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Neighborhood disputes don't often lead to criminal charges but when they do, you can bet tensions will run high.  Just last week, I represented a woman at trial who was accused, along with her husband, of beating up a neighbor.  She came to me last November and hired me to defend her against the...

Getting into an automobile accident is never fun.  Some of the consequences can be property damage to your car, bodily injuries resulting from the collision and dealing with an insurance company that, although the commercials say otherwise, is not there to protect you.  That being said, if you d...

The laws governing drinking and driving have changed substantially in the last decade.  This crime is perceived as inherently dangerous and worthy of a prosecutor's (and judge's) attention. There are actually two legal consequences you can suffer when you are facing charges of this nature.  Th...

Can I still go to jail if I am caught with marijuana? I get this question quite a bit now.  The answer is maybe.  The penalties for possession of marijuana have changed recently.  But, depending on the amount or circumstances, it still may carry the possibility of jail time.  First, however, it ...

When your children get into high school, the chance of their attending a party where alcohol can be found increases exponentially.  This is something that all parents should discuss with their kids, to prevent poor decisions and potentially catastrophic consequences. And for those who are conside...