Category: Blue Line Lawyer

I will continue my series, Lawsuits Against LEOs, next week for today is a sacred day, 09/11/10. Nine years ago, a group of cowards killed nearly 3000 people. While all those who perished were not…

If you have been a LEO for more than five minutes, someone has probably threatened to sue you. While the context changes from domestic disputes to the execution of search warrants and complicated arrests, LEOs…

Okay, Okay. You probably think you know the answer to this one: MONEY! However, that is not always the case. People file lawsuits for many reasons. For instance, I defend a lot of suits by…

This will be a series of posts devoted to the legal process surrounding a suit against a LEO. My goal is to shed some light on issues such as why people sue LEOs, what can…

Well, I remained quiet as long as I could. I’ve watched and listened for months as the media debated the pros and cons of what they called, “The Arizona Law.” By the way, the law…

By Associated Press For the AJC 12:53 p.m. Thursday, August 12, 2010SAVANNAH — A federal judge says he won’t reconsider testimony he refused to hear in court in the case of Georgia death row inmate…

I have been honored to represent several LEOs before the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Council. I have advised and assisted many more without formally representing them. I am dedicating this blog article…

I know, I know. It’s bad enough that I used the word “insurance” in the title, but “insurance law,” that is a real challenge!! Stay with me on this. I have been honored to represent…

As this political season heats up, I continually receive questions about whether or not LEOs can participate in the political process. The short answer is, “Yes!” You can have yard signs and bumper stickers on…

The Public Safety Employer-Employee Safety Act also passed the House during the Bush administration. Contrary to the rumors, this law provides three critical points that should provide for broad support: *This Bill prohibits Strikes and…