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If you were caught driving while intoxicated, you need a lawyer.

Hiring a lawyer for your DWI arrest is not indicative of trying to “get off” of a conviction. Instead, an experienced attorney can help ensure that penalties are not harsh or unjust, and give you a fighting chance to tell your side of the story.

A knowledgeable DWI attorney will assist you in defending against charges that will negatively affect your future prospects.

Call us to make sure you get a fair hearing.

Navigating a divorce is tricky, there are emotional hot buttons everywhere.

If you're looking to minimize conflict and move toward compromise, anticipating the issues that will likely trigger you and your spouse/ex will help you de-escalate the situation. Which can lead to a more amicable divorce, especially important when co-parenting is involved.

Read this article to learn how to manage hot buttons and work toward compromise.

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Managing Emotional Hot Buttons Can Help You Reduce Conflict: Here's How To Do It Improve outcomes and willingness to compromise with some thoughtful planning.

Whether your spouse plans to traverse a divorce amicably or your divorce needs to be litigated, we will represent you accurately and fight for a fair outcome for you.

We are prepared to advocate for you, no matter what the scenario

Won't it be nice to have someone fighting for you for once? Call us!

The best defense starts before you even get behind the wheel.

Know before you drive.

Bookmark this link to help you know when you need to get a ride instead, and if you can't find the link or fill it in know you should not be driving.

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While summer vacation is a time of excitement and anticipation for children — whether they look forward to summer camp, extended playdates with their pals, or a chance to travel somewhere new (Disney, anyone?) — for co-parents, the summer months often present a unique set of challenges.

Check out our latest blog post to find out where co-parenting can hit some snags so you will be prepared this summer!

Top Co-Parenting Challenges During Summer Vacation - Bernstein & Mello While summer vacation is a time of excitement and anticipation for children, for co-parents, the summer months often present a unique set of challenges.

We've been talking a lot about having a responsible summer, but sometimes it helps to see the consequences laid out, there is always more to lose.

These are just for getting caught DWI. The ultimate consequence and why there are such steep laws against it is injury, or worse yet loss of life, whether it be yours or someone else's.

We are always here to take your case, but we'd rather everyone be kept safe and off the roads while intoxicated. Have a great summer!

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DWI Penalties | Merrimack NH Driving While Under the InfluenceThe penalties for Driving While Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquor are constantly changing.

Today we are spotlighting Attorney Raymond Mello so you can get to know us better!

His areas of expertise are: Criminal Law, Family Law, Municipal Employment Law, and Personal Injury Law.

Stay tuned as we spotlight more of our incredible practice members.

It is so hard to make the decision when it's time to divorce.

This article does a great job of outlining when it's truly time to call it quits.

Do you recognize one or more of these in your marriage?

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11 Signs It Might Be Time for a Divorce, According to Relationship Experts Therapists say these are the red flags you should never ignore.

Sure, the summer season is synonymous with sunny days, vacations, and no shortage of fun activities; however, it also coincides with a noticeable increase in DUI incidents. Recognizing some common DUI triggers is important.

So, why can the summer months be such hotbeds for DUIs in NH? Read more in our latest blog post to find out.

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A Sobering Summer Statistic: DUIs Are More Common this Season - Bernstein & Mello Sure, the summer season is synonymous with sunny days, vacations, and no shortage of fun activities; however, it also coincides with a noticeable increase in DUI incidents. Understanding why DUIs are more common during the summer can help keep everyone safer. Given the fact that statistics show New....

You are your child's first and greatest protector!

At Bernstein & Mello, we are advocates against domestic violence.

When you realize that your partner has crossed the line into abuse call us so we can make sure your family is protected!

Summer is all about relaxing and having fun, but we want to make sure we do it responsibly!

Check out this article for some ideas on how to keep yourself and your friends safe this summer (as well as their driving records)

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Happy 4th of July from all of us!

Keep safe and make good choices out there!

On the 4th of July, we celebrate our country's independence as a nation. Unfortunately, Independence Day also has the 2nd highest rate of the year for DWI incidents, which sadly means more fatalities as well.

This year please make sure you party responsibly, stay below the limit, designate a driver, call a ride, or spend the night if you have to, but don't drink and drive!

We'll be here if you need us, but we hope you won't!

The decision of whether to get a divorce is never an easy one to make, and there are a lot of things to consider before broaching the topic with your spouse.

If you've been thinking about getting a divorce, we rounded up signs it might be time, plus how to move forward, according to relationship experts.

