It’s easy to assume that government agencies and law enforcement officers always operate with a person’s Constitutional rights at the heart of what they do. Unfortunately though, this isn’t always the case.  While many police and law enforcement officers in NYC work diligently to uphold the constitutional rights of individuals along with New Yorkers’ local…

If you, or someone you know, has been indicted or arrested on domestic violence charges, you must contact an experienced domestic violence lawyer. Domestic violence is a serious crime in New York, and can carry a range of penalties – the most extreme being life in prison. New York State rarely allows any domestic violence…

Being questioned by police officers can be an incredibly stressful experience, even when you haven’t committed a crime. But not many people realize that simply talking to the police without a lawyer present is one of the most dangerous things you can do. It’s natural to want to try and explain your innocence to officers,…

If you’re arrested, it’s easy to start thinking about worst-case scenarios. If you’re facing a felony charge, your mind might race to typical sentences for the crime you’re accused of. Even if you’re caught up in the criminal justice system for misdemeanor offenses, you’ll probably think about the impact a conviction might have on employment,…

On the face of it, the justice system should work equally for everyone in New York – but in reality, this isn’t always the case. Clearly, there are countless instances where the odds seem stacked against a defendant because of that person’s background or situation – but it’s easy to overlook high-profile clients when considering…

False accusations in New York City are extremely serious and worryingly common. This type of crime occurs when someone alleges you have committed an offense that you did not do, with no evidence to support their claim. Since being accused of a crime could potentially result in criminal charges, the implications of false claims against…

In previous blogs, we’ve explained Title IX and explored the laws surrounding Title IX retaliations. However, if you’ve been accused of wrongdoing relating to Title IX, you’re probably more eager to understand what a Title IX investigation will involve. In this blog, we’ll explain what happens in Title IX investigations – and how they can…

You probably know that evidence is used to build a criminal case and is often presented in court. But the way that evidence is collected, handled and presented creates the opportunity for tampering, which is a crime.  Definition  Evidence tampering is any action that destroys, alters, falsifies or conceals any sort of evidence.  Evidence is…

If a loved one has been taken into custody and bail is set by the judge, it is imperative that you know your options. The more you know, the quicker you will be able to get your loved one released.  What is Bail?  Bail is the money a defendant must pay to be released from…