The Law Firm of Tom A. Peterson IV, LLC
104 Southwest Main Street, P.O. Box 2037, Vidalia, Toombs County, GA 30474, Vidalia, GA 30474
Notable Case Results
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Federal Criminal Defense
Represented client in federal court who was charged with gun and drug offenses. If convicted client faced a maximum sentence of life in prison and a $250,000 fine. Through successful negotiation with prosecutor, plea agreement was reached wherein client pled to gun charge with dismissal of other offenses. Through successful argument at sentencing, the judge imposed a sentence of only 24 months and $1,000 fine.
DUI
Successfully defended client who was charged with DUI. Client’s breath sample exceeded the legal limit. Due to client’s prior DUI conviction, client faced much stiffer penalties if convicted, including mandatory jail time, high fine and loss of driver’s license for 3 years. Jury found client not guilty of DUI. Not guilty verdict saved client’s job.
Criminal Defense
Successfully defended a client who was charged with burglary and aggravated assault. If convicted client faced a maximum sentence of 40 years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines and restitution. Through careful investigation, I uncovered evidence that disproved state’s allegations, and state dismissed all charges. Client lives without the stigma of a conviction.
Criminal Defense
Successfully defended client who was charged with destroying property to defraud another. If convicted client faced 5 years in prison, fines and restitution. Through comprehensive investigation, I found evidence which disproved state’s allegations, and state dismissed the charge. Client avoided the disgrace of a conviction.
Federal Criminal Defense
Represented client in federal court who was charged with illegal re-entry into USA. If convicted client faced a maximum sentence of 10 years in prison and a $30,000 fine. Through successful negotiations with prosecutor, plea agreement was reached, and through successful argument at sentencing, the judge imposed a sentence of only 15 months and no fine.
Workers' Compensation
Represented client who injured back and knee while working. Employer initially denied all injuries and refused to pay benefits. Through careful investigation of client’s injuries, I convinced employer to pay income and medical benefits while case was pending. Through successful mediation, employer settled the case for a significant lump sum. Client received proper medical treatment, and case was resolved in 10 months.
Contact Information
Office Locations
104 Southwest Main Street, P.O. Box 2037, Vidalia, Toombs County, GA 30474
Vidalia, GA 30474