The Baker Law Firm

CRIMINAL DEFENSE Felony Drug Charges – Client was facing over a decade in prison upon conviction of felony drug charges, however after declining the State’s offer and invoking the client’s right to a preliminary hearing the charges were dismissed entirely by the Judge after cross-examining multiple witnesses and shedding light on exculpatory evidence. Felony Drug Charges – Charges against client, and college student at the time, were ultimately dismissed. Second Degree Murder – After a thorough and lengthy investigation and multiple rounds of negotiations, the charges were significantly reduced and the client was placed on probation. Aggravated Assault – Dismissed by agreement after successful negotiations. Aggravated Domestic Assault – Client was facing the possibility of significant time behind bars, not to mention a felony on their otherwise flawless record, however after a preliminary hearing was held and cross-examination ensued, the Court significantly reduced the charges to misdemeanor false imprisonment, a significant reduction. Driving Under the Influence – Dismissed by agreement after a thorough investigation and presenting proof that potentially exculpatory evidence had been lost by the State.

NEGLIGENCE / PERSONAL INJURY: $1,250,000 Settlement - Co-counsel for a client who was a pedestrian when they were struck and severely injured by a negligent driver. $950,000 Settlement - Co-Counsel for one of several plaintiffs that received compensation following Multidistrict Litigation on a defective products case. $160,000 Settlement – Counsel for a client who was a pedestrian when they sustained injuries after being struck by a negligent driver. $150,000 Settlement – Counsel for a client who was a pedestrian in a crosswalk when they were struck and injured by a negligent driver.