Legal Insights & Defense Strategies
Stay informed and empowered with expert legal insights from Sallinger / Melancon Defense Attorneys. Our insights page features the latest updates on criminal defense strategies and case law developments to help you better understand your rights. Whether you’re looking for guidance on legal matters or want to stay ahead of changes in criminal law, our attorneys provide in-depth analysis and practical knowledge. Explore our latest articles below.
No Refusal and Forced Blood Extraction
Certain parishes institute a “no refusal” program. Under these programs, an individual who “refuses” to voluntarily submit to a breath test will be served...
AVVO, Go Rate Yourself!
For attorneys who rely on our reputations to stand alone without advertising like Allyson, ratings matter. Honest, legitimate ratings from clients, attorneys and those...
Louisiana Attempts Overdue Highway Beautification Project
A bill to be introduced to the Louisiana Legislature this session aims at curbing the abundant litter that burdens our state-wide highway systems. New...
Why I Speak to the Media (But Really Hate to Do So)
Simple answer, my clients. We live in a world of hashtags and five second sound bites. Reputations, careers, relationships and basic liberties are at...
How Much is Too Much?
Let me start with a disclaimer: I do not encourage anyone to get behind the wheel after consuming alcohol. Everyone is different. Your body,...
MYTHBUSTERS
As the heat of summer reaches depths of hell temperatures, Louisiana gears up for its favorite season. No, not fall – football season! While...
Feds Want BAC Reductions, MADD Opposes
The National Transportation Safety Board voted earlier this month to encourage states to lower their current legal blood alcohol content limits for drivers from...
Bones Regards Spock, The Ultimate OWI Practitioner
It has been said that practicing OWI defense law at its highest level is akin to playing three-dimensional chess. There are nuances and complications...
So You Think You Want A New Car…
Ahhh that new car smell. Sirius satellite radio. Plush leather seats. Burled walnut dash. Cool new hands-free parallel parking. Pre-installed breathalyzer, a permanent ignition...
Breaking Up Is Hard To Do
Calling social media “the next frontier in the developing law of the service of process over the internet,” a New York judge has allowed...