Misdemeanor Vandalism

Client with mental health issues was arrested for working at illegal marijuana “grow house”, which, unknown to him, was actually a “grow house” franchise. Client was charged with multiple counts of vandalism for the modified houses and theft of utilities in the amount of hundreds of thousands of dollars. Client was facing 3-6 years in State Prison. Client pled to one misdemeanor vandalism charge and received 20 days community labor, to be completed over the course of two years.

Prescription Drug DUI

Los Angeles County client was arrested for a prescription drug DUI. Due to an aggressive pre-file investigation, the case was only filed as a “dry reckless,” which resulted in no license suspension or related DUI conditions.

DUI

Santa Barbara County client charged with driving under the influence of a controlled substance. The case was reduced to a wet reckless.

Public Intoxication

Van Nuys misdemeanor. The client was drunk in public, and the case was dismissed after the client’s completion of AA’s

Two Counts Resisting Arrest & One Count Disturbing the Peace

Ventura County client was arrested and charged with two counts resisting arrest and one count disturbing the peace by foul language. Case was dismissed after client completed a 6-month mental health treatment plan.

Attempted Murder

Mentally ill client in Orange County was charged with attempted murder for assaulting his father and chasing him with a knife. Client was facing life in prison. Client was given probation and sentenced to a residential treatment facility with no additional jail time.

Lewd Acts on a Minor

Ventura County client charged with lewd acts upon a minor and faced up to 8 years in state prison. The District Attorney had DNA evidence. The case went to trial which resulted in a hung jury.

Multiple Charges of Unlawful Firearm

The client licensed to carry a concealed firearm brandished the firearm against a would-be attacker. The client was charged with unlawful possession and carry of a loaded firearm, unlawful concealed carry of a firearm, and making criminal threats. The client faced more than a year in County Jail, the loss of his concealed carry permit, and an inability to own firearms, which would have put his job as a security consultant at risk. The client’s case was dismissed.

Arson

Mentally ill client in San Diego County was charged with arson for setting fire to a mattress in his board and care facility. He was facing up to 6 years in state prison. The client never had to serve any custody time and the case was ultimately dismissed.

Third-Time DUI

Ventura County client charged with third-time DUI. The client faced 120 days in Ventura county jail. The client served 120 days on electronic monitoring.

Aggravated Trespass, Child Abuse, Resisting an Officer & Vandalism

Ventura County client was arrested and charged with aggravated trespass, child abuse, resisting an officer, and vandalism. Client was facing a year in jail. Client received mental health diversion which included regular therapy visits and no custody time.

Arson

Los Angeles County client was facing arson charges for setting fire to a neighbor’s vehicle. Client was facing 6 years in state prison. Client was given probation and residential treatment.

Excessive Force

Client died in police custody.

Attempted Murder & Kidnapping

Los Angeles County client is charged with attempted murder and kidnapping. The client was facing life in prison. Both charges were dropped. The client ultimately plead no contest to one accessory after the fact charge and received time served with probation.

Felony Vandalism of an Automobile

Client was arrested in Orange County for felony vandalism of an automobile as a result of a mental health episode. Client faced more than one year in jail and an inability to obtain a professional license in his field. Client’s case was dismissed after proof of out-patient mental health treatment.

Sexual Assault

The client was arrested in Los Angeles County for allegedly forcing a member of the opposite sex into performing a sexual act. The client was facing a maximum sentence of 5-7 years if convicted, and a devastating blow to both his professional career and personal relationships. Due to pre-file intervention, the Client’s case was never filed, and the reporting party was investigated for falsifying information to the police.

Third-Strike Robbery

Los Angeles County client was facing life in prison for a third strike robbery. The case was dismissed by the judge at the conclusion of the preliminary hearing.

Wrongful Death

Wrongful death lawsuit involving an automobile collision.

Misdemeanor Lewd Conduct

Mentally ill client in Los Angeles County was charged with misdemeanor lewd conduct. Client was facing 6 months in jail and registration as a sex offender. As a result of demonstrating his significant mental health issues, the case was completely dismissed by the Los Angeles City Attorney.

Robbery, Residential Burglary & Criminal Threats

Los Angeles County client with a prior felony conviction and prison sentence was charged with robbery, residential burglary and criminal threats. Client was facing over 10 years in state prison as well as multiple strikes. Client received mental health diversion which included 6 months in a residential facility followed by out-patient treatment for an additional year and a half.

