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May 15, 2012
  18 Year Old Arrested For Alleged Felony DUI Causing Innury
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Juliana Grevesmuhl, 18, from Tiburon, was arrested on suspicion of drunk driving early Tuesday May 15, 2012 after striking another vehicle and flipping her car on Highway 101.

Grevesmuhl lost control of her 1993 Lexis ES300, changed lanes and struck the left rear corner of a 2006 Honda Civic in the next lane.

The Civic struck a guardrail and the Lexus rolled over several times before coming to rest upside down.

Grevesmuhl pulled herself out of the vehicle with the help of a witness who had stopped, and she was arrested after CHP officers saw that she had been driving under the influence of alcohol.

The driver of the Civic, a 73-year-old Hercules man, also was taken to Marin General with scrapes to his chest, knee and back and pain in his abdomen.

Grevesmuhl was arrested on suspicion of felony DUI causing bodily harm and other charges.

Felony DUI charges are serious and a conviction is likely to result in jail time and excessive fines. Fortunately, our  Los Angeles DUI Attorneys know exactly how to handle driving under the influence cases effectively.

Our DUI Lawyers handle DUI cases on a daily basis and our defense strategy and legal approach has not failed us or our clients.

If you or someone you know is facing a DUI charge, do not waste any time and contact our drunk driving lawyers in LA and set up a free face to face consultation.

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March 23, 2012
  Woman Arrested For Felony DUI
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A Sacramento woman was arrested in Carmichael this past St. Patrick's Day weekend for driving while intoxicated and causing a vehicle collision that injured three teenagers, the California Highway Patrol announced Tuesday.

At about 12:50 a.m. Sunday March 18, 2012, Kaitlin Bennett, 26, was driving as she approached a red traffic signal. As Corey Dick, 18, from Sacramento was making a left turn onto northbound Hackberry on a green arrow, Bennett failed to stop for the red traffic signal and her vehicle hit Dick's car.

Some of the passengers failed to wear seatbelts and were ejected from the car and severely injured.

Bennett and her 26 year old passenger, Cortney Kavanas of Sacramento were not injured in the collision.

Bennett was arrested for a felony DUI with a blood alcohol content of more than .08 percent.

Being charged for a DUI can be devastating and result in some serious consequences especially if the charge is a felony DUI.

Our Los Angeles DUI Attorneys have a combined 75 years of experience and we handle DUI cases on a daily basis. We handle both the criminal proceeding and the DMV hearing for our clients and do whatever we can to get the best possible results.

If you are facing driving under the influence charges, contact our drunk driving lawyers and set up a free face to face consultation.

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March 13, 2012
  Drunk Driver Causes Collision By Driving The Wrong Way
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A car collision, which occurred on the night of March 9, 2012 in Folsom, California sent four people to the hospital. The collision was caused by an alleged drunk driver.

The incident occurred when a Nissan Sentra and a Toyota Camry collided head-on.

The driver of the Sentra, Karen Ann Benedict, 32, caused the accident by driving the wrong way. Benedict was arrested for driving under the influence resulting in serious injuries.

The three family members traveling in the Camry were treated at local hospitals for serious injuries.

A DUI is a charge that can be charged either as a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the circumstances. Most likely, a DUI causing injury will be charged as a felony which has consequences such as possible jail time, fines, probation, alcohol/drug abuse programs.

Our Los Angeles DUI Defense Attorneys have a combined 75 years of experience and we handle DUI cases on a daily basis. Our effective legal strategy, knowledge, skill, and experience guarantee our competent and aggressive representation.

If you are facing a driving under the influence charge, do not waste any valuable time and contact our  drunk driving Lawyers in L.A. and set up a free face to face consultation.

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February 21, 2012
  23 Year Old Councilman Arrested For Alleged DUI & Child Endangerment
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Jesse James White, a 23-year-old city councilman in the Central Valley was arrested on Monday February 21, 2012 on suspicion of driving under the influence and child endangerment.  

Oakdale officers were called to a scene of an accident and found a witness holding down White who allegedly tried to run away.

A small child was in the front seat and had suffered minor injuries.

White was arrested two years ago on drug possession charges. He was being sued by the City Council in 2011 to have him removed from office; the suit was dropped a few weeks ago.  

