BLOSSER Cases and issues we address
- Aggravated murder, murder, and voluntary or involuntary manslaughter
- Felonious assault, aggravated assault, and serious physical-harm allegations
- Robbery, aggravated robbery, kidnapping, and abduction
- Self-defense, defense-of-others, accident, and mistaken-identity cases
What careful case preparation examines
What the evidence actually proves
The defense must examine whether the State can prove identity, purpose or knowledge, causation, and every required element beyond a reasonable doubt. Medical evidence, forensic testing, video, digital records, and witness accounts may not tell the same story.
Self-defense and justification
Ohio cases involving force can turn on who initiated the confrontation, whether force was reasonably perceived as necessary, and what the physical evidence shows. A complete investigation matters; labels applied in an initial report are not the final word.
Statements and forensic evidence
Interviews, recorded calls, search warrants, firearms evidence, DNA, phones, and social-media records require close review. The defense may challenge how evidence was obtained, preserved, tested, interpreted, or presented.
Trial preparation from the beginning
Serious cases should be prepared with trial in mind even while negotiations are considered. That means developing a coherent defense theory, locating witnesses, consulting appropriate experts, and identifying admissibility and constitutional issues early.
Frequently asked questions
Should I talk to detectives to explain what happened?
Not before obtaining legal advice. Even an innocent or well-intended explanation can be misunderstood, incomplete, or used against you. You may clearly state that you want a lawyer and will not answer questions.
Can a murder or violent-offense case be resolved without trial?
Some cases are dismissed, reduced, or resolved by agreement; others require trial. The right approach depends on the admissible evidence, defenses, sentencing exposure, and the client’s informed decisions.
What should my family do first?
Avoid discussing facts on recorded jail calls or social media. Preserve messages, photos, videos, names, and timelines, and contact counsel promptly so time-sensitive evidence can be identified.