Goffstown, New Hampshire Lawyers

Once the standard of care has been established, the plaintiff must show that the defendant failed to comply with that duty, or act according to the appropriate standard of care. The defendant’s actions also must have directly caused the victim’s injuries. Finally, the victim must have incurred quantifiable damages as a result of the accident. These can range from medical expenses and lost wages to pain and suffering or other subjective forms of harm.

Guidance for Individuals Facing Goffstown DUI Charges

At Tenn And Tenn, our Goffstown DUI attorneys regularly represent people charged with violating the DWI/DUI law. If you are stopped on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, the police officer must have probable cause for a subsequent arrest. Probable cause is the legal standard by which an officer has the right to arrest someone. Although there are a number of situations and factors that may give rise to probable cause in DWI/DUI cases, the officer may generally find probable cause as the result of a driver’s behavior, appearance, response to questioning, performance of field sobriety tests or a preliminary breath test, or refusal to take such tests, among other reasons. The legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit for most New Hampshire drivers is .08 percent, while it is lower for commercial drivers and people under 21.

If you are convicted of DWI/DUI charges, you may face serious penalties, including the suspension or revocation of your driver’s license, fines, participation in treatment programs, and possible jail time. Our DUI lawyers help Goffstown residents protecting their rights confronting these consequences.

Mounting a Defense against a Criminal Prosecution

We represent individuals in a number of criminal matters, such as drug possession, simple assault, willful concealment, reckless driving, trespass, and other crimes. In order to secure a conviction of drug possession, for example, the prosecutor has the burden of proving beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant knowingly had possession of the illegal substance. In New Hampshire, marijuana possession remains a serious crime, despite the growing national trend of decriminalization. Simple possession or transportation of a small amount of marijuana is generally a misdemeanor offense, which, if convicted, could result in up to one year in prison and a $2,000 fine. Possession of less than one ounce of marijuana, however, could still lead to a maximum sentence of three years in prison and a fine of up to $25,000. Marijuana possession of over an ounce increases the maximum penalty to seven years in prison and a $100,000 fine. Depending on the circumstances of the possession charge and any additional charges, these penalties will vary. Consulting an experienced attorney can help you understand your rights and legal options.

Advice on Disputes Arising from Divorce

Dissolving a marriage can be a complicated and stressful process, especially if the couple has had children together. Divorce proceedings typically involve asset division, and they often require spousal support, child support, and child custody arrangements. In New Hampshire, a family court will decide parental rights and responsibilities by determining the best interest of the child, in light of several factors. The Parenting Plan will set out the decision-making responsibilities, parenting schedule, procedures for adjusting the plan, and other considerations. Since each Parenting Plan is specific to the family’s particular needs, it may be useful to have legal guidance as you negotiate with your ex-spouse and assert your interests.