Whether you take a plea deal in a sexual assault case depends on several factors, including but not limited to the following: The strength of the prosecution’s evidence against you The severity of the charge The prosecution’s willingness to negotiate Your lawyer’s experience and history in successfully winning sex assault cases against that particular prosecution’s …
Allegations of sexual assault are serious, even if if you have not been charged or contacted by law enforcement, and it is important to consult with an attorney who has specific experience defending against allegations of sexual assault immediately if you learn there is an allegation made against you or a loved one. Your attorney …
When law enforcement finds pornographic content featuring a minor on a person’s computer, the first step towards prosecution is proving possession of the computer. The next step is proving the person knew he or she possessed the file in question. Many factors come into play when law enforcement attempts to establish purposeful possession. A criminal …
At Berry Law, our criminal defense attorneys specialize in many areas, helping people facing charges that may result in potential jail time. Individuals facing these penalties are often worried about their best course of action or wondering about steps they could take to avoid serving time in jail if possible. Some of the most common …
When someone is accused of sexual assault on a college campus, this will typically trigger what is referred to as a Title IX (“Title 9”) Investigation. When the alleged conduct occurs off-campus, then it is possible a college’s non-discrimination policy or other disciplinary protocol may apply. Either way, if you are accused of sexual or …
Parents are allowed by law to interact with and discipline their children as they see fit as long as they don’t harm the child. Others who stand in for parents (in loco parentis—teachers, childcare providers, camp counselors, etc.) also are allowed by law to interact with children physically and verbally for the sake of the …
Driving in icy conditions is always dangerous, but even more so when large commercial vehicles like semi-trucks and tractor trailers are involved. According to the Federal Highway Administration, 22% of all motor vehicle accidents are weather-related. Winter weather, with its poor visibility, snow-and-ice-packed roads, and the hazards of snow removal equipment, causes the perfect storm …
Drowning can happen quickly. It only takes between 30 seconds and two minutes for a child to drown, making drowning the leading cause of injury-related death in kids. The sad reality is that these tragic accidents are largely preventable and are often the result of negligent behavior on the part of a pool manager or …
Large commercial vehicle accidents often result in severe and catastrophic injury and death. A fully loaded commercial truck can weigh up to 40 tons, which is 20 to 30 times the size of the average car on the road today. Passenger vehicles are simply no match for the weight and size of a tractor trailer, …
Each spring, warmer temperatures across the United States bring winter-weary motorcyclists out to enjoy the weather and shake off the winter blues. With better fuel economy and a chance to feel the wind on their face, an increasing number of Americans have turned to motorcycles for recreational purposes and to save money on transportation costs. …
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