Recent Blog Posts in July 2010

Testimony began yesterday in the criminal trial of Leonel Franco-Avina for the death of 30-year-old Aaron Haynes last November 23^rd.  Franco-Avina allegedly had a blood alcohol content of 0.425 when he drove the wrong way on the northbound lanes of East Beltline Avenue and hit Haynes head-on.  Franco-Avina's alleged blood alcohol was more than 4 times the legal limit prompting the prosecutor's argument that Franco-Avina be convicted of second-degree murder, not drunken driving causing death.  If convicted of second-degree murder, Franco-Avina could face life in prison and reportedly deportation.

Have you or a loved one been arrested for OWI or DUI, vehicular manslaughter or murder? If so, a lawyer at Freedman & Freedman may be able to help. We handle these types of cases throughout the metro Detroit area including Warren, Sterling Heights, Troy, Rochester Hills and Royal Oak, Michigan. No matter the unique circumstances of your case, a Michigan criminal law attorney can offer you a free case evaluation and determine what we can do to help you.

Arrested for DUI/OWI, vehicular manslaughter or murder in Warren, Sterling Heights or Troy, Michigan? Contact a Michigan criminal lawyer today!

Earlier this month, four young girls operating a lemonade stand were robbed of $40.00 in Pontiac.  Two suspects in their late teens have already been apprehended and the third suspect, Keyon Lamar Miller, 17, was reportedly arrested at his home on Friday.  He is being charged with larceny from a person and was arraigned on Sunday.  One of the other suspects is also being charged with assault for pushing the mother of the girls in the face when she confronted him about the robbery.  Another suspect is being charged with marijuana possession after an officer noticed he had a marijuana cigarette stuck behind his ear as he was being questioned by police on the street.  It is being reported that Miller is believed to be the suspect that grabbed the box of money and ran away with it. 

If you or someone you know has been arrested for or accused of any type of theft crime, assault and battery or any drug-related crime, contact Freedman & Freedman.  Our firm takes on these cases throughout Warren, Sterling Heights, Troy, Rochester Hills and Royal Oak, Michigan.  For a free case evaluation, contact Freedman & Freedman today!

In the early morning hours of Saturday, a vehicle nearly rear-ended a police vehicle on South Ballenger Highway in Flint.  It is being reported that the driver appeared to be highly intoxicated and almost fell down as he got out of his car.  It is being alleged that the driver had a 0.21 blood alcohol content and he was arrested on suspicion of drunken driving. 

Have you or a loved one been arrested for OWI or DUI? If so, a lawyer at Freedman & Freedman may be able to help. We handle OWI defense for clients throughout Warren, Sterling Heights, Troy, Rochester Hills and Royal Oak, Michigan. No matter the unique circumstances of your case, a Michigan DUI attorneycan offer you a free case evaluation and determine what we can do to help you.

Arrested for DUI/OWI in Warren, Sterling Heights or Troy, Michigan? Contact a  Michigan DUI lawyer today!

At approximately 1:00 a.m. Sunday, security observed a 1993 Chevrolet crash into a concrete pole in the 7000 block of North Saginaw Street near East Carpenter Road in Flint.  The Chevrolet fled the scene of the accident but security followed the youth to a different location where it was allegedly observed that the male had a bag of Combos filled with cocaine.  The young man was then arrested for cocaine possession, driving without a license and for failure to stop at the scene of an accident.

Has your child been arrested? If you are looking for an attorney experienced in defending juvenile crime charges, Freedman & Freedman can help. At Freedman & Freedman we take on all types of juvenile crime cases throughout Michigan including Farmington Hills, West Bloomfield, Troy, Rochester Hills, Sterling Heights , Warren and more. Some of the types of cases we handle include:

• Petty theft
• Shoplifting
• Drug crimes
• Vandalism
• Arson 
• DUI / drunk driving
• Violent crimes
• Sex crimes
• Auto theft

Contact a  Michigan juvenile crime lawyer at Freedman & Freedman today for your free case evaluation.

In Northern Michigan, several people have come forward with reports that their credit card information was stolen from people overseas.  One of the individuals is Ashlee Ritchie.  She said that someone used her stolen credit card information in Spain.  After learning of the credit card fraud, she called her bank and they took care of it right away.

However, Ritchie is not alone as several people have had their credit card information stolen from cards that are held at differing banks.  The charges on their cards have reportedly ranged from $200 to $5,000. 

Ritchie told news sources that she continues to check her bank account balances every day.  "You just don't expect it to happen to you, and then you just find out that they're getting into your account."  She also said, "It's just scary, and there's people out there who don't check their balances or their accounts, and people just need to be aware of the situation."

When interviewed, Chemical Bank in Michigan said that debit and credit card fraud are on the rise.  While the bank has teams to monitor transactions and to help protect customers from identity theft, it continues to receive reports of fraud and urges customers to watch their accounts.

