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Thomas Seigel

Attorney and Former Federal Prosecutor
Waiving the Right to Counsel in a Criminal Case
In criminal proceedings, the right to an attorney is so important the government must provide an attorney to any defendant who cannot afford one. While defendants can waive this right, the risks involved are significant and shouldn't be taken lightly. ... READ MORE
Appealing a Criminal Sentence
Appealing your sentence is better than a long shot but far from a sure thing. ... READ MORE
Vehicular Manslaughter and Homicide Laws and Penalties
Fatal accidents can end up as manslaughter charges or not, depending on the nature of the driver's conduct (and sometimes the victim's conduct). ... READ MORE
Entrapment: How Far Is Too Far for the Police?
Some but not all undercover cop operations result in entrapment. ... READ MORE
Working With Your Public Defender or Court-Appointed Attorney
Public defenders and court-appointed lawyers are experienced and committed criminal defense attorneys. ... READ MORE
12 Questions To Ask Your Potential Lawyer
Where your lawyer went to law school is not as important as the answers to twelve simple questions, which every potential client should ask. ... READ MORE