The Motion to Suppress: A Necessary and Important Defense Tool.

“In the jealous regard for maintaining the integrity of individual rights, the [Supreme] Court gave life to Madison’s prediction that ‘independent tribunals of justice . . . will be naturally led to…


Surprise! The Life of a Criminal Case After a Preliminary Hearing

The preliminary hearing is a critical but often frustrating phase for defendants going through the criminal-justice system.  While on the one hand the preliminary hearing can be a prime opportunity…


Anything You "Type" Can Be Used Against You

Social media is increasingly becoming a larger component of our lives. Because more of us are preserving our daily activities on various social media platforms, there is a concern that access to…


Protecting You From Your Past

Your past can haunt you!  That’s true in life, and it can be true in the courtroom.  Take Bill Cosby as an example. Bill Cosby is facing trial on sexual-assault charges related to one alleged victim.…