The attorneys at Duarte and Molina, P.C. recently shared the importance of having a will, a power of attorney, a medical power of attorney and a directive to physicians in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The information shared resulted in comments and questions listed below. Hopefully, this information will clarify some issues.
Accident or Crime?
Last week, I tried a case where a client was accused of four crimes stemming from one auto accident. The charges included intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault. Our client was accused of drinking, driving, and then causing an “accident” because of intoxication. Unfortunately, lots of people die in auto collisions or “accidents.” Drivers run red lights, fail to stop at…