On Friday morning November 14, a deadly accident on US 84/285 in Santa Fe took the life of 40-year-old Celeste Maestas. Investigators weren’t certain at first who caused the crash, however they suspected 59-year-old Jimmy Griego, whose vehicle was found pulled off on exit 177. Griego allegedly left his SUV…
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Wisconsin Mother Arrested After Using Drugs in Hospital Day After Giving Birth
Recently, a Marshfield, WI woman was arrested for allegedly using drugs in her hospital room the day after giving birth, according to a news article at WAOW ABC 9. 34-year-old Reva Martinez gave birth at St. Joseph’s Hospital, where the Marshfield police chief said employees smelled a burning odor coming…
Terre Haute Woman Arrested for Suspicion of OWI with Three Children in Vehicle
On Friday evening November 14, 26-year-old Jakita Brown was arrested following an accident in Terre Haute in which she rear-ended a pickup truck. According to the Indy Star, three children were riding in Brown’s vehicle when the accident occurred. Police suspected her of driving drunk, and took Brown to the…
Driving on a Suspended License in Michigan is a Bad Idea
Motorists across the U.S. are arrested every day for driving on a suspended driver’s license. As experienced Michigan driver’s license reinstatement attorneys, we understand there are emergency situations in which you feel you have no choice but to drive. However, many people whose licenses have been suspended get back behind…
Celebrities Recently in the News for Drunk Driving
Michigan DUI defense attorneys know that anyone can be arrested for drunk driving, regardless of whether an individual is a celebrity, doctor, attorney, factory worker, or CEO of a large corporation. Recently, two people who many are familiar with from television have been arrested for DUI. Delvin Choice, a contestant…
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals Sends Murder Case Back to Court for a New Trial
On Wednesday November 5, the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals sent the murder case of Alfred Dewayne Brown, a man convicted in the 2003 death of a veteran Houston Police Officer, back to the lower court for a new trial. Brown allegedly shot Charles R. Clark during the course of…
Alleged Ohio Drug Trafficker Arrested in Indianapolis
On Friday November 7, a 29-year-old Columbus, Ohio drug trafficker was arrested in Indianapolis as he left a hotel. According to a news report at NBC4i.com, Oscar Vega-Gomez has eluded arrest since May of this year when he was charged by criminal complaint with conspiracy to possess with intent to…
Hunting Safety Tips for Michigan Deer Hunters
It’s the most exciting day of the year for many Michigan residents – opening day of deer season! On November 15, tens of thousands of hunters will take to the woods in pursuit of that ‘monster buck.’ While hunting is a fun and enjoyable sport for men and women alike…
Suspected Drunken Driving Crash in Arlington Leaves Three Dead
Michigan DUI attorneys understand the seriousness of being charged with driving under the influence, however when someone is injured or killed as a result, the consequences become far more severe. Recently, three people lost their lives in Arlington, Texas in a two-car crash involving a suspected drunken driver. The accident…
Memphis School Bus Driver’s License Was Suspended When He Wrecked Bus with Students on Board
Recently it was reported that a 25-year-old former school bus driver in Memphis was driving a bus with students on board without a license when he wrecked the bus on September 5. While none of the children were seriously injured, it was found that Tommy Anderson’s license had been suspended…