If you have been charged with theft or a white collar crime such as fraud, now is the time to hire a Michigan criminal defense lawyer.  Contact Freedman & Freedman now!

A 47-year-old Grand Blanc woman was arrested on suspicion of operating while intoxicated and child endangerment on July 4^th after crashing into a utility pole.   It is reported that the woman blew a 0.27 on a breath test at the scene of the accident and admitted to having two drinks that night.  A 10-year-old child was in the vehicle.  The woman was arrested, her vehicle impounded and the child turned over to the woman's fiancé.

Have you or a loved one been arrested for OWI or DUI? If so, a lawyer at Freedman & Freedman may be able to help. We handle OWI defense for clients throughout Warren, Sterling Heights, Troy, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak and more. No matter the unique circumstances of your case, a Michigan DUI attorney can offer you a free case evaluation and determine what we can do to help you.

Arrested for DUI/OWI in Warren, Sterling Heights or Troy, Michigan? Contact a Michigan DUI lawyer today!

Hayes Bacall of Farmington Hills, was arraigned in the shooting death of BP gas station owner, Saif Jameel that occurred last Friday.   Bacall is believed to be the uncle of Jameel.  Police say that Jameel was in the back room of the gas station, located near the Somerset Collection mall, and was meeting with someone when Bacall walked into the room.  Jameel was shot multiple times with a 40-caliber semiautomatic pistol.  Bacall waited at the gas station to be arrested.  He is charged with first degree murder and possession of a firearm in the commission of a felony.

If you or someone you love is under investigation for, has been arrested, or has been charged with murder or manslaughter, it is important that you talk to a criminal defense attorney immediately. At Freedman & Freedman, we represent clients in these cases throughout Michigan including Troy, Farmington Hills, Detroit, Bloomfield Township, Southfield, Sterling Heights, Warren and more. We understand that all you know and have worked for may be at stake. If you work with a lawyer at our firm, we will fight for you and will strive to reach the best outcome possible for your unique case.

Contact a Michigan murder defense lawyer at Freedman & Freedman today for a free consultation.

Last week Friday, it is reported that the President of the Detroit Lions was arrested for driving under the influence.  At the time of his DUI stop, Tom Lewand allegedly had a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) that was twice the state's legal blood alcohol limit,

Lewand was stopped by police after driving erratically during Friday's evening hours.  Officers say that Lewand was driving a sports utility vehicle when they say him crossing from one lane into another after leaving a bar parking lot.  Lewand's breath test result was .21%.  He took the test one hour after his arrest.

When stopped by police, Lewand told then that he has "not drank in a year and a half".  He said that he had stopped at the bar as a designated driver and was there to pick up a friend.

Police issued Lewand with a citation for operating while intoxicated in Denton Township.  He later apologized for his actions.

If you have been charged with DUI in Michigan, you owe it to yourself to obtain legal representation immediately.  Contact Freedman & Freedman to speak with a Michigan criminal defense attorney now!

Plainwell Mayor Richard Brooks was arrested Wednesday night on suspicion of drunk driving.  He was arrested after leaving the Tenth Street Saloon.  This matter remains under investigation.

If you have any questions regarding an OWI or DUI arrest, charge, or conviction in Oakland or Wayne County, an experienced Michigan DUI attorney at Law Offices of Freedman & Freedman would be happy to answer your questions and discuss your case. To arrange a consultation, please fill out a free case evaluation or contact Freedman & Freedman today by calling (877) 858-5297!

It is being reported that police from Michigan and six other states will engage in ramped-up efforts to crack down on drinking and driving this 4^th of July weekend.  On Friday night, police and the other states will focus on the I-94 corridor as it is reportedly the “busiest and most injury-crash-prone corridor in Michigan ,” according to Michigan State Police Capt. Harold Love.  Police patrols will be aided by aerial surveillance in the metro Detroit area and near Jackson .

The I-94 Corridor Enforcement Project will coincide with a statewide Drunk Driving:  Over the Limit, Under Arrest campaign that will run through July 11 in 30 counties.

A DUI or OWI conviction can have numerous negative consequences. Of course, imprisonment is one of the most serious consequences. However, even losing your driver’s license for an extended period of time can cause economic hardship and a great deal of stress. Relying upon friends, family members, and public transportation to get to and from work or school is not only a hassle, but you may not be able to get where you need to go on time. You may also face fines, community service and probation for a conviction. Loss of employment is yet another potential side effect.

If you or a loved one has been arrested for OWI or DUI, a lawyer at Freedman & Freedman may be able to help. We handle OWI defense for clients throughout Warren, Sterling Heights, Troy, Rochester Hills and Royal Oak , Michigan . No matter the unique circumstances of your case, a Michigan DUI attorney can offer you a free case evaluation and determine what we can do to help you.  Contact Freedman & Freedman today!