as adding conditions or extending the term, or revoke probation and send the person to jail or prison.
How Does Probation Work?
In some cases, defendants can reduce the amount of time they are incarcerated or avoid imprisonment altogether if a judge grants them a type of supervised release called probation.
Implied Consent: Can You Refuse a Blood, Breath, or Urine DUI Test?
Find out what implied consent is and what would happen if you refuse a blood, breath, or urine test if you are pulled over.
What is the Statute of Limitations for Medical Malpractice Lawsuits?
Learn about the four different ways the "statute of limitations" might come into play in a medical malpractice case.
Your Right to a Speedy Trial
Federal and state constitutions, plus laws passed by Congress and the states, guarantee a speedy trial. Depending on the circumstances, defendants whose rights have been ignored might be entitled to a dismissal of the charges.
Should I Plead Guilty at Arraignment?
Many reasons exist for a defendant to plead not guilty at the arraignment. At such an early stage of the prosecution, the defendant faces many unknowns.
Medical Malpractice Liability for Pulmonary Embolism
If a patient suffers from PE, and it turns out the condition should have been prevented, the medical provider may be liable in a malpractice lawsuit.
Medical Malpractice During Childbirth: A Legal Overview
If a health care provider's negligence causes injury to a newborn or mother, there could be medical malpractice liability.
How to Sue a Hospital for Malpractice
Here's what you'll need to do to bring a medical malpractice lawsuit against a hospital.