If your marriage is beyond saving call us and we will fight hard for your best interests.

Is It Time To Consider Divorce? 13 Signs To Look For, From Marriage Experts The decision of whether to get a divorce is never an easy one to make.

More often than not, the standard of living of both spouses drops in the first few years after divorce.

Why? Because the same cumulative income and pool of assets now has to support two households instead of one. Unfortunately, most people don’t prepare themselves financially or emotionally for that consequence.

So what can you do to better prepare yourself for this inevitability? Read this article to prepare yourself.

How to Recover Financially After a Divorce? 7 Ways to Recover Fast How to prepare yourself to deal with the financial realities of divorce – especially in this tough economy. Here are the “Lucky Seven” things you can do to help prepare yourself for your post-divorce financial future.

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Today we are spotlighting Adam H. Bernstein Esq. so you can get to know us better!

His areas of practice are Criminal Law, DWI/DUI, Habitual Offender, Drug Defense, Sexual Assault, Federal Criminal Offenses, Motor Vehicle Offenses, Point Suspension Hearings, Domestic Violence, Restraining Orders, and Stalking Orders.

Stay tuned as we spotlight more of our practice members.

Happy Father's Day!

Today, we honor all the dads and father figures who have shaped our lives.

Thank you to all the fathers, stepfathers, and father figures for your unique and irreplaceable role. 💙

When parents get divorced, one of their biggest jobs is to make sure the kids are okay. Kids react to divorce in different ways, and sometimes don't know how to communicate with words so their inner turmoil comes out in their behavior.

This great article goes through some things to expect and also how to support your kids through this change.

What was the best tip for your family?

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Supporting Kids During a Divorce - Child Mind Institute How to support kids during a divorce, from how to listen to their feelings to how to respond to anxiety, disruptive behavior and more.

Many co-parents are understandably daunted by the prospect of navigating weeks of unstructured time when their children are out of school. However, it is possible to ensure a happy and harmonious summer vacation for everyone.

Implementing the following effective co-parenting strategies for summer vacation can help you and your co-parent quickly transform the challenges of summer vacation into opportunities for growth and connection.

Read on to learn more.

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Taking a Shine to Summer Vacation with Co-parenting Strategies Implementing the following effective co-parenting strategies for summer vacation can help you and your co-parent quickly transform the challenges of summer vacation into opportunities for growth and connection.

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Am I being abused?” while desperately trying to convince yourself the answer is “no,” you’re not alone.

Read on to find out more about the different types of abuse and if it's happening to you what you can do to escape it.

Am I Being Abused? A comprehensive guide to help potential victims of domestic violence see the signs of abuse in their partner

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No matter what the crime was we can help here at Bernstein & Mello.

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Happy Memorial Day!

Safe travels, party smart, and don't drink and drive, no one wants a DWI for the long weekend... or worse.

With the long weekend coming up we thought it would be a good time to remind people not to drink and drive. Your life or someone else's is far more valuable than the cost of a rideshare, asking a friend for a lift, or arranging for a designated driver in advance.

Check out this article so you can recognize when you've had too much to drive, no one wants a DWI...or worse to kick off the summer.

4 Signs That You Are Too Drunk & Impaired To Drive An important part of responsible drinking includes recognizing the signs that you (or someone else) is not fit to drive. Read to learn more:

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The weather is getting warmer and more people are enjoying time outside again, whether it's sharing some beers at a backyard BBQ, gathering around a fire, fishing by the lake, or out on it.

Make sure you are doing it safely. This Blog post gives great insight on Blood Alcohol Content- How it's measured, the legal limits, how impaired a person may be, and most importantly when a person is better off getting a ride instead of driving.

Take a couple of minutes to brush up on your BAC knowledge to make sure you are driving safely and avoiding a DWI.

Understanding the Basics of Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) You’ve likely heard it before -- or, if you’ve ever been convicted of a DUI in NH, you’re probably more familiar with this acronym than you care to be. Still, for as much as we throw around phrases like “blood alcohol content” or “blood alcohol level,” not everyone knows what this desi...

Can getting arrested for a DWI in NH affect child custody?

Yes, getting arrested for a DWI in NH can affect the outcome of a child custody hearing.

Take a look at this blog post for more information.

Can getting arrested for a DWI in NH affect child custody? Can getting arrested in NH really affect the outcome of a child custody case? You may be surprised by NH's laws regarding aggravated DWI.