From Sherlock Holmes to CSI, detective stories and police procedurals have long been wildly popular, and with good reason. They showcase seemingly superhuman powers of observation, psychological insight and the ability to see through lies and find objective truth. We...
Criminal Defense
Storytelling as the foundation of your defense
You’ve been telling stories since you first learned how to talk. Stories are how we make sense of the world and the events around us. Everyone is accustomed to listening to stories, including judges, juries, and prosecutors. Instead of remembering unconnected and...
5 tips for participating in your own criminal defense
When you face criminal charges, it is your future that is on the line. The outcome of your case affects you and your family more than anyone else. Therefore, you deserve to have a say in your defense. A good defense attorney will work with you and educate you along...
What does it take to go to trial in criminal cases?
Criminal cases always have high stakes. From DUI charges all the way to capital offenses, the accused’s livelihood and future are on the line, and that means people need something extra from their attorney. Most of these people ask themselves this: "Does my attorney...
What good does an aggressive defense do in a DUI charge?
Jail time, vehicle impoundment, hefty fines, license suspension and community service. These are short- and long-term consequences of driving under the influence (DUI) convictions. Seeking legal aid is a must if you believe the charge is unjust or the penalties are...
Evidence only matters in context
Anyone who has ever seen an episode of Law and Order or CSI will tell you that evidence is the most crucial part of a criminal case. However, those shows are fictional and, as such, often gloss over the reality: evidence is only as effective as its presentation. As...
The disputable strength of eyewitness testimony
Thanks in part to news reports and entertainment media a misperception about the strength of eyewitness testimony persists. Whether from television, books, movies or news anchors, individuals ascribe a disproportionate importance to the statements made by eyewitnesses...