Felony Domestic Violence

Client with mental health issues was arrested for felony domestic violence. Facing up to 5 years in jail. Was able to get the case sent to a Los Angeles City Attorney hearing, where the hearing officer decided to not file the case. No charges were ever filed.

Vehicular Manslaughter

The client was making a left turn onto a busy highway when he was struck by a motorcyclist. The motorcyclist died upon impact. The client was accused of 192(c)(2) [Vehicular Manslaughter]. The client faced a maximum sentence of one year in Los Angeles County Jail. The client pled to the charges and received 10 days of community labor.

Sexual Battery

The client was accused of groping a houseguest’s genitalia without permission. The client was charged in Orange County with 243.4(a) [sexual battery] and faced registration as a sex offender for a period of at least ten years. The client pled to battery and avoided any registration requirement.

Felony Domestic Violence, False Imprisonment & Resisting Arrest

Santa Barbara Count client with a prior felony record was charged with felony domestic violence, false imprisonment and resisting arrest. Client was facing 7 ½ years in State Prison. Client received probation with 6 months in a residential dual-diagnosis facility to treat his drug addiction and mental health issues.

Public Intoxication & Resisting Arrest

The client was arrested in Santa Barbara for felony resisting arrest and public intoxication. Due to early intervention, no case was filed.

Gang- Related Shooting

Los Angeles County client was charged with a gang-related shooting. He was facing over 50 years to life in prison. The case went to trial and the client was found not guilty of all charges.

Attempted Murder & Criminal Threats

Our team secured a major victory for a client facing life in prison on charges of attempted murder and criminal threats. After presenting a comprehensive mental health treatment plan and demonstrating our client’s commitment to ongoing care, the court agreed to grant mental health diversion. Under the court’s order, our client will continue in his current outpatient treatment program, and upon successful completion of the two-year diversion period, his case will be fully dismissed and sealed. This outcome not only protects his future but also ensures he receives the support and treatment he needs rather than being subjected to lifelong incarceration.

Multiple Counts of Fraud

The client was alleged to have carried out a scheme by which he would use fake store gift cards to purchase items. The client was charged with eleven separate counts including illegal use of a false or fake gift card, illegal use of false or fake information on a card to purchase items, and fraud. The client was facing a maximum sentence of 4-5 years in State Prison. The client pled to a single use of a false card and fraud and received 15 days of community labor and probation.

Felony Sexual Assault

Ventura County client charged with felony sexual assault and misdemeanor sexual battery. Faced up to 8 years in prison and lifetime registration as a sex offender. The matter was taken to a preliminary hearing and the District Attorney reduced the charges to felony false imprisonment. The client served 180 days in the county jail with no registration requirement.

Felony Vandalism

A Santa Barbara client was arrested for felony vandalism. Due to early intervention, the case was referred to Pre-file Diversion and no case was filed.

Traumatic Brain Injury

Client was rear ended on the freeway resulting in a traumatic brain injury.

Carrying a Concealed Firearm

Ventura County client charged with carrying a concealed firearm in a vehicle and possession of a firearm while under the influence of drugs. The client faced three years and four months in State Prison. The client served 180 days on electronic monitoring.

Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycle accident where our client was cut-off in traffic and fractured his elbow. Settled case for $100,000 policy limits without needing to file the case.

2nd Strike for Felony Criminal Threats

Los Angeles County client facing a 2nd strike for felony criminal threats. Client was facing up to 16 years in State Prison due to his prior criminal record. Client received a suspended prison sentence with probation and residential treatment.

Slip & Fall

Client was injured in a large complex after being on notice of the unsafe condition of its stairs.

Felony Evading & Resisting Arrest

Mentally ill client was charged with felony evading and resisting arrest. Was facing 3 years in Ventura County jail. Received treatment through the Ventura County mental health court with no custody time.

Battery & Criminal Threats

The client was cited for battery and criminal threats outside a theme park in Los Angeles County. Due to early intervention, no case was filed.

Excessive Force

Client died in police custody after suffocating as a result of law enforcement conduct.

Alleged Unwanted Sexual Contact

Federal civil rights case where an incarcerated client alleged sexual contact from a guard at the facility. With no video or other evidence demonstrating the alleged contact took place, the case still settled for $250,000.