One huge key to our success is that our DUI defense attorneys go to court everyday and during our 75 years of combined experience, we have developed very useful connections with judges and prosecutors in the local courts. We know how DUI cases are handled and how to deal with them tactfully and in an effective way.

If you are facing a DUI charge, contact our drunk driving lawyers in L.A. who will handle both the criminal proceeding and the DMV hearing for you, and set up a free face to face consultation.

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February 16, 2012
  Church Van With 11 Passengers Hit By Alleged Drunk Driver
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On Saturday February 11, 2012, a church van was hit by a black BMW around 4 a.m.

There was eleven people in the van and all eleven suffered minor injuries but none were life threatening.

The suspect, whose identity has not been released by police, was arrested and booked for felony DUI.

Usually, a fourth DUI conviction, a DUI with injury or vehicular manslaughter will be charged as a felony in California.

A DUI with injury is considered a "wobbler" meaning that it can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony depending on the severity of the injury and the blood alcohol level; this is within the discretion of the District Attorney and this is where we step in as your Los Angeles DUI Attorney and do everything we can to avoid a felony DUI charge.

felony DUI charge can result in years in jail or state prison not to mention loss of privilege to drive.

If you are facing a felony DUI charge do not waste any time and contact our Los Angeles drunk driving lawyers immediately and set up a free face to face consultation.

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February 09, 2012
  Man Charged With Vehicular Manslaughter For Deadly DUI Crash
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Russell Hanson III pleaded not guilty to three felony counts and denied all allegations listed in a criminal complaint charging him with vehicular manslaughter.

Last year, Hanson was driving a 2007 GMC Yukon eastbound on the 210 Freeway about 9:53 p.m., when the Yukon crashed into a 1994 Lincoln Town Car that was stopped on the right shoulder of the freeway.

Victor Manuel Aviles, 77, was sitting in the back seat of the Town Car and died at the scene. The driver of the car, 76, suffered head and chest injuries.

Hanson was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence.

Hanson was charged with gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated, driving under the influence of alcohol and a drug causing injury, and driving with a .08 percent blood alcohol causing injury.

Hanson is facing some serious time in prison and an experienced, aggressive DUI Defense Attorney is essential in situations such as Hanson.

Our DUI Lawyers in Los Angeles have a combined 75 years of experience and handle all types of DUI cases on daily basis. We have handled vehicular manslaughter cases; DUI causing injury cases; felony DUI cases; and more. We know all the ins and outs of the DUI process and we can guarantee our competent and effective representation.

If you are facing a driving under the influence charge or any charge associated with a DUI, contact our drunk driving lawyers in L.A. and set up a free face to face consultation. We guarantee that you will not be disappointed.

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January 06, 2012
  Man Arrested For Alleged Drunk Driving Causing Death and Injury
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An alcohol related crash resulted in one dead and one critically injured. The man killed was Ricky Lee Lowe, Jr., 29, of Turlock, California.

The alleged drunk driver was 27-year-old Kurt Alan Knapp of Turlock. Knapp has been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol.

Knapp was driving a Chevy pickup with Lowe Jr. at approximately 60 mph. Knapp allegedly lost control of his vehicle and the vehicle ended up on its roof.

Lowe was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash and Knapp was airlifted to Memorial Medical Center in Modesto with major injuries. He is in stable condition.

Knapp is likely to be charged with vehicular manslaughter if he is found to have been driving under the influence. These are very serious charges that can result in long term imprisonment.

Our DUI Defense Attorneys have a combined 75 years of experience and we have handled thousands and thousands of DUI cases and have seen excellent results. We know the DUI process inside and out and our drunk driving lawyers handle both the DMV hearing and the criminal proceeding.

If you are facing a DUI charge (whether involving death or injury) contact our Los Angeles DUI Attorneys and set up a free face to face consultation.Our goal is to protect your rights, freedom, and license!

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December 12, 2011
  Woman Charged With DUI Injuring 13 Cyclists
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Christine Dahab from Los Angeles, California will face felony charges on December 22, 2011 arising from a traffic collision that took place in Culver City in June.

Dahab was driving under the influence and she hit and injured 13 cyclists.

The District Attorney's office charged Dahab with violating California Vehicle Code Section 23153 (A) [Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol causing injury], and California Vehicle Code Section 23153 (B) [Driving while Intoxicated above a .08 blood alcohol content, causing injury].

