I believe it is highly beneficial to study and practice martial arts. It is good for the mind, spirit and body. It requires discipline, dedication and hard work. My journey in martial arts began with learning Taekwondo, earning a blackbelt in 1989. Decades later, I began learning Seven Star Praying Mantis Kung Fu under Sifu [..]
In my practice, there have been times where people need an immigration lawyer. While I do not practice immigration law, Chris Kinnison does. I invited Chris to write an article for the blog to give advice on how to find a skilled and experienced immigration lawyer. I called on Chris because I have known him [..]
This political season has produced a strong anti-trial lawyers sentiment. Some people in power and their political machines claim everything wrong with Louisiana is due to the “trial lawyers.” This claim requires further consideration: What happens if we kill all the trial lawyers? Let us consider these common events: The average, hardworking Louisiana working class [..]
I read a number of articles where the insurance industry calls Louisiana’s judicial system a “judicial hellhole.” This despicable suggestion is offensive. But, the insurance industry is doing more than name calling. It is advancing an agenda. For this agenda to work, the insurance industry needs to market its propaganda. If insurance companies are good [..]
Jurors are heroes. They are the people who answered the call of jury duty. They chose to support our justice system when others made excuses to get out of jury duty. When these unsung heroes willingly report for jury duty and carefully listen to the testimony, evidence and arguments, all of their beliefs and viewpoints should [..]
Introduction Anyone will tell you that polygraphs are not allowed in a court of law. This is not necessarily correct. Most courts might not allow the results of a polygraph examination. However, courts frequently admit statements obtained in the polygraph examination. This may appear to be straightforward, but it is not. Any use of a [..]
One of most common arrests is driving under the influence, also called “D.W.I.” The first and second offenses for D.W.I. charges are misdemeanor offenses. A misdemeanor is considered a “petty” offense. However, even though it is a misdemeanor, if the accused’s “blood alcohol concentration” (BAC) exceeds a certain amount, the law requires a mandatory jail [..]
Thomas “Tommy” Davenport, Jr., of Alexandria, Louisiana, received the Platinum Client Champion award from Martindale-Hubbell®. On September 19, 2017, Martindale-Hubbell® launched its new “Client Champion Award” to recognize attorneys who excel at service and representation as affirmed by their clients. Martindale-Hubble awards this exclusive recognition to lawyers who demonstrate a commitment to client service based [..]
American Registry announced and recognized Thomas “Tommy” Davenport, Jr., as one of “America’s Most Honored Professionals.” This award is the first of its kind and pays tribute to people who when ranked across professions and industries rise to the top of America’s most highly recognized professionals. Honorees are carefully selected from American Registry’s comprehensive database of publicly [..]
Thomas “Tommy” Davenport, Jr., of Alexandria, Louisiana, received the AV Preeminent™ Peer Review Rating from Martindale-Hubbell® for the seventh year in a row. The AV Preeminent™ rating is the highest and most prestigious designation that an attorney can receive. This rating is a significant accomplishment that is a testament to the fact that Thomas “Tommy” [..]