Civil Injury Cases vs. Criminal Cases: What Happens After an Assault?
Assault can lead to two criminal charge routes: civil lawsuit or criminal charges. Criminal cases are more serious and involve...
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What Happens With My VA Benefits If I Go To Jail?
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has the authority to lower or terminate your VA benefits, although termination occurs very...
You Have The Right To Remain Silent: Understanding Your Miranda Rights
If you watch enough crime dramas, you've probably noticed a Miranda scene in most episodes. A police officer reads the...
Domestic Violence Arrest? What Happens Now?
A domestic violence arrest is not something to be taken lightly, regardless of whether you are innocent. A domestic violence...
Civil Rights Demonstrations and Knowing Your Rights
As communities come together to speak out against racial injustices in our society, more and more people are finding themselves...
Attorney Robert Botnick’s Response to the George Floyd Protests
For the past week, I have watched in awe, fear, admiration, and frustration at the demonstrations and ensuing chaos that...
Before Heading Back to the Bars…
Another night of drinking at home definitely beats spending 3 nights in jail. Police will be on the look out...
Can My Driving Record Be Sealed in Ohio?
Maybe in the past, you had a bit of a lead foot. Maybe the court had a warrant out for...
Civil Penalties for a Criminal Offense
On a regular basis, I will have a client contact me after he or she has been charged with a...
The Fear of Driving Under Suspension
Recently I was in court with a client who is facing a Driving Under Suspension (DUS) charge. For the past...
Putting the Brakes on Traffic Cameras
Last week in Hamilton County, Judge Robert Ruehlman ruled that the traffic cameras installed in the village of Elmwood Place...
When Can I File for Judicial Release?
This is a question I hear from my clients, their families, and folks I come across in the area's courts...
