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July 22, 2020
When the person gets arrested for the first time, he or she will most likely be terrified and shocked and will have tons of questions regarding the process and its outcome. Often, family and friends get involved in looking for a criminal defense attorney, and they as well will have […]
June 18, 2020
Among the cases our firm handles in the Federal courts, the absolute majority are cases related to white-collar crimes, such as wire fraud, money laundering, and related conspiracies. What is the difference between the state and the federal court system? As it relates to criminal cases, the Federal Court […]
June 15, 2020
A felony charge in New York is a serious criminal charge when an accused faces potential punishment of over 1 year of imprisonment. A felony charge is more serious than a misdemeanor, which is a criminal charge when an accused faces potential punishment of imprisonment of up to 1 […]
April 18, 2026
Why You Need a Specialized DWI Lawyer in New York — Not a General Attorney If you have been arrested for DWI in New York, the most important call you can make is to an experienced New York DWI lawyer who specializes in these cases — not a general practice […]
May 4, 2026
If a police detective has called you and asked you to come in to answer some questions, or if you have been contacted about a criminal matter, this page will explain what is likely happening, what your rights are, and what you should do next. What Does […]
December 15, 2017
Sealing of Criminal Record. On October 7, 2017, a new law went into effect in the State of New York, that allowed for sealing the criminal record under certain conditions. This was codified in New York Criminal Procedure Law (“CPL”) section 160.59 “Sealing of Certain Convictions.” This section provides that […]
July 1, 2020
Sometimes our clients are asking us why they are being directed to appear for an interview with NYC Medicaid fraud investigators in their offices. Usually, the client gets a letter in the mail from the NYC investigator directing him to appear in the Manhattan office for a Medicaid fraud […]
March 25, 2020
In this challenging time of the COVID-19 public health emergency, we need to remind ourselves that life is still going on. Recently, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo issued an Executive Order allowing people to get marriage licenses remotely and get married via video conference. As Governor Cuomo jokingly noted, there […]
April 12, 2019
Oftentimes in our practice, clients ask us how they can modify their child support obligations or whether they have grounds for modification of child support. As life circumstances change, people change jobs, their income may be reduced, their business may not do well, or they may start another family. So, […]
May 3, 2026
If you were arrested, charged, or received a Desk Appearance Ticket for petit larceny or shoplifting in New York, you are facing a criminal charge — not a simple violation. Understanding what that means for your record, your job, and your future is critical before your first court date. What […]
May 4, 2026
Hit and Run in New York: What You Need to Know If You Left the Scene of an Accident If you were involved in a traffic accident in New York and left the scene — whether you panicked, didn’t realize damage occurred, or were unsure what to do — you […]
May 4, 2026
If you or someone you know has been arrested or charged with a crime in New York, one of the first questions that comes up is whether the charge is a felony or a misdemeanor. Both are serious criminal offenses — but they differ significantly in how they are prosecuted, […]
September 1, 2017
Domestic violence is a general term describing various crimes and offenses committed between the members of the same family or household, as this term is defined in the New York Family Court Act (“FCA”). This includes not only spouses or former spouses, parents, and children but also people who […]
April 22, 2026
Charged with operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration in NYC or Long Island? Here is what you need to know — and how an experienced New York criminal defense attorney can help. Important: Driving with suspended registration is not a traffic ticket — it is a criminal offense […]
May 4, 2026
If you were pulled over and charged with driving on a suspended license in New York, you may be surprised to learn this is not a simple traffic ticket — it is a criminal charge. Known legally as Aggravated Unlicensed Operation (AUO) under VTL § 511, a conviction can mean […]
May 25, 2020
During this challenging time of Covid-19 pandemic and resulting Stay at home Orders covering 90% of the United States population, there have been reports of increased rates of domestic violence arrests in New York and elsewhere in the country. This is understandable, because people are locked down in their […]
August 18, 2017
It is very important that you answer your traffic ticket in a timely manner. Failure to answer your traffic ticket may cause your driver license to become suspended. In addition, if you fail to answer your traffic ticket or appear in court on the scheduled date, after a certain […]
July 16, 2017
Many New York residents will find themselves facing serious criminal charges ranging from DUI offenses to assault or drug possession. Once you’ve been arrested in New York, you will then be forced to manage and understand the criminal justice system, which requires an understanding of complex processes and procedures. […]
August 10, 2020
Estate Planning for Second Marriages in New York. Proper estate planning is imperative considering the current extremely high divorce rate in New York State. When either a single spouse or both spouses in the second marriage have children from the first marriage, a New York State Estate Planning Lawyer can […]