On behalf of Neil S. Ruskin | Feb 23, 2017 | Firm News, Vehicular Assault Or Homicide
The answer is, it depends. This issue was brought front and center by an interesting case in which the suspect claims her drink was spiked which lead to a crime spree that ended in homicide (i.e. the death of another person). Usually, you need to intend to do...
On behalf of Neil S. Ruskin | Feb 13, 2017 | Drunk Driving Charges, Firm News
Aggravated DUI is an enhanced version of the basic DUI charge and thus also features elevated versions of the penalties. In the case of a basic DUI charge penalties can already be very significant, but in the case of an aggravated DUI, the punishments are much more...
On behalf of Neil S. Ruskin | Feb 13, 2017 | Drunk Driving Charges, Firm News
Drugged driving is the new hot-button issue among law enforcement officials. It is widely believed (with scant scientific evidence) that wider acceptance of marijuana will lead to higher rates of drugged driving. While the connection seems, logical there are few...
On behalf of Neil S. Ruskin | Feb 7, 2017 | Drunk Driving Charges, Firm News
DUI is defined as driving under the influence and refers to driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. A DUI charge is very serious and can lead to very severe penalties. Some common types of DUI defenses used to tackle a DUI...
On behalf of Neil S. Ruskin | Feb 7, 2017 | Drunk Driving Charges, Firm News
In this country, we tend to vilify anyone whose name is mentioned in the same sentence as the word “DWI.” Many immediately judge the person, condemning them before the facts come out or a trial is held. Rushing to judgment like that can often be a mistake,...
