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Frequently Asked Questions About Sexual Allegations In Divorce (SAID)

October 27th, 2009

What is S.A.I.D. Syndrome?

Because of the growing number of false sexual allegations in divorce cases the term SAID syndrome was created to identify the problem.

What are some scenarios in which we commonly see false allegations of sexual misconduct with a minor?

(1)The allegation of sexual abuse occurs only after a divorce or other legal proceeding is initiated; (2)…

Defending Arizona Aggravated Assault Cases

June 29th, 2009

Arizona Aggravated Assault cases come in many different forms:

(1) A person driving a vehicle, while impaired, injures another person; (2) A person who points a gun at another person and threatens them; or (3) A bar fight where one of the people suffers a “Serious Injury.”

Moreover, if a “dangerous instrument” is used or a “Serious Injury” occurs, then…

How to Read An Arizona Sentencing Chart – Part 1.

December 19th, 2008

The Arizona Supreme Court publishes a chart that summarizes the penalties for Arizona felony convictions.  While the chart is not all inclusive, it does show the sentencing ranges for most Arizona criminal convictions.  Below I have revised the chart and attempted to make it a little more “readable.”

To determine the sentencing range for a criminal conviction you need to…

What Remedies Are Available to Madoff's Victims?

May 18th, 2008

Everyone who invested with Bernard Madoff has lost a tremendous amount of money. The victims are not just wealthy businessmen. On the contrary, many of the victims were charities. What remedies and restitution are available to them? This video addresses these issues:

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