Botulism is a rare and potentially fatal illness caused by a toxin, produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum. The disease begins with weakness, trouble seeing, feeling tired, and trouble speaking. This may then be followed by weakness of the arms, chest muscles, and legs.
Formal requirements to become a lawyer usually include a 4-year college degree, 3 years of law school, and passing a written bar examination; however, some requirements may vary by State. Competition for admission to most law schools is intense.
When you hear about becoming a lawyer, you might wonder if law school involves the pursuit of a master's degree or a professional degree. In general, someone going to law school is likely pursuing a Juris Doctor (J.D.), which is a professional law degree.