Being accused of fraud is anything but a simple and minor situation. For many accused offenders, this allegation stems from his or her conduct in the work environment. Thus, a fraud charge could damage ones' reputation, tremendously impacting the employee's personal...
Baton Rouge Criminal Defense Law Blog
A vehicular crime charge can derail a student’s life. A strong defense is crucial.
Traffic around LSU and other college towns is sometimes so cluttered it might take you an hour to go a mile or two. Other times, traffic may flow quickly, allowing you not only to reach your destination on time but to arrive a few minutes early. In either situation,...
Don’t assume you have to plead guilty to DUI in Louisiana
If you have been arrested for drunk driving in Louisiana, you need to know the possible penalties, and you need to know the importance of a strong DUI defense. In addition to court-imposed penalties, reputation damage and job loss are possible collateral consequences...
Understanding the severity of marijuana charges in Louisiana
While possession of marijuana has been legalized in some parts of the country, marijuana possession remains a serious offense in Louisiana. If you stand accused of marijuana-related drug crimes, you may be facing severe consequences that could have a drastic impact on...
Louisiana becomes first state to ‘ban the box’ on college applications
One mistake can cost you dearly. If you had it to do over again, you might take a different direction, walk a better path, and that choice would change the way your life is going. If you are one of the many people in Louisiana with a criminal record, you already know...
What is the three strikes law in Louisiana?
Louisiana residents who are facing serious criminal charges can feel overwhelmed. A serious charge such as murder can change a life forever. In Louisiana, like many other states in the United States, there is a three-strike law for those who have been convicted of a...
Baton Rouge man accused of murder, arson
Murder is the ultimate crime in Baton Rouge. Both law enforcement and the public have zero tolerance for anyone who is accused of murder. A murder conviction can bring a defendant serious penalties, including decades in prison and even the death penalty. A Baton Rouge...
What are the factors that affect a person’s BAC?
Drunk driving is a serious offense in Louisiana. Most drivers understand how dangerous driving after drinking can be for both themselves and others on the road. But sometimes mistakes happen and a driver may be facing an unexpected drunk driving charge. Going out with...
Baton Rouge man accused of cashing over 25 stolen checks
There are many different types of crime a person can commit in Louisiana. Some of the lesser-understood crimes involve fraud of some type. These cases can be extremely complicated and tricky for law enforcement to unravel. Likewise, those who are accused of fraud may...
The False Claims Act and health care fraud
Health care fraud is a category of crime involving false claims made for insurance or health benefits. The U.S. government has estimated that health care fraud costs taxpayers up to $100 billion a year. The government seeks to prevent and penalize this type of fraud...
