The announcement today may help shield him against such charges.

The incumbent has been struggling for respect against charges that he isn't really a heavyweight.

Both men have already hired lawyers to defend them against charges, expected to be formally brought Thursday.

At least it would protect me against future charges of ill-advised actions.

It also provides insurance against charges resulting from lost or stolen credit cards.

Michelle Obama has come out fighting against charges that she is meddlesome.

Harrison has also had to defend himself against charges that he is a dirty player.

The latter, without some official documentation, could not defend themselves against such charges.

They may try to protect their children from the questioning or defend themselves against charges of neglect.

The tank also has side skirts as a protection against shaped charges.