Blog

Tom Martino, also known as The TroubleShooter and for ReferralList.com, built his reputation as a consumer advocate on the local Denver radio and television stations years ago. After a rise to heights beyond his imagination, his fall from grace comes at a cost of public humiliation and considerable personal loss. The most recent of Martino’sRead more

According to surveys, assault is the most common form of violent crime in the United States of America. However, the concept of assault is not always as simple as it is made out to be. Some acts of aggression are carried out in self-defense or in order to protect the people around us. Being charged with assaultRead more

Harassment by Colorado state law is committed when a person intentionally annoys another by harassing or causing undue alarm to another by using physical force. Calling or texting another repeatedly intending to harass or annoy or alarm can also result in criminal charges including harassment. CRS 18.9.111 It’s important to remember that a criminal chargeRead more

Criminal Mischief Defense Attorney Phil Smith has been successfully defending clients charged with assault for years.  Criminal assault charges are rarely clear-cut and may be a matter of self-defense. Assault charges are the most common criminal offense in municipal ordinance violation, misdemeanor and felony courts. YOUR BEST DEFENSE IS TO STOP TALKING TO EVERYONE,  EXCEPT YOURRead more

Sexual assault is one of the most devastating criminal charges a person can face.  A skilled and experienced sexual assault attorney can help navigate the judicial system to avoid the difficult road ahead.  Sexual assault labels are serious and could result in the loss of your job, family, your home, and liberty. Many people includingRead more

(Photo: KUSA) Nothing good happens after 11pm on Friday nights. Certainly not for Jack Elway, the 6’3″ 200 pound son of Bronco boss John Elway. Auraria Campus Police were alerted to an incident involving a 23 year old woman allegedly pushed from a moving car by John Elway III last Friday. Denver court records indicateRead more

Should this become the law in Colorado? Not so fast. SENATE BILL 13-012 CONCERNING REPORTING OF SUSPECTED CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT BY YOUTH SPORTS ORGANIZATIONS was introduced to the Colorado General Assembly in January 2013. If approved, the Bill will move Governor John Hickenlooper’s desk. In summary: “The bill adds directors, coaches, assistant coaches, andRead more

Crimes happen and when they do people need the help of a qualified attorney ready to offer legal representation. No matter your criminal defense needs I am here to help you. I offer a free consultation to discuss your situation. I will be able to provide an assessment of your legal problem and provide aRead more

On April 4, 2013 Xavier McDaniel, 20, allegedly entered a unlocked apartment and attempted to sexually assault a teen aged girl. He is being held without bail at Jefferson County Detention Center. McDaniels’ first appearance in court is Monday. Bond amount and terms will be set at that time. McDaniel has been charged with 1stRead more

Someone almost always get arrested as a result of a 911 call for domestic violence. Don’t find yourself wearing handcuffs as an accessory. Colorado revised statutes (law) 18.6.800.3 defines domestic violence as: “Domestic violence” means an act or threatened act of violence upon a person with whom the actor is or has been involved inRead more