Know Your Rights

If you just got a court summons, don’t make the mistake most people do—ignoring it. Whether it’s for unpaid credit card debt, a traffic violation, or even a criminal charge, tossing that letter in a drawer can turn a small legal issue into a life-altering problem. Default judgments, wage garnishments, property liens, arrest warrants, and even jail…

Of all the rights you have when dealing with police, none is more powerful—or more misunderstood than your right to remain silent. Whether you’re pulled over on the road, stopped on the street, or taken into custody, the words you don’t say often protect you far more than the ones you do. Why You Should Stay…