After being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI), many people often wonder what this means for their employment. It may be possible to lose your job over this charge or for your employer to temporarily suspend you until a hearing is completed. However, you may be legally protected from…
If you are a defendant whose case is about to be brought to trial, you might be wondering how to avoid serious penalties. Unless you are confident that you and your attorney have a strong defense, it can be difficult to predict the outcome or the consequences of your case. One way to mitigate the…
When hearing the phrase driving under the influence (DUI), most people immediately assume the driver was drinking and driving. However, DUI laws also apply to drivers who are under the influence of drugs. Given the harsh penalties that follow conviction, it’s essential to have a reputable drug defense attorney on your side when you’re arrested…
Drug penalties can come with harsh penalties, even for first-time offenders. If you’re a non-U.S. citizen, the consequences may be more severe than if you were a citizen. Those who do not have citizenship status have fewer rights than citizens, and may face more challenges when fighting their charges. If you’re a non-U.S. citizen and…
It may be the most wonderful time of the year, but not everyone out and about is full of holiday cheer. In fact, throughout the holiday season, crime spikes. At this time of year, news reports focus heavily on crime and how to keep yourself safe. There’s a wide variety of crimes that increase, like…
Facing criminal charges can be a stressful and frightening experience. A criminal offense is defined as a crime against the state. Seeking legal advice as soon as you’re charged is vital because you could face time in prison, large fines, or both if you fail to present a compelling defense. Having an experienced criminal lawyer…
It has long been a question why some children commit crimes and not others. But in recent years, extensive scientific studies from child welfare associations, education bodies, and mental hygiene clinics have brought forth data that can better explain the contributing factors. Though each juvenile offense is the outcome of a complexity of causes, it’s…
There are dozens of popular television shows that paint a Hollywood portrait of criminal defense attorneys. Unfortunately, these TV hits do not accurately portray the effectiveness or expertise of criminal defense attorneys and the necessary role they play in helping individuals facing criminal charges. If you’ve recently been charged with a criminal offense in Louisiana,…
The state of Louisiana has one of the highest infection rates of COVID-19 in the country. Over the last five months, there have been 108,000 confirmed cases and more than 3,000 deaths as a result of the virus. Due to its widespread impact, businesses and social services shut down throughout the state. The court system…
Any life taken by murder is a terrible tragedy for the victim’s family, friends and the entire community, but it can be even more emotionally grueling for the family to learn that someone they loved was targeted because of characteristics like their race or sexual orientation. Louisiana prosecutes hate crimes to deter those motivated by…