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Highly recommended Arthur pressman. I don’t live in Buffalo New York but while visiting my family there from Florida. I got pulled over while driving on a, suspended license in Florida. They arrested me and gave me a court date to appear in court and due to me living out of state I just could not afford to go back and forth to buffalo from Florida so that’s when I hired Arthur Pressman. He made sure to handle everything for me and kept me informed with what was going on. I received no points no penalties and the case was dropped. Thank you Arthur pressman your the best. Would definitely recommend you to family and friends.
Crystal B.
I was advised by a mutual acquaintance to contact Mr. Pressman following my DWI that I received on December 28, 2015. This was the best advice that I could have been given. He was available immediately to speak with. I was put at ease after speaking with him. It was my first DWI and I had no idea what to expect. It was an isolated case of making a very foolish decision to drive. I had so much anxiety and fear of the unknown. Throughout my whole case Mr. Pressman was very reassuring and kept a positive attitude about what my outcome was going to be. He was available several times when I had random questions and never made me feel like an inconvenience. He was right! My case ended up being reduced to a violation from a misdemeanor and now I can finally begin to have my life back to normal. It was a hard lesson to learn but with the right attorney by your side the transition will be easier.
Anita D.
Arthur Pressman is who you want representing you in court. My son was pulled over and charged with 3 felonies and several misdemeanors. It was a terrible time, with my son arrested and taken to the holding center. I contacted Mr. Pressmant, and it wasn’t long before the felonies were dropped as were some of the misdemeanors. My son is now getting the help he needs. Mr. Pressman is highly respected in the court system. I am very thankful for what he was able to do. We felt like we were living a nightmare but things turned around and got better because of him. He is very professional but also a genuine nice person . I highly recommend him.
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Arthur Pressman focuses in the areas of DWI, traffic law and criminal defense.
Arthur is a 1982 graduate of the State University of New York at Albany. He earned his law degree from the University of Miami School of Law in 1985 and practiced with the law firm of Heller & Rubin in Miami, Florida from 1986 to 1988. In 1988, Arthur relocated to Buffalo, where he opened his own practice where he has continued to defend those accused of crimes in the Buffalo and Niagara Falls, New York area.
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A Criminal Assault and Battery Charge Requires a Strong Legal Defense.
Like most crimes, criminal assault comes in varying degrees that relate directly to the severity of the injury and the means by which the assault takes place. Assault is an action that causes physical injury to another person with or without the use of a weapon. The consequences of committing a violent crime are serious and can change your life forever. Don’t face criminal assault charges in New York without strong legal representation. Trust Buffalo assault and battery lawyer Arthur L. Pressman. Buffalo assault and battery lawyer Arthur Pressman has the experience and knowledge to defend you aggressively against these criminal charges.
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The severity of an assault charge depends on how serious the injuries are and can be compounded if a weapon was used or if the assault occurred against a police officer. Assault in the third degree is a Class A misdemeanor. The person who caused the harm had the intent to cause physical injury to another person and, through their actions, does cause such injury. Assault is punishable by up to one year in jail, which is why it is important to hire a knowledgeable Buffalo assault and battery lawyer. Examples of assault in the third degree include:
- Punching someone to cause a black eye
- Pushing someone down to cause a bruise
Assault in the second degree is a Class D violent felony. Assault in the second degree carries a mandatory minimum of two years in state prison and a maximum of seven years. It is dire to have an aggressive Buffalo assault and battery lawyer on your side. Examples of assault in the second degree include:
- Punching someone and breaking their finger
- An injury that causes someone to receive several stitches
Assault in the first degree is a Class B violent felony. This charge requires that intent of the other two degrees of assault is present, except that the intent to cause serious physical injury to the other person is carried out with the use of a deadly weapon or dangerous instrument. Assault in the first degree carries a mandatory minimum of five years in prison with a maximum of 30 years. It is important to have a Buffalo assault and battery lawyer on your side. Examples of assault in the first degree include:
- Stabbing someone in the chest with a knife to cause serious internal injury
- Shooting someone causing serious, but not fatal, injury
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When faced with a violent crime charge, rely on our Buffalo Assault and Battery Lawyer for the aggressive criminal defense you need
If you are charged with assault, you need a tough Buffalo assault and battery lawyer. Contact Buffalo assault and battery lawyer Arthur L. Pressman at (716) 984-1795 or online. For your convenience our office is on the subway line. Buffalo assault and battery lawyer Arthur Pressman offers a free initial phone consultation seven days a week.
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