| Author: | Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq. |
| Publisher: | Pantraxxa LLC |
| Length: | 378 pages |
| Formats: | Paperback, Kindle |
| ISBN: | 978-1967733903 (ISBN-10: 1967733902) |
Law in Real Life: Common Legal Questions Americans Ask – Answered
About this book
Law in Real Life is a practical guide by attorney Ngozi E. Bolin to the legal questions Americans search for most. It explains how the legal system works, the difference between civil and criminal law and between federal and state law, what happens after an arrest, your rights in police encounters, lawsuits and deadlines, and when you need a lawyer.
Common Legal Questions Americans Ask – Answered
Most Americans do not encounter the law in classrooms or courtrooms. They encounter it in moments of urgency: an arrest, a landlord dispute, a workplace problem, a lawsuit notice or a family crisis. Suddenly, legal words and procedures decide questions about jobs, housing, money, freedom and family.
Law in Real Life explains the law the way people actually experience it. It is not a law school textbook. Each chapter is built around common questions and real scenarios, with legal terms explained clearly and in context.
What the book covers
- How the American legal system actually works
- The difference between criminal law and civil law
- Federal law versus state law, and why location matters
- What happens after an arrest
- Your rights during police encounters
- Searches, seizures, warrants and Miranda rights explained plainly
- Common legal terms and what they really mean
- Lawsuits, liability, deadlines and court procedures
- When you can handle a problem yourself and when you need a lawyer
Who it is for
- People facing a legal problem and trying to understand their options
- Students and adults seeking legal literacy
- Small business owners and employees
- Renters, homeowners and families
- Anyone who wants to understand their rights before something goes wrong
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Law in Real Life cover?
It covers how the legal system works, civil versus criminal law, federal versus state law, what happens after an arrest, rights during police encounters, searches, warrants and Miranda rights, common legal terms, lawsuits and deadlines, and when you need a lawyer.
Who is Law in Real Life written for?
It is written for people who are not lawyers, including anyone facing a legal problem, students, small business owners, employees, renters, homeowners and families.
Does the book help me decide whether I need a lawyer?
Yes. It explains when a problem can reasonably be handled on your own and when it is time to get legal help.
Where can I buy Law in Real Life?
It is available on Amazon in paperback and Kindle editions.
Is the book a substitute for legal advice?
No. The book is for informational and educational purposes and does not replace a licensed attorney. For advice about your own situation, you can book a flat-fee consultation with Ms. Bolin.
About the author
Ngozi E. Bolin, Esq. has been admitted to practice in New York since 1991 and California since 2013, with three decades of experience in litigation and jury and bench trials. She is the author of the Law Made Simple series of plain-English legal guides.
Need advice on your own situation? Book a flat-fee consultation with Ms. Bolin.
The book and this page are general information, not legal advice for your specific situation.