Both charges are felonies. Dahab will be formally arraigned at the Los Angeles Airport Court on December 22nd.

Driving under the influence causing injury charges are very serious and charged as a felony. As a consequence of the conviction, you may face imprisonment, fines, probation, license suspension/revocation, and alcohol and drug abuse programs.

Our Los Angeles DUI Defense Lawyers have a combined 75 years of experience and we know exactly what to do and how to do it to get our clients who are facing DUI charges the best possible results. Our drunk driving lawyers handle DUI cases on a daily basis and have seen great results. We are very well seasoned in the area of DUIs.

If you are facing driving under the influence charges, contact our DUI Lawyers and set up a free face to face consultation.

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October 03, 2011
  Accident Involving Two Drivers DUI, Leaves Three Children Injured
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Three children were placed under the care of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services this morning after a van in which they were passengers in collided with a car in Van Nuys. According to authorities, both drivers were driving under the influence of alcohol.

Sgt. Don Kelly of the Los Angeles Police Department's Valley Traffic, said the children were not properly secured in the van but fortunately none were seriously hurt.

The parents of the children had been drinking and called a friend to drive them home, but the friend had also been drinking, said R. Shaffer of Valley Traffic.  

Not only were the children placed in danger with a drunken driver, but they were not properly seated as well. A 4-month-old girl was in a tub used to wash feet instead of a baby car seat. A 2-year-old boy who had not been placed in a child safety seat suffered a red bruise on his cheek, and a 4-year-old girl sitting between her parents on a back seat had lump on her left cheek, Shaffer said.

The Mustang driver, who was also driving under the influence, was taken to a hospital for treatment of more serious injuries, he said.

Both drivers will face DUI charges. The driver of the van will also be booked on three counts of felony child endangerment because "it was his responsibility to make sure the children were in the proper restraints when he was driving," said Kelly.

Investigators were also talking to the Department of Children and Family Services in regards to whether the mother should face charges in connection with the case.

If you have been charged with a DUI, it is important that you  contact a experienced Los Angeles DUI attorney. The DUI attorneys at the  Hedding law firm have been successful in hundreds of DUI cases. Contact our office today and schedule a free face-to-face consultation.
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July 27, 2011
  LAPD Cruiser Struck by Drunken Driver
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A LAPD patrol car was hit by a suspected drunk driver this morning in South Los Angeles. The alleged drunk driver attempted to flee the scene, police said.

The suspect was driving a pickup truck and was heading south on Main Street around 2 a.m. when he allegedly ran a red light and hit the police car driving west on Jefferson Blvd., said LAPD spokeswoman Rosario Herrera.

The pickup driver and a passenger tried to flee on foot but were arrested three blocks away near Broadway Place and 36th Street, Herrera said.

The driver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and hit and run.

If you are facing a DUI charge, this could be a very confusing and scary time, regardless if it be your first time or a repeated offense. The DUI attorneys at the  Hedding law firm have experience in many DUI cases, whether it be you first DUI or 2nd or 3rd DUI. We have the knowledge and skills to handle your case.  Contact our office today to set up a free face-to-face consultation.
 

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July 13, 2011
  Pregnant Woman Injured in Suspected Drunk Driving Accident
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Authorities attempted to pull over a man for a traffic stop at about 3:18 a.m., but the man refused to stop. After a short pursuit, the driver crashed into several parked cars and then attempted to flee the scene. Police established a perimeter and were able to arrest him later. The passenger of the vehicle is pregnant, but she suffered minor injuries.

If you or a loved one have been charged with a DUI causing injury, it is important that you hire a DUI attorney. The DUI attorneys at the  Hedding Law firm have a combined 75 years of experience and been successful in hundreds of DUI cases.  Contact our office today to set up a free face-to-face consultation.
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June 20, 2011
  Ryan Dunn, Star of Jackass, Dies In Car Accident
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Police have confirmed that Ryan Dunn, 34, died early Monday morning in a car crash. Dunn was one of the stars from the show 'Jackass', and was known for pulling off some crazy stunts to the delight of his fellow thrill-seeking buddies.

The collision occurred at about 3:00 AM Monday morning, when Dunn's 2007 Porsche careened over the road's guardrail and into the wood before bursting into flames. It has not been confirmed if drunk driving was involved, however Dunn tweeted a photo of himself and two friends drinking just hours before the accident.

