Beware of Las Vegas attorneys like "Tony the Tiger"

Las Vegan Anthony “Tony the Tiger” Lopez has, as of July 17, 2012, transferred to “Disability inactive status” with the State Bar of Nevada, which means he is no longer licensed to practice law in the State of Nevada. Therefore, Anthony Lopez cannot practice law in Nevada.  The Tiger is resting.

Anthony Lopez had billboards and radio ads focused on the Hispanic population, which he misled.  He had one billboard, for example, prominently displayed on Nellis Blvd. near Stewart, on the East Side of the Las Vegas Valley.  He called himself "Tony the Tiger" like the mascot for a cereal company.

Anthony "Tony the Tiger" Lopez Jr. was previously reprimanded for running a radio ad that "grossly misstated the law."  The Nevada Supreme Court reprimanded Anthony Lopez for a 10-second Spanish-language radio ad that said, "If you have had an auto accident, by law you have the right to receive at least $15,000 for your case.” The Las Vegas Review-Journal and the Associated Press reported on the story.

When attorneys engage in this kind of inappropriate advertising, they are hurting the legal profession in at least two ways.  The first, is that they are unfairly gaining clients that other attorneys could be getting by lying to the clients.  The second, once the clients learn they are being ripped off, they no longer trust lawyers.

When you are thinking about hiring an attorney, it is very important for you to hire the right attorney for you and your case.  This is why The Jacks Law Group encourages you to consult with several lawyers, including us, prior to hiring an attorney.  Some lawyers have no fear in misleading their own clients, which is unethical.  We believe that our clients deserve the truth, even if they do not want to hear it.  Remember the old saying, “If it sounds too good to be true, it is probably not true.”  The misleading ads of Anthony Lopez are an example of the “too good to be true” rule.

Prostitution, solicitation, massage, license

When you or your business is criminally accused of allowing prostitution or solicitation, you will have a double attack by the government.  On the one hand, you have to deal with the criminal aspect and on the other hand you have to protect your business.  If you cannot keep your business, you cannot afford to mount your legal defense for the criminal portion.

The Jacks Law Group has experience defending individuals in Las Vegas and Henderson criminal courts and before business licensing boards.  You do not have to hire two attorneys, you can hire one to represent your interests.

Businesses that are at high risk for accusations involving prostitution and solicitation are generally massage establishments, escort services, strip clubs, motels, and night clubs.

Do not discuss your business and the accusations against you with anyone besides your criminal defense attorney, and select one that will defend your business or license as well as your freedom.  Contact Attorney David Jacks.

DISCLAIMER

The hiring of any attorney does not guarantee an outcome in any matter.  Attorneys are licensed by the State of Nevada to represent procedural and substantive rights and interests in a confidential and zealous manner, but not to guarantee an outcome.  Any attorney that guarantees an outcome is suspect and the client should inquire with the state bar as to the attorney's standing, credentials, and disciplinary history.

ABOUT DAVID R. JACKS, ESQ.

David Jacks is a Nevada licensed, Las Vegas based attorney who owns The Jacks Law Group, PLLC, a firm that handles criminal law and family law for clients from all over the world who may be brought before courts in Las Vegas, Henderson, Boulder City, or Federal jurisdictions.

Remember, for misdemeanor crimes, you will not get a court appointed public defender.  If you want a criminal defense attorney to represent your interests, you will have to hire one in private practice.