Wondering what a typical case looks like for Thomas A. Corletta, Rochester Defense Attorney? Read the following case reviews to better understand how Mr. Corletta goes above and beyond to defend his clients and bring about justice in Rochester. 

People v. C.A. (Avon Tn. Ct., 8/16/16)

Mr. Corletta saved still another client's license in People v. C.A. (Avon Tn. Ct., 8/16/16). In that case, Mr. Corletta's young client had excessive prior points on their license, and was again charged with Speeding. A conviction for Speeding would have resulted in loss of the client's license, thereby preventing the client from being able to drive to work. Mr. Corletta obtained a reduction to a mere parking violation, with a $50.00 fine, thereby preserving the client's license by adding no points to it. The client was ecstatic and took Mr. Corletta’s advice to be more careful, as any future tickets could result in loss of license. Mr. Corletta was able to successfully counsel his client on the ramifications of piling up points on the license. The client, through Mr. Corletta’s representation, did not just benefit from getting a reduction, but was educated on the point system and the ramifications it can have on one's license, so that hopefully no future violations will take place.

In re C.R. (US Bankruptcy Ct. (2016))

In a recent case in US Bankruptcy Court, Mr. Corletta struck a blow for a beleaguered client who was being repeatedly harassed by “automatically generated” collection notices from a well known bank, in violation of the Automatic Stay, perhaps the most basic protection a Bankruptcy Debtor has.
      The Automatic Stay facilitates a fresh start by prohibiting creditors from contacting a Debtor who has filed for Bankruptcy. This permits the Debtor some “breathing room”, in order to begin reorganizing his/her life.
      In a recent case, a well known bank continued to generate automatic collection notices and send them to Mr. Corletta’s client. Mr. Corletta brought 2 Contempt Motions against the Bank for violation of the Automatic Stay. The Bank's defense in part was that the notices were “automatically generated” and they did not even know they were being sent.
      Mr. Corletta argued this was a blatant lack of responsibility, and was indicative of the Bank's disregarding the Debtor’s rights and ignoring the law. It was easier to disclaim responsibility instead of changing their operating systems to make sure such notices were not sent.
     Mr. Corletta argued it was easier for the bank to deal with an occasional Contempt Motion, than to change their operating systems in that the majority of Bankruptcy Debtors did not complain about these notices.
     Mr. Corletta’s action on behalf of his client resulted in the Bank making a monetary settlement with his client, rather than risk going to Court and having the Judge decide whether their repeated actions violated the stay.
    This was an important victory for Bankruptcy Debtors, who are often treated with little respect, and may very well force the bank to change the way it sends these collection notices in the future, or risk further sanctions.

When you need an experienced lawyer, trust Thomas A. Corletta to protect your rights and handle your case with extreme care. Thomas A. Corletta specializes in DWI cases, bankruptcy, criminal defense and family law. See his case review above and be sure to visit his website, or give the office a call at 585-546-5072 for any additional information.