Our partner Adam Bernstein took a unique approach for a recent defendant in the case of a hit-and-run accident on the highway last year. The case, which has been reported on by the local news, gives an example of an approach to justice that many defendants and defense attorneys may find useful.
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After an accident involving property damage or bodily injury, all parties must exchange information, law enforcement must be notified, and the accident must be reported. However, leaving the scene of an accident (a “hit-and-run” accident) is more common than you might think. There are some steps you should take after an accident, whether you believe you are at fault or not, to protect yourself and others.
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When someone is released on a bond, what does that actually mean? Sometimes, people don’t even get the opportunity to be released on a bond — why is that? We’ll talk about bail bonds, what they do, and how they work in this informative post.
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Intimate partner violence (IPV) is an issue that’s getting more coverage lately as people become more aware of the problem. It’s surprisingly and unfortunately common. According to the CDC, one in four women and one in ten men experience intimate partner violence in their lifetime. In order to combat intimate partner violence, a term sometimes used interchangeably with domestic violence, it’s important to understand what IPV looks like and how it affects people.
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If you’ve been charged with a criminal offense, it may be frightening to think about which steps you should take next. Your first step should be to consult an experienced and trustworthy attorney, but how do you determine which criminal defense lawyer is right for you?
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