Channeling Atticus

In this episode of Channeling Atticus, host Matt Green tackles what happens when police accident reports get it wrong—and how that can seriously mess up your life. Matt breaks down why these reports are often flawed, citing factors such as chaotic crash scenes, missing or confused witnesses, rushed investigations, and even officer bias. He points out that police reports aren't the final say in cou...

In this episode of Channeling Atticus, Matt Green unpacks what really happens after a car wreck—and what insurance companies don't want you to know. Matt stresses three key steps: always call the police (no matter how minor the accident seems), never feel pressured to give a recorded statement to the other driver's insurance company and don't rush into a settlement—especially if you may be injured...

In this episode of Channeling Atticus, Matt Green breaks down what to do if you're pulled over for suspicion of DUI, specifically, whether or not you should take a breathalyzer test. Matt explains the key differences between the roadside portable breath test (PBT), which isn't admissible in court, and the official Draeger or Intoximeter test at the station, which can be used against you. He clears...

In this episode, host Matt Green sits with Washington Post columnist, award-winning investigative reporter, and author Radley Balko, to discuss his co-authored book The Cadaver King And The Country Dentist . This story is "a shocking and deeply reported account of the persistent plague of institutional racism and junk forensic science in our criminal justice system, and its devastating effect on i...

These are the times that try men's souls. It's incredible what we've seen in the last few weeks concerning law enforcement and its effect on everyday life here in America. One of the centerpieces of most police reform efforts is abolishing a doctrine known as Qualified Immunity. The doctrine of qualified immunity is a judicially created immunity shield that shields law enforcement, and government...

Before God, I am innocent of the crime for which I'm about to die, Sir! I am innocent. I'm innocent. What can I do when I'm buried? An Oak tree with a hundred roots will grow out of my grave to prove my innocence. This was the dying declaration of Charles RS Boyington. Perhaps Mobile, Alabama's most notorious convicted the defendant of capital murder, the May 10th, 1834 killing of Nathaniel Frost...

Attorney Matt Green and host Johnny Gwin talk about how one State's Supreme Court has finally drawn a line in the sand with these pandemic Government stay-at-home orders. The Wisconsin example may be the direction many more States will be heading. Resources: Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down Wisconsin's stay-at-home order that closed businesses to limit spread of coronavirus  |  jsoline.com Wis...

In this pandemic shut-down episode, Attorney  >Matt Green and co-host Johnny Gwin discuss Mobile, Alabama local "Outlaw" Barber  Joel Edwards Alabama Barber and Chief Barber's response to his refusal to stay closed. Alabama Governor Kay Ivey slashes red tape. Plus, how one 19th NY Supreme Court Judge responded to shelter in a 19th place quarantine order & much more goings-on in the  City of Mobile...

Many may not recognize the name Meredith Baxley, but they do recognize her as the scooter girl who was often seen around town on her electric scooter. Few know the story of how Meredith ended up in a scooter, and perhaps even fewer know the tragic final chapter in her story. In this episode, Matt Green interviews Christine Frohock, Meredith's mother, about the life, accident, and tragic death of h...

Civil forfeiture laws allow federal, State, and local police departments to seize cash, cars, homes, and property that are suspected of being involved in criminal activity. And here is the crazy thing, the property owner doesn't have to be charged with, let alone convicted of, a crime to permanently lose this property. Alabama's civil forfeiture laws are some of the worst in the nation. In this ep...

Insurance companies are in business to make money, like any other business. Plus, when you are the injured party in a car wreck, the insurance adjusters are not your friends. In this episode, Matt Green explains what you need to know to navigate the legal process after a car wreck and why hiring an attorney is a great idea to reach a satisfactory settlement.   Need A Consultation with Matt Green?...

Meet Matt Green attorney, former prosecutor, and judge brings his two decades of legal experience to discuss his perspective and insights into the arena of police drinking under the influence (DUI) stops, breathalyzers, arrests and prosecution. Should you blow, or not? What are the pros and cons of agreeing to the roadside test? What about refusing? In this episode, you will learn what you should...