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Archive for the ‘Criminal Law’ Category

What to do when encountering a police officer- some general guidelines.

While it is almost impossible to discuss all the different ways you can come into contact with a police officer, there are some very general guidelines to follow when you find yourself face-to-face with an officer.  1.  First and foremost, stay calm.  Take some deep breaths and relax (although I know this is easier said than [...]

What are peremptory challanges

Fortunately for our client’s we are Board Certified Trial Lawyers. As many of you know this is the highest achievement a Florida Lawyer may obtain. Although thankfully for our clients they have rarely personally experienced a jury trial, Matt and Steve are experts. One of the things we discuss with client’s are peremptory challenges. This [...]

we’ve moved

Hopefully when traveling in Bradenton you’ve noticed the new building going up @ 527 Manatee Ave East. We’re just a couple of blocks east of Manatee Memorial Hospital on Manatee Ave. East. It’s a beautiful building with all the latest features to allow us to provide the best in legal services. We still have the [...]

You’ve been solicited by a lawyer

You’ve just been arrested.  Don’t be surprised in suddenly your mailman groans over the high volume of “direct mail” solicitations you will receive from criminal lawyers wanting to represent you.  As with most high volume businesses whether it’s selling cars or groceries these business are built on get them in get them out with little [...]