The weeks leading up to trial were spent digging into the nuances of the legal issues and preparing side-by-side with our experts to ensure every detail was covered in court.
Our client faced serious felony charges after a tragic motorcycle accident that took the life of his best friend. The Delaware County Prosecutor’s Office accused him of causing the wreck, but we took the case to a bench trial and fought the allegations head-on.
At trial, the key issue centered on what caused the motorcycles to leave the roadway. The State relied on an Ohio State Highway Patrol crash reconstruction expert, while we presented our own expert with specialized experience in motorcycle crashes. Both experts ultimately agreed: no one could determine with reasonable scientific certainty what caused the accident.
Because the prosecution failed to meet its burden of proof, the judge found no credible evidence linking our client to the cause of the crash and returned a not guilty verdict.
This case weighed heavily on our client from the day of the accident. With the trial behind him, he can now begin the difficult process of grieving the loss of his best friend. At Palmer Legal Defense, we stand with our clients during their most challenging moments and fight to ensure justice prevails.
As a Columbus defense attorney, Steve Palmer brings more than 30 years of courtroom experience to every case. His knowledge of Ohio criminal law and trial strategy allows him to challenge the State’s evidence effectively, especially in complex cases involving accident reconstruction and felony allegations. Clients trust his decades of experience to guide them through the most difficult moments of their lives.