by Mark Catanzaro
on October 10, 2024
Self-defense is one of the most recognized and universally accepted legal defenses in criminal cases. It provides individuals with the right to protect themselves, others, or their property from imminent harm. However, there are specific legal parameters and conditions that must be met for a self-defense claim to be successful in court. Understanding when and [...]
by Mark Catanzaro
on August 18, 2016
A crime of violence, especially where death is involved, is extremely serious in the eyes of the law, and carries with it the heaviest sentencing potential. But not all instances where a defendant used force on another should result in a criminal conviction. The act of self-defense is a legitimate and lawful behavior – in [...]