Attorney Ben Campo shares why it is important to get an experienced OUI attorney who can advocate for you after a drunk driving arrest. From fighting against driver license suspension to scrutinizing your drunk driving charge, Attorney Campo’s priority is to minimize the impact an OUI charge has on your life.
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NEWS ANALYSIS: Overtime wage lawsuit highlights Federal labor laws
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The restaurant featured in a recent article about illegal overtime wages in the Portland Press Herald is not at all unusual. The article describes a lawsuit, filed in federal court in February, that involves a cook at Portland restaurant Boda. The cook, Chad Egeland, said that restaurant owner Nattaska “Bob” Wongsaichu violated the Fair Labor Standards Act when he withheld overtime wages from restaurant employees who worked more than 40 hours a week.Read More
BLOG: A year to remember at Douglas McDaniel Campo & Schools
As we look ahead to the New Year, and all of its promise and opportunity, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the year behind us. We opened the doors of Douglas McDaniel Campo & Schools in 2013, and knew it would take hard work and dedication to our clients to be successful. In 2015, we reached a benchmark that every new firm hopes to accomplish – hiring on a new attorney – as we brought Maine Law graduate Kristen R. Dorion onto our team.
In 2015, we were able to continue to get to know and support our greater Westbrook Community – including Westbrook Little League, the Westbrook High School Booster Club, The Drouin Dance Center, the Gorham High School Project Graduation and the Gorham Business Exchange. We were able to continue to support The Maine Humanities Council, Lawyers in Libraries, My Place Teen Center, the Legal Services Food Hub and Maine State Ballet.Read More
BLOG: Holiday celebrations lead to increase in OUI arrests
The Holiday Season in Maine is a magical time of year. Cities and Towns throughout Maine are decorated with lights, ornaments, and holiday displays. Retailers open their doors longer, and Mainers celebrate the spirit of the season. Holiday cheer is in the air!
Increased OUI arrests during the holidays
The holidays bring an increased amount of merriment and holiday parties, whether they be with co-workers, friends, or family. During the holiday season, the weather worsens and the days become shorter. All of these factors increase the risk of being charged with a criminal offense of Operating Under the Influence of Intoxicating Liquors (“OUI”).Read More
BLOG: Holidays after Divorce – Fighting Over the Kids
Anyone who has been through – or is going through – a divorce knows divorce and separation can change everything. Weekly routines, family meals, household dynamics – it seems nothing is untouched when two parents decide to part ways. There is no time this becomes more evident than around the holidays.Read More
Holiday Hours at Douglas McDaniel Campo and Schools
The law offices of Douglas McDaniel Campo and Schools will be closed Thanksgiving Day, November 25 and Friday, November 26, as we enjoy the holiday and spend time with friends and family.
We hope you enjoy your Thanksgiving. We are thankful to have just celebrated our second year as a civil law and criminal law practice, and for the many opportunities we have had to represent our clients in Maine and Federal courts.
BLOG: Don’t be haunted by an OUI arrest in Maine
Halloween is on Saturday this year, which means you’ll have plenty of time to get dressed up before you head out to your favorite haunting grounds! However, be wary when imbibing that second cup of witches brew. A recent study, compiled and released by Denver-based Alcohol Monitoring Systems, suggests that drinking violations increase by 4 ½ times when Halloween occurs on a Saturday night.Read More
Super Lawyers gives top honors to Attorney Tom Douglas and Attorney Anne Schools
Super Lawyers, an independent attorney rating service, announced that Anne Schools was selected as a 2015 Rising Star for Family Law lawyers and Tom Douglas was selected as a 2015 Super Lawyer. Read More
DMCS is proud to welcome Kristen Dorion as an associate attorney. Kristen, a 2015 graduate of University of Maine School of Law and native of Eastern Maine, was sworn in on October 16, 2015.
DMCS lawyer Sarah McDaniel recognized as Katahdin Counsel for donating 50+ hours of pro bono service.
The Maine Supreme Court recognized Attorney Sarah McDaniel as a member of the Katahdin Counsel, honoring Maine attorneys who have performed more than 50 hours pro bono legal work. Read More