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Drunk Driving Defense

For even the most seasoned DUI lawyers, defending drunk driving cases has always presented special challenges. Today, mounting a successful drunk driving defense is more difficult than ever. That's why DWI attorneys rely on Drunk Driving Defense. Written by Lawrence Taylor and Steven

Sympathy For the Client

What’s the reaction when you tell people you’re a DUI lawyer? I remember people treating you slightly worse than the gum on the bottom of your shoe. I’ve represented judges, police officers, sports figures, actors. It covers all cross-sections of society, all income levels.

Illegal Search & Seizure in OWI Arrest

In Arizona v. Gant, 129 S. Ct. 1710 (2009), the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a police policy of searching the vehicle of every person arrested, without consideration of whether there is any danger to police or whether evidence will likely be found in the vehicle.

Challenging Prior Under Influence Convictions

Our Supreme Court used the United States Supreme Court case of United Stated v. Curtis, 511 U.S. 485 (1994) as its model in Hahn. United States v. Curtis essentially held that a defendant may not collaterally attack prior convictions in a current federal prosecution in a current federal...

Responsibilities of Employers in Managing Injury Claims

Employers and employees have to follow a particular set of steps whenever an employee suffers an injury while working. These steps should be followed to facilitate everything needed to deal with the injury.

When a Doctor Fails to Meet the Appropriate Standard of Care

Medical institutions and medical professionals have a duty to provide appropriate medical treatment to patients. Failure to provide treatment that meets this appropriate standard of care may amount to medical malpractice.

Tarpon Springs-Based Crossbow Manufacturer comes under Fire after users Suffer Severed Thumbs

This past July, four new lawsuits were filed against the crossbow manufacturer, making a total of 15 pending lawsuits, alleging that their crossbow models were responsible for severing off their thumbs.

Who is Responsible for a Rear-End Collision?

Rear-end collisions are among the most common accidents involving vehicles. Although determining liability in these claims is generally straightforward, there are some instances where unique factors may come into play.

DuPage Family Law Firm Recognizes Attorney's 2014 Accomplishments

Wheaton, Illinois divorce and family law firm Anderson & Associates, P.C. acknowledges attorneys Kiley M. Whitty and for her recent professional accomplishments.

What To Do If You Are In A Wreck With A Drunk Driver

What Happens If you Are Hit By A Drunk Driver

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