Police stop driver for speeding down on-ramp and onto highway. Young driver admits to drinking only “two” beers at sports bar. She claims she is unfamiliar with the posted speed limit. Defense focuses on the various disparities between standard filed sobriety results and fact that driver does not present with some of the classic indicators like slurred speech or glassy/bloodshot eyes. Not Guilty Verdict following trial.
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Not Guilty Verdict MA OUI Charge
Police notice driver operating without headlights. When blue lights are activated driver takes very wide right turn off main road before stopping. Police note odor of alcohol from driver and his slow speech. Driver admits to drinking a “few Heinekens, his favorite.” Arrest follows standard field sobriety tests. Post arrest breath test .10 is excluded by Defense challenge to scientific reliability of Draeger Alcotest 9510. Not Guilty Verdict following trial.
MA OUI Charge Dismissed
Police respond to scene of minor fender bender in Supermarket plaza. Driver admits to having a few drinks before returning to plaza to pick up his take-out pizza order. Police note odor of alcohol, glassy eyes and unsteadiness. Defense appears for trial on three (3) separate occasions, ready to challenge validity of field sobriety tests for 71 old driver and use booking video to show driver’s apparent sobriety. Necessary witnesses fail appear on each scheduled trial date. OUI charge dismissed by order of Court. Lifetime Lookback effects of Melanie’s Law avoided.
Protecting your rights after you’ve been in an accident
If you have been in any form of a serious accident, you are going to be rattled and emotionally on edge after the fact. You’ll also have to deal with several different people and agencies, ranging from law enforcement and fire personnel, doctors, insurance providers and attorneys representing the party who is at fault.
If you’ve been injured, then you are going to be feeling overwhelmed as well. Trying to work through what can be a complicated process can test even the hardiest of souls. That’s why it makes good sense to hire an accident lawyer to protect your rights and make sure that you can focus on healing as quickly as possible, allowing you to resume your normal life at the earliest possible time.
An attorney who specializes in handling accident cases will be able to draw upon years of experience and keep a bad situation from becoming even worse. They will aggressively defend your rights and defend your interests, making sure that any financial impacts as a result of your accident do not work against you.
An accident attorney’s value starts immediately because that is when you will be contacted by the other side’s insurance company, opening the possibility for negotiations to find a way to settle any damages, pain and suffering or medical bills you have incurred. Insurance companies must pay attention to their bottom line and will seek a fast and low settlement amount which you might be tempted to accept without someone negotiating on your behalf. Because an attorney deals with insurance companies all the time, they will be able to represent your interests from a position of strength, helping you to realize the maximum amount you may be entitled to.
An attorney will also bring objectivity to your situation. Removing the emotional quotient will allow for clear-headed decision making and will help to resolve your case in the shortest time possible.
Bowser Law serves clients in communities throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
Not Guilty Verdict MA OUI Charge
Driver stopped on Superbowl Sunday for Speeding violation. Police note odor of alcohol, slurred speech and glassy/bloodshot eyes. Driver does poorly on field sobriety tests and later complains of anxiety and claustrophobia while handcuffed in police cruiser. Post arrest breath test results of .19 excluded by defense challenge to scientific reliability of breath test device and calibration protocol. Not Guilty verdict following trial.
NH DWI Charge Dismissed
Police respond to citizen cell phone report of driver speeding and weaving in and out of traffic. Police respond to same area and observe vehicle having lane control issues. Driver is stopped but denies drinking anything, despite fact Police note and odor of alcohol coming from interior of vehicle. Driver claims he was not paying attention and was just in a rush to get home to Massachusetts following a family ski trip. Evidence from field sobriety testing is contradictory as the driver passes some tests but others indicate impairment. DWI Charge dismissed prior to trial.
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OUI 3rd found not guilty at jury trial. Mike and his staff are your best chance of having a favorable outcome.
Not Guilty Verdict NH DWI Drugs Charge
Police stop driver for speeding violation. Officer notes strange odor emanating from vehicle consistent with “Spice” and notes driver’s fingers are stained brown. Several Spice packets are strewn about interior of vehicle. Police engage driver in field sobriety testing and Drug Recognition (DRE) Exam. Defense challenges validity of DRE protocol without expert witness support. Not Guilty Verdict following trial.
Understanding the basics of personal injury law
If you have been injured due to the recklessness or careless actions of another person, you may be entitled to compensation for lost wages, pain and suffering, medical bills and other related expenses. Cases such as this fall under the broad umbrella known as personal injury law.
Your injury can come about as a result of a car accident, a slip and fall, poorly lit conditions, or any number of ways that can result in everything from scrapes and broken bones, to more serious injuries requiring long-term medical care.
To prove you are entitled to damages in a personal injury case, you and your attorney must show that the other party was negligent in their actions. There are four parts to proving negligence:
- It must be proven that the defendant had an obligation to provide a reasonable level of care. For example, if they are driving, they must obey the speed limit and not drive drunk.
- It must be proved that the defendant breached their duty of care. Driving drunk, or failing to keep a common area free from tripping hazards when they are known to exist are common examples of a breach of care.
- It must be proved that the defendant’s actions or failure to act, was a direct cause of the conditions that led to the injury. Speeding on a freeway that a plaintiff is also on, with witnesses that can attest to the illegal driving, provide such proof.
- It must be shown that the resulting injuries did cause some sort of damages to the plaintiff. This usually takes the form of medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering damages.
Bowser Law serves clients in communities throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire.
What to look for in a criminal defense attorney
If you’ve run afoul of the law, then you’re going to need the best possible representation to give you the best possible chance at beating the case and preserving your freedom. While there are many talented criminal defense attorneys to choose from, finding the right one can make all the difference in the world…in this case, the difference between incarceration and fines, or freedom to move forward with your life.
So what exactly should you look for when you need to hire an attorney? Here are some things to consider:
Experience. Not just any experience, but the right kind of experience for your particular situation. So many attorneys are specialists and therefore subject matter experts in their narrowly defined niche. To give yourself the best shot at winning, you need to find someone who matches your type of case. Do not fall for a “one size fits all” approach.
Familiarity with local courts and prosecutors. You will reap considerable benefits if you retain an attorney who knows the local court system, judges and prosecutors. That familiarity can help negotiate a plea bargain for you and help to understand what is likely to happen if a case goes to trial, based on previous tendencies.
Outstanding communication skills. Unless you are already very familiar with the court system, you are going to be somewhat intimidated and have lots of questions about your case and your legal standing. An outstanding lawyer will be available to you and be able to answer a variety of questions you are sure to have regarding your case.
Reputation and references. As part of your due diligence, make sure you find out a potential attorney’s track record. Ask for references. Ask them to give specific examples of how they handled previous cases similar to yours and what the outcomes were.
Bowser Law serves clients in communities throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire.