May 28, 2026

How to Seal Criminal Record in New York

A past conviction can block you from jobs, housing, and professional licenses for years after your case is over. New York gives you two ways to put it behind you. It helps to know up front that New York seals records rather than expunging them — sealing hides a conviction […]
July 1, 2020

Medicaid Fraud Investigations in New York

  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 […]
May 3, 2026

Arrested for Petit Larceny in New York? Here’s What You Need to Know

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: Leaving the Scene of an accident with property damage or personal injury

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

Felony vs. Misdemeanor in New York: What Is the Difference?

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, […]
May 20, 2026

Arrested for Domestic Violence in New York: What Happens in Criminal Court and Family Court

A domestic violence arrest can change a person’s life within hours. It can remove someone from their own home, separate them from their children, and lead to proceedings in more than one court at the same time. If you or a loved one has been arrested for a domestic violence […]
April 22, 2026

Driving with a suspended registration in New York

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

Driving with a Suspended License in New York: What You Need to Know

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

Domestic violence and Covid-19 pandemic

  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 […]
June 17, 2026

Don’t Ignore Your Traffic Ticket — Here’s What Happens If You Do

 Receiving a traffic ticket is inconvenient, but ignoring it is far worse. What starts as a minor violation can quickly spiral into license suspensions, mounting fines, and even criminal charges. Here’s what you need to know. Your License Can Be Suspended The most immediate consequence of failing to respond to […]
June 18, 2026

What Happens After You Are Arrested in New York?

Being arrested is frightening — and the hours and days that follow can feel chaotic and confusing. Whether you are facing a DWI, an assault charge, drug possession, or another offense, understanding what comes next helps you protect your rights and make smart decisions. Below, the New York criminal defense […]