Around 25% of my clients in New Orleans qualify for the public defender program. They reach out to my office after going back and forth with their public defender for months. Some have only spoken to them a few times and struggle to get their calls returned or...
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In the Trenches of Justice: A Criminal Defense Attorney’s Perspective
As a criminal defense attorney, I often find myself navigating the complex and challenging world of criminal law. While some may view my profession with skepticism, I believe that every person, regardless of their actions, deserves a fair and just legal defense. In...
After a Car Accident: Your Essential Checklist
BAM! Oh no! You've just been hit from behind driving on Carrolton Avenue in Orleans Parish. What do you do next? Car accidents are unexpected and often leave individuals overwhelmed and unsure of what steps to take next. As a personal injury attorney with years of...
Can you pass the breathalyzer test in Louisiana and still get arrested for driving drunk? Yes!
I had mother call the other day about her 26 year son who was arrested for DWI but his BAC was .06%. She said "he was under the limit...the police arrested him illegally!" I understand her frustration. It's a common misconception that if you "pass" the breathalyzer...
How our clients stay connected with Clio
We just signed up another case this morning and our new client messaged me via the Clio portal "so glad I have this way to communicate...I feel like I have you in my back pocket." It's times like this that I'm glad to have Clio. If your a current client, you are...
Will your traffic ticket raise your insurance rates?
I went to traffic court yesterday and a women came in to pled guilty to her speeding ticket and pay the fine. I cringe every time I see someone just pled guilty and pay the traffic ticket. Once you pay the ticket, you are admitting guilt. Not only are you paying...
10 Questions to Ask a Criminal Defense Attorney Before Hiring Them
I got a call yesterday from a women who wanted to fire her current criminal defense attorney because he wasn't communicating with her. Unfortunately, this happens at least once a month. While I want to support my fellow criminal defense attorneys, it can be hard...
How a DWI Charge In Louisiana can Impact your Job
Many people call our office worried how a DWI will effect their job. You may be up late at night worried if your boss is going to find out, what your co-workers are thinking and how much this will cost you. DWI charges is a serious charge but it doesn't have to ruin...
2 things you should not say to the other driver after a wreck
Many things happen during a motor vehicle accident, which can be confusing. You may be wondering if you are seriously injured or if your car is significantly damaged – and even why another driver would crash into you. All these can affect your ability to make the...
What should people know about Louisiana insurance after a crash?
Every day, people in Louisiana get into car crashes that damage their vehicles or even injure someone. After a wreck, those with property damage or medical costs will usually need to file an insurance claim. The driver who causes the crash according to the police...