Legal Knowledge. Courtroom Experience. Empathetic Advice.
People may underestimate the risk involved in property crimes. Theft offenses are not always misdemeanors. State prosecutors can bring felony charges against people accused of theft offenses in several circumstances. Sometimes, aggravating factors, such as a breach of...
If you take a breath test during a traffic stop and it shows that you have a BAC that is over 0.08%, you are likely going to be arrested on impaired driving charges. This is the level where the court can presume you are impaired because your intoxication has reached a...
When you hear the terms “assault” and “battery,” they’re often used interchangeably. In everyday conversation, the two can get lumped together, creating confusion about what each actually involves. The truth is that while assault and battery both relate to physical...
Being questioned by police officers is a stressful situation, but it should be handled carefully. One way that people can protect their interests is to invoke their Miranda rights. These rights include the right to remain silent and to speak to an attorney, both of...
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are sometimes levied after collisions. They can also be the result of erratic driving. Some people even get arrested for alleged drunk driving after a traffic stop for an unrelated issue. Many motorists want to resolve DUI...
Many people who suffer drug overdoses aren’t alone when it happens. Sadly, they still don’t get what could be life-saving emergency aid because the people with them fear that if they call 911, police will accompany first responders and everyone there will be arrested...
Embezzlement is typically considered a white-collar crime. It is a type of theft, but it is much different than other types of theft in the United States. For example, if someone hacked into a business's financial accounts and transferred money into their personal...
Drinking and driving should never mix. But there are also times when you might drink a little too much and have no other option to get home except to drive. Some people try to make the responsible choice and decide to sleep off their intoxication in their car instead...
People imagine a specific type of theft when picturing a shoplifting incident. They likely imagine a young person slipping candy, makeup or sunglasses into a purse or a pocket. Others might picture a grab-and-dash theft where a customer loads their arms or a basket...
You’ve been charged with a crime, and the prosecution has offered you a plea deal. Maybe it promises a lighter sentence or drops a more serious charge. However, it still doesn't feel right. Perhaps you believe you’re innocent, or the deal just seems unfair, and you’re...