"Preliminary investigation revealed that speed may have been a contributing factor to the accident," police said in a press release. At this time the report categorizes the incident as an 'Auto Accident' rather than a DUI.

Both bodies suffered severe burns in the wreck and were initially unrecognizable. Police have confirmed that one of the victims was Dunn. The identity of Dunn's passenger will be revealed pending autopsy due out later today.

"Ryan was a wonderful person he really was the sweetest and nicest guy- he was like my extra son, everybody loved him," April Margera said.

DUI charge can affect a person in many ways, whether it be emotionally or in their everyday life. A car accident involving a DUI can be an even more frightening experience. If you have been involved in a DUI causing injury or death it is important that you hire an experienced attorney. The consequences related to these charges can be severe, you should not place your life in the hands of just any attorney. The  DUI attorneys at the  Hedding law firm have a combined 75 years of experience and are very knowledgable in DUI cases of all types. Contact our office today to set up a free face-to-face consultation.
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April 27, 2011
  Woman Facing Possible Felony Charges For DUI Causing Injury
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Miriam Delgado, 24, is facing possible felony charges for allegedly driving while under the influence and causing critical injury to a 7 year old child. She was booked on suspicion of child endangerment and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. The single-vehicle accident occurred about 4:20 a.m. According to Lt. Oscar Serrano, "for unknown reasons," the vehicle veered to the right and hit a palm tree. The child apparently was not wearing a seatbelt.

If you or someone you know is being charged with a DUI, contact our office today to set up a free face-to-face consultation with one of our DUI attorneys. The  penalties involved with a DUI can be very serious and it is important to have an experienced DUI attorney on your side. At the  Hedding law firm we have a combined 75 years of experience and have been successful in dozens of cases like these.


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December 27, 2010
  Drunken Driver Drives on the Wrong Side of the Road and Crashes Into another Car
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A 30 year old man was arrested in Burbank after allegedly driving the wrong way in the southbound lanes of the San Fernando road underpass colliding with an approaching car. The collision happened at about 12:45 a.m. Ezekial Rodriguez fled the scene on foot to a near by McDonalds. He was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, contributing to an injury collision and fleeing the scene. The names of the victims have not been released.

If you or someone you know is being charged with a DUIcontact our office today to set up a free face-to-face consultation with one of our DUI attorneys. The penalties involved with a DUI can be very serious and it is important to have an experienced DUI attorney on your side. At the Hedding law firm we have a combined 75 years of experience and have been successful in dozens of cases like these.

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November 22, 2010
  Man Arrested for Suspicion of DUI of Nitrous Oxide
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Jose Luis Gomez, 29, was arrested Saturday on suspicion of driving under the influence of Nitrous Oxide after a crash that killed a teenage and injured 2 others. According to police commander Steve Colon, Gomez was traveling a high rate of speed when he slammed his car into a tree. Officers believe Gomez's command of the vehicle was impaired after abusing Nitrous Oxide. Abuse of the inhalant can cause unconsciousness, disrupt heart rhythm, and result in brain damage.

If you have been arrested or charged with a DUI, contact our criminal defense attorneys today. We have 75 years of combined experience and have defended hundreds of people over the years. The DUI attorneys at the Hedding Law Firm understand the serious nature of these charges and we will do whatever we can to defend you. Call our office today at 818-986-2092, and set up a free face to face consultation.


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October 14, 2010
  Hit-And-Run Driver Found at Home with Scooter Still Stuck to Vehicle
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Bruce Barber was struck by a hit-and-run driver and is being treated for a broken leg and possible broken ribs. He was struck around 11:30pm by Jessica J. Eddy who was driving a 1997 BMW. Police did not indicated how they tracked down the vehicle, but when they arrived at Eddy's home, the scooter was still stuck to the front of the car. She was arrested for DUI, DUI with injury, leaving the scene of an accident, and driving with a suspended license. She has a prior California DUI conviction and is facing charges for a August DUI arrest in which she refused to submit to a breath test.

If you or someone you know is facing DUI and hit-and-run charges, you will need an experienced and qualified attorney on your side. The Los Angeles criminal defense attorneys at the Hedding Law firm have a combined 75 years of experience, and have been successful in many of these types of cases. Call our office today to set up a free face-to-face consultation. We will listen to all the facts surrounding your unique case and devise a proper plan of action.
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