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Being accused of misconduct while having a seizure.
Sun, 03/21/2004 - 09:30Comments
RE: Being accused of misconduct while having a seizure.
Submitted by welovejane on Mon, 2005-03-28 - 15:33
My husband has partial complex seizures and secondary generalized seizures. No one who wasn't a medical professional used to seizures would look at him and think "seizure" - they would think inappropriate behavior. I know, I have seen them. If you are at risk, get a lawyer used to medical conditions....not one who asks why you cannot control yourself during a seizure.
Susan
My husband has partial complex seizures and secondary generalized seizures. No one who wasn't a medical professional used to seizures would look at him and think "seizure" - they would think inappropriate behavior. I know, I have seen them. If you are at risk, get a lawyer used to medical conditions....not one who asks why you cannot control yourself during a seizure.
Susan
RE: Being accused of misconduct while having a seizure.
Submitted by momof1 on Sun, 2004-03-21 - 09:30
Here is a little update for anyone who may be interested. I have found a new lawyer, through the epilepsy foundation in our city, and he is great. He has given me hope. I can't say 100%, but chances are I will not be convicted. In case no-one can recall what I am talking about I had a seizure while driving Was charged with DUI, Driving carelessly and disorderly conduct. My first lawyer said I had no chance, even with my medical evidence. He does not understand epilepsy and treated me like a criminal. Thanks to all who replied the support helps. As well as knowing that this has happened to others. Stacey