Ingle Law Firm

05/27/2026

This is your typical law school Torts final exam essay question…

05/22/2026

Memorial Day weekend is here:
✔️ The grills are firing up
✔️ The lakes are packed
✔️ Someone is already arguing about how to properly cook ribs
✔️ Troopers are charging their radar guns as we speak

Enjoy the long weekend, celebrate responsibly, and please don’t do anything that results in you needing a consultation on Tuesday. 🇺🇸

Most importantly, take a second to remember and honor those who gave everything for our freedom.

Happy Memorial Day from the Ingle Law Firm!

05/19/2026

05/15/2026

Finally made it to Friday! What a week…

05/13/2026

Calling all true crime fans! 🕵️‍♀️📺

Even here in Saline County, Arkansas, we know a lot of you were glued to the edge of your seats watching the wild Alex Murdaugh murder trial. Well, grab your sweet tea, because the South Carolina Supreme Court just dropped a massive plot twist!

On May 13, 2026, the court officially threw out Murdaugh's murder convictions and ordered a brand-new trial.

Wait, what? Why?!

It all came down to jury tampering. The court concluded that the Colleton County Clerk of Court, Rebecca Hill, actually "placed her fingers on the scales of justice"

Here is the "tea" according to the court:
-The Book Deal: The court found Hill was "attracted by the siren call of celebrity". She wanted to write a book and believed a guilty verdict would help her sell more copies.
-The Comments: To get that verdict, she allegedly told the jury "not to be fooled" by the evidence presented by Murdaugh's attorneys. She also instructed the jury "to watch him closely" and check out his body language right before he testified.

What’s the law?
In our legal system, the jury is supposed to have absolute privacy so they can have a full and free debate. When an official of the court meddles and whispers in the jury's ear, the law automatically assumes it ruined the fairness of the trial (a fancy legal rule called the "Remmer presumption"). Once that happens, the State has a heavy burden to prove the meddling didn't affect the verdict. In this case, the State just couldn't prove that the jury wasn't influenced by her highly improper comments.

The Big Takeaway:
The court put it perfectly: our justice system demands that every person is entitled to a fair trial with an unbiased jury. It doesn't matter how notorious the defendant is. When a court official goes rogue for their own 15 minutes of fame, the whole system has to hit the reset button and start over.

⚖️ Why This Matters at Ingle Law Firm ⚖️
As an attorney who handles criminal and appellate cases right here in Arkansas, this wild story is the perfect example of why appellate law is so crucial. A guilty verdict isn't always the end of the line. When a constitutional right is violated (whether by a rogue official or unfair evidence) appellate lawyers step in to hold the justice system accountable and demand a fair trial.

What do y’all think? Will you be tuning in for Trial 2.0? Let us know in the comments! 👇
And if you or someone you love ever needs strong criminal defense or an appeal, call Ingle Law Firm.

05/12/2026

I survived a five-year Marine Corps enlistment and a decade as a cop in Little Rock just to be taken out by a Microsoft Word document that refused to format my Table of Authorities.

The guy on the left (2021) had a pension plan and a hairline. The guy on the right (2026) just wants a nap and some orthopedic insoles.

I’ve officially reached the "don’t drive over the solid white line on Bauxite Highway while turning or I’ll yell at you from my porch" stage of life.

If you see me in Saline County looking like a discarded raisin, just know it’s been a long week… and it’s only Tuesday.

All jokes aside, I am incredibly grateful for the trust my clients place in me every day. It’s a privilege to advocate for you and navigate these challenges together. I truly appreciate each and every one of you!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms, grandmothers, stepmoms, and mother figures who hold families together through life’s toughest moments.

Your strength, patience, and love never go unnoticed. Wishing you a day filled with appreciation and well-deserved rest. 🌷

05/10/2026

Well, that escalated quickly! 😅

A couple days ago, I made a post about a frustrating traffic situation where Bauxite Highway meets West Sardis. It definitely struck a nerve to some, and I want to address the feedback received.

First, I read through the comments, and I definitely need to clear the air. A few of you pointed out the irony: “Aren't you a defense attorney?!” Guilty as charged! 🙋‍♂️ Yes, my day job is defending you when you end up in trouble with the law. But here is the secret: I actually don't want you to catch a charge! I live and drive in this community too, which means I will always advocate for safe, smart driving over trying to drum up business. I'd much rather wave at you safely at the gas station than see you sitting in traffic court.

Some of y’all suggested that I petition the state to add a lane in that location. Personally, I don’t mind waiting 30 seconds for the light to change, so I’m not going to fight for a lane there. But if you disagree and think there should be an extra lane and you want to petition the state to add one, then go for it! Heck, I’ll even give you advice and point you in the right direction if you need help getting started!

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(P.S. I figured this went without saying, but apparently it's not obvious! Yes, the photo is fake and made with AI! I promise no one from my office is sneaking out in the middle of the night to plant a silly sign in the road. Anyone who drives this commute knows it's just a little internet magic and having a sense of humor.)

05/08/2026

The Shoulder is Not Your Personal Express Lane.

This post is specifically meant for Bauxite and those who turn right from Bauxite Highway on to West Sardis!

We’ve all seen you. The light is red, the line is long, and you’ve decided that your right turn is simply more important than everyone else’s time, safety, and the literal laws of the road. You eye that shoulder like it’s a gift from the heavens, veer around everyone, and kick up a cloud of gravel just to save 45 seconds.
Here is a reality check before you catch a ticket:

1. You’re breaking the law.
Under Arkansas Code § 27-51-308, you are prohibited from passing on the right by driving off the "main-traveled portion of the roadway." Translation: The shoulder is for emergencies and broken-down Fords, not for you to bypass traffic because you lack basic patience.

2. You’re begging for a flat tire.
The shoulder is the graveyard of the highway. It’s where every nail, shard of glass, and rusted piece of scrap metal lives. If you want to spend your afternoon on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck because you ran over a box of roofing nails, keep doing what you’re doing.

3. "Careless Driving" looks great on a record.
Cops love this move. It’s an easy pull-over, an easy ticket, and an easy way to hike up your insurance premiums. If you think you're saving time now, wait until you’re sitting in traffic school on a Saturday morning with twenty other people who thought they were "skirting the system."

The Verdict:
If the white line is solid, stay on the left side of it. Unless your car is on fire or you’re a literal ambulance, stay in line like the rest of the adults.
Don't let a "shortcut" land you in court because I’m going to laugh and tell you that you deserve that ticket. Wait for the green light like the rest of us.

End of rant.

05/05/2026

MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU… AND MAY YOUR LICENSE STAY WITH YOU TOO.

As Star Wars day transitions to Cinco de Mayo, there may be more blue lights flashing tomorrow than lightsabers.

Celebrate responsibly and use a designated driver or call a ride.

If you make poor decisions and the Empire strikes back with a DWI charge… you know who to call.

05/04/2026

Happy May the Fourth from Ingle Law Firm.

Remember:
Fear leads to anger.
Anger leads to bad decisions.
Bad decisions lead to needing a lawyer.

May the Fourth be with you.