DUI Enhancement

The client was arrested in Los Angeles County for a DUI traveling 90 over 80 MPH on a city street and evading officers. The client was charged with a DUI enhancement for excessive speed. Though usually, the mandatory minimum sentence for the enhancement is 60 days jail in addition to the 180 days maximum sentence for the DUI, the client spent two days in jail and two weeks on house arrest in lieu of jail.

Stabbing With Knife

Los Angeles County client was charged with attempted murder for stabbing his step-father with a knife. Client was facing life in prison. Client received a verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity and was sent to a State Hospital instead of prison.

Domestic Abuse

The client faced 180 days in jail and the potential loss of his job due to charges of domestic abuse. The client received 30 days of community labor and probation and was able to keep his job.

Narcotic Trafficking & Conspiracy

Ventura County client was charged with major narcotics trafficking and conspiracy. Bail was initially set at one million dollars due to the large quantities involved. Due to an aggressive defense, the case was completely dismissed.

Voluntary Manslaughter

Our client was charged with voluntary manslaughter and faced 11 years in state prison after being accused of fatally stabbing a passenger in his vehicle following an altercation. After a thorough investigation and aggressive defense strategy, we successfully challenged the prosecution’s case at the preliminary hearing. We then filed a motion to dismiss all charges, which the prosecution opposed. After careful consideration, the judge granted our motion, and the entire case was dismissed.

Destroying a Hotel Room With Excess of $10,000 in Damages

Los Angeles County client arrested for destroying a hotel room with excess of $10,000 in damages. Client was facing 2 years in State Prison with and potential inability to obtain a professional license in his field. Client was granted mental health diversion. Client’s case was dismissed and sealed after successful completion of the program.

Resisting a Police Officer During a Traffic Stop

Ventura county client was arrested for resisting a police officer during a traffic stop. Case was dismissed after client completed informal diversion; a 6-month mental health treatment plan. Client’s arrest records were later successfully sealed.

Assault

Client was arrested in Los Angeles County for two different assault cases. The victim in the second case was an elderly man. Client was at risk of a sentence of 9-14 years. Client pled guilty and received 6 months in a mental health facility. No jail.

Multiple Counts of Fraud

The client was an attorney accused of engaging in fraud against multiple automobile insurance companies. An aggressive pre-filing defense resulted in no charges being filed and the investigation being dropped.

DUI

Ventura County client charged with driving under the influence of a drug. Suppression motion was granted and the case was dismissed.

Wrongful Termination

Client was unlawfully terminated after 19 years of service because of her gender.

Uber Accident

The client is a passenger in the backseat of an Uber that is struck by another vehicle going through an intersection. The client suffered a laceration to the scalp and soft tissue injuries to his back.

Arson

Los Angeles County client was charged with arson for setting fire to a neighbor’s vehicle. Facing at least 7 years in prison and a strike. Client was sentenced to probation and a residential treatment program.

Indecent Exposure

Los Angeles County client charged with exposing himself in public outside of a school. The client was facing 1 year in jail and sex registration. We denied all charges and went to trial. The client was found not guilty of all charges.

DUI

Veteran charged with driving under the influence of a controlled substance in Ventura County. The client was placed in Veteran’s Court and the case was dismissed and sealed.

Four Misdemeanor Charges

The client was arrested for possession of a blank forged check and drug paraphernalia and faced four misdemeanor charges for a combined risk of 2 years in county jail. The client pled guilty to “failure to return a lost item” rather than fraud or theft, and all other charges were dismissed.

Soliciting a Prostitute

The client was arrested for allegedly soliciting a prostitute in Los Angeles County. Counsel was able to point out the flaws in the investigation and due to pre-file intervention, the client’s case was never filed.

Loaded Firearm on Airplane

The client was caught by TSA accidentally attempting to bring a loaded firearm aboard an airplane. The client was facing a one-year in jail and a ban on owning a firearm. Would also have caused him to lose his employment. After extensive pre-file work, the Burbank City Attorney agreed to not file the charges. The record of the arrest was later sealed.

Sexual Battery

The client was arrested in Los Angeles County for groping a store employee without permission. He was charged with 243.4(a) [sexual battery] and faced registration as a sex offender for a period of at least ten years. Client pled to the battery, and avoided any registration requirement.

