Aggravated Battery and Assault — Nearly Complete Acquittal

Key Details

Case Description

Our client was accused of following another vehicle after a near-accident, leading to a physical altercation. The alleged victims claimed our client followed them, hoping they would pull over, then attacked the driver when they stopped. The incident received significant media coverage that portrayed our client negatively, damaging his reputation in the community.

Legal Strategy

Our defense focused on uncovering the truth and presenting it effectively to the jury. We knew the accusers had lied to the police and that our client's version of events was accurate. We conducted a thorough cross-examination of the alleged victims to expose their lies and inconsistencies in their testimony.

Challenges

The case involved serious felony charges with decades of potential prison time. Media coverage had already damaged our client's reputation, and the alleged victims' initial statements to police supported their version of events. We had to overcome these perceptions and prove that the accusers were lying.