Michael Jacksons Doctor Retains an Attorney
Since the sudden death of the pop Icon on Thursday, June 25, 2009, there have been countless news stories about the life, death, and health of Michael Jackson. Michael Jackson will forever be remembered for his unique and landmark style of singing and dancing. He was a reclusive individual rarely seen in public except for scheduled appearances such as concerts and court dates. His health has been in question for some time and his close friends were concerned about his alleged addiction to pain killers. His death is currently suspected to be as a result of cardiac arrest with suspicion that he had a heart attack.
The police, in an attempt to gather as much information about his cause of death, has requested to question his personal doctor, Dr. Conrad Murray, a cardiologist from Houston. Dr. Murray has allegedly hired a lawyer. You may be thinking to yourself that if has already hired a lawyer, he MUST have something to hide. Although I do not have any personal information about the knowledge or involvement of Dr. Murray in Michael Jackson’s untimely death, the fact that he has hired a lawyer merely means that he is being smart in this situation.
We always recommend that people contact an experienced Texas Criminal Defense Lawyer before visiting with the police or investigator about ANY legal matter whether or not they will ever be charged with a crime. There is absolutely nothing wrong about getting advice when you are being investigated by the authorities. On the contrary, an attorney can avoid harm from being done by stopping or preventing questioning that would otherwise be detrimental to you and your future case. We cannot undo harm that you may have done in speaking with the police in connection with a criminal investigation. The police & detectives in criminal investigations are trained professionals. They will ask you everything they can, which will also be a recorded, and hold you to it later when it matters. The district attorney may use those recorded statements as a confession which is difficult to overcome. Repeat these words with me: I WANT TO TALK TO A LAWYER. Always tell this to the police before you talk to them.
Similarly in injury cases, an insurance adjuster will contact you for a recorded statement about what happened and why type of injuries you have. Insurance adjusters are also trained professionals. Don’t give a recorded statement. They’ll ask you specific questions that you couldn’t possibly be able to answer accurately such as how fast was so-and-so going, or how long after the light turned red, etc. These types of “loaded” questions are designed to have you commit to an answer and your claim may be denied promptly. They’ll also be able use your words against you later if you do not describe all of your injuries accurately or if new injures come up later. If you have been injured at all in an accident, contact an experienced Texas Personal Injury Lawyer immediately for advice—before you talk to the insurance adjuster.
Bottom line is do not talk to the police or an insurance adjuster before contacting an attorney. We are here to help you. If you do not need an attorney, we will tell you, but don’t make the mistake that you cannot undo.
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