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

The client was in danger of losing her professional license when she was cited for possession of illegal drug paraphernalia incident to a search of her home that she shared with a person on parole. Counsel was able to convince the District Attorney that the search was unlawful. The case was dismissed.

Motorcycle Accident

The client side swiped while riding his motorcycle. Soft tissue injuries but no broken bones or fractures.

Battery

Client suffered a mental health episode and began a physical altercation with another person. Client was charged with 242 (Battery) and faced up to one year in Los Angeles County Jail. Client was granted probation with out-patient mental health treatment.

Assault, Felony Criminal Threats, Elder Abuse & Misdemeanor Resisting Arrest

Ventura County client arrested for two counts of assault with a deadly weapon, two counts of felony criminal threats, one count felony elder abuse, and one count misdemeanor resisting arrest. Client faced seven years and four months in state prison. Client was placed on PC 1001.36 mental health diversion for two years and could treat in the community with no further custody time.

Wrongful Death

Client was shot and killed at a large gaming event with inadequate security.

Slip & Fall

Slip and fall at Walmart with relatively minor injuries.

Assault With a Deadly Weapon

Los Angeles County client was charged with assault with a deadly weapon for striking her father in the head with metal rod causing lacerations to his scalp. She was facing 4 years in custody and a strike offense. Client received 2 years of mental health diversion in a residential treatment program.

Operating Without a License

The client was cited for multiple instances of operating without a contractor’s license. The client faced a maximum sentence of one year in county jail. Due to our counsel’s intervention, the client’s case was dismissed after paying to fix the unlicensed work.

Assault & Misdemeanor

Ventura County client with mental health issues charged with felony assault with force likely to inflict great bodily injury on client’s mother, one count misdemeanor destruction of emergency electronic communication device, one count misdemeanor false imprisonment, and three counts misdemeanor resisting arrest. Client also had prior prison sentencing enhancements. Client faced five years in state prison. Client was given credit for time served of approximately five months and released to complete inpatient dual diagnosis mental health treatment program.

Excessive Force by Police

Our clients’ family member passed away while in custody as the result of deputies using excessive force.

Assault With a Deadly Weapon

Los Angeles County client was charged with assault with a deadly weapon against a security guard at the Grove shopping mall. Facing up to 4 years in custody. Client was granted mental health diversion for 2 years in an out-patient treatment program.

Murder Charges

Client in Santa Barbara charged with the execution-style murder of another man outside of his girlfriend’s home. We denied our client was the person involved and went to trial. The client was found not guilty of all charges. He was facing 45 years to life.

Assault on a Police Officer With a Firearm

Client was arrested in Orange County subject to a mental health episode. Client obtained a police rifle, shot at officers, and engaged in a standoff for hours which ended only after SWAT was called. Client was at risk of a sentence of 9-11 years in California State Prison. Client received 2 years mental health diversion.

Domestic Violence & Child Neglect

Ventura County client charged with domestic violence and child neglect. Due to thorough investigation and discovery of mitigating evidence, the case was dismissed.

Business Dispute Litigation

Business dispute litigation involving intentional interfering with the client’s reputation and violating an oral contract. The client was offered $100,000 before trial to settle the case. Took case to a jury trial and received a verdict in the client’s favor for $1,680,000.00.

Stabbing in the Neck

Client in Santa Clara County was charged with attempted murder for stabbing his mother in the neck while going through a severe mental health episode. Client received a verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity and went to a state hospital instead of going to prison. There was no conviction on his record.

Multiple Robberies

Client was charged in Riverside County with multiple robberies. He was at risk of a maximum sentence of 9-12 years. Client pled entered the Outpatient Collaborative Riverside Mental Health program, despite heavy opposition from the Riverside District Attorney’s Office. Client was able to attend the out-patient program while living at home. No jail.

Multiple Felony Charges

Ventura County client was charged with one count felony false imprisonment, one count felony corporal injury on a cohabitant, and one count misdemeanor battery with the special allegation that the offense occurred while out on bail. The client faced up to four years and three months in prison. The matter was taken to a preliminary hearing. After the hearing, the district attorney reduced all charges to misdemeanors, and the client received credit for time served.

Insurance Fraud & Embezzlement

The client charged along with his brother and cousin of insurance fraud and embezzlement of over one million dollars in assets from AIG and other major insurance companies. After litigating the case for over a year, the client ended up probation and no jail time.