Police officers are held to a higher standard, especially when it comes to avoiding any participation in criminal activity. When rumors surface of an officer facing accusations for criminal conduct, the public is often quick to judge before the evidence is presented....
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Steps for protecting yourself after a car crash
As you take a short drive to town on a sunny day, life may feel good. However, your trip may quickly take a turn for the worst if another motorist strikes your car unexpectedly. All of a sudden, your short drive on a sunny day may turn into a long, gloomy ordeal....
After conviction, DUI expungement may be possible
The good news is that the number of fatal crashes in Louisiana is dropping, possibly due to law enforcement working hard to keep drunk drivers off the road. The bad news for drunk drivers is that the number of DUI arrests over the Labor Day weekend was more than twice...
Even minor drug charges merit a strong defense
If you are facing criminal charges of any kind, you know that there is much at stake. Your personal freedoms are at risk, and you could be saddled with other fines and penalties that may affect multiple areas of your life. This is true for Louisiana residents who are...
Saints player facing drunk driving charges
Willie Snead, a player for the New Orleans Saints, is facing criminal charges related to an intoxicated driving accident in June. Earlier in the summer, he was arrested and charged with drunk driving and for failing to remain in control of his vehicle. The arrest came...
Man charged with vehicular homicide following accident
Construction zones are notoriously confusing. Workers often must reroute traffic patterns, employ random stops and move through traffic with machinery to complete their projects. In certain areas of Louisiana, construction areas become congested, and accidents are...
Drunk driving charges for Louisiana man after fatal accident
Driving under the influence is never acceptable, and those who do so place others' lives in danger. However, it is also true that Louisiana law enforcement may sometimes be overly zealous in their attempts to stop drunk driving. Additionally, tests that determine the...
Many changes to Louisiana laws including for criminal defense
There are many new laws coming to Louisiana this month. In fact, a recent report suggests that there are over 200 changes being made to the state's laws. Many of these could affect those who have been accused of a crime and must present a criminal defense. Among the...
Drug charges may end in long sentences for accused Louisiana men
Local, state and federal agencies joined forces recently in wide-sweeping drug investigation. The investigation spanned two states. When it concluded, several people in Louisiana were arrested and convicted on drug charges. According to a report, officials...
The dangers of fatigue among commercial vehicle drivers
Fatigue can be a hindrance in numerous avenues of life. In many cases, drowsiness or tiredness could simply be an inconvenience. However, in others, it can be dangerous, perhaps especially if the drowsy party is behind the wheel of a semitrailer. If you recently...