Readers of this Louisiana criminal law blog may have reviewed prior posts that have discussed how an individual may be charged with both state and federal crimes. This is because both the state and the federal government have codified their own sets of criminal laws. While some of the laws overlap in terms of prohibited… Read more
Practically every television network has its own primetime franchise featuring the interplay between law enforcement officials and alleged criminals. While these shows often provide a great deal of entertainment for some New Orleans residents, they may raise questions about possible crimes for others. White collar crime can be a confusing area of criminal law to… Read more
New Orleans is known for many things. From great culture and food to fantastic music and entertainment, visitors and residents alike can find many activities and events to enjoy within the boundaries of the city. One major New Orleans event that draws thousands to its streets each year is Mardi Gras. Recently, Mardi Gras came… Read more
Attorney Robert S. Toale has been selected to the 2015 Super Lawyers list for Louisiana. Only five percent of the total lawyers in the state are selected for inclusion in Super Lawyers. More details on Robert Toale’s Super Lawyers’ distinction can be found by visiting his Super Lawyers attorney profile.
Our law office is happy to sponsor this week’s midwinter meeting and seminar for the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. As a board member for NACDL, Robert S. Toale is proud to be actively engaged in the organization and its events. The Law Office of Robert Toale co-sponsored the meeting’s welcome reception with Dateline NBC last night, and… Read more
When young people make mistakes and bring consequences down upon themselves, many adults shake their heads and attribute the juvenile errors to childish inexperience. Not often are the wrongdoings of a Louisiana youngster so concerning that the criminal justice system must get involved. However, on those unfortunate occasions, a separate governmental sector often handles the… Read more
The “3-N-G” street gang case is an example of the lack of funds in Orleans Parish and Louisiana statewide to fund public defenders for criminal cases. Attorney Robert Toale discusses his concern on the matter in the Times Picayune article published February 11, 2015. Attorney Robert Toale, board member of the National Association of Criminal… Read more
In the cinema blockbuster “Pretty Woman,” a young prostitute is hired by a wealthy man to escort him through a variety of commitments. In the end and in true Hollywood form, the man and woman fall in love and she ends her life on the street. While this fairy tale story may provide for good… Read more
White-collar crimes in Louisiana are just as serious as violent crimes, and will be prosecuted by the authorities. One type of white-collar crime is embezzlement. While the word may be familiar, some readers may wonder, what exactly is embezzlement? Embezzlement is considered to be a theft crime in Louisiana. When people are accused of embezzlement,… Read more
It is generally accepted in Louisiana and in other parts of the United States that a person becomes an adult when he or she reaches the age of 18. Many rights are conferred upon an individual upon achieving that age; the rights to join the military and to vote are among the most commonly cited…. Read more
