His attorney insisted on suit and tie. She said it would look better and score points with the judge. “All rise.” Liam’s mind wandered as preliminaries about the case were hashed out. His attorney touched his arm and he looked up. “So, Mr. Smith. Your attorney submits that you reached a settlement with the restaurant owner and it’s been paid. Is that correct?” The judge looked right down her nose at him, her disapproval was palpable. “Yes, Your Honor.” Shit. Had David been right? Was he in bigger trouble than he thought? The judge tapped the paper in front of her. “I see you’ve also been engaged in charitable work?” “Yes, KC’s Kidz is a charity which brings music to kids in the hospital.” “All right. Tests show you were free of alcohol and drugs at the time of the accident. Cause appears to be excessive speed.
