Bail Bonds 101

Attorneys are expensive. Depending on where you live, what the specific charge is, and the size of the law firm the lawyer represents, the hourly cost can range anywhere from $200 to $1,000.  Everyday, many Americans face the dilemma of not being able to afford a lawyer. It’s a stressful, helpless, and overwhelming feeling. Luckily, […]

If you’ve ever watched Law and Order (or any show that involves criminals), then you’ve heard the phrase, “if you cannot afford an attorney then one will be provided for you” or a variation of that. What this means is that if you don’t have a personal attorney, or don’t want to/can’t pay to hire one, […]

If you or a loved one is unlucky enough to be wrapped up in a criminal investigation, you may feel overwhelmed by the process, even more so if you’re constantly surrounded by lawyers and police officers who throw around confusing legal terms. Understanding and feeling comfortable with legalese can make the justice process feel more […]

The role of bail bondsman is important in the modern justice system. For those who have just been arrested, turning to a bail bondsman is sometimes the only available option for posting bail and returning to their families and careers. For the courts, a bail bondsman provides assurance that those released on bail will show […]

What is the Difference Between Bail Bondsmen and Bounty Hunters? Although bail bondsmen and bounty hunters are different in many ways, you may have noticed they are often associated with each other. In fact, they often work very closely with one another. So, what’s the difference between the two? Would you ever need to call […]

The concept of bail is something we take for granted. We’re all introduced to the concept relatively early in life, with most news’ stories about criminals or crime dramas on TV mentioning a set bail amount following someone’s initial arrest and arraignment, but where did the practice start? Intuitively, when you think about incarceration, you […]

Bernie Madoff As the former non-executive chairman of the NASDAQ stock market and chairman of Bernard L. Madoff Investment Securities LLC, which he founded in 1960, Bernie Madoff was a renowned fixture on Wall Street. All that changed when he was revealed to be the main operator of the largest Ponzi scheme in United States […]

Not every bail bondsman is the same in terms of their experience, customer service and attitude about urgency. If you or a loved one are ever arrested and need to be bailed out, you want it done quickly and with as little struggle as possible. Goldberg Bail Bonds is dedicated to operating a business with […]

Driving while drunk or under the influence of any intoxicating substance can pose serious risks for the driver, other motorists and pedestrians. According to a study by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, over 25,000 drivers were arrested for DWIs in 2015. To understand how seriously the state takes drunk driving cases, here is a […]