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Immigration Fraud Lawyers and Attorneys
Contents1 Types of Immigration Fraud1.1 Document fraud1.2 Diversity Visa scam1.3 Benefit fraud1.4 Marriage fraud1.5 Penalties for marriage fraud2 How to Avoid Immigration Fraud: Recommendations3 What to Do If You Become an Immigration Fraud Victim3.1 NYC Immigration Services Scams Lawyers3.2 Immigration Criminal Lawyers Immigration Fraud There are numerous people trying to find a way to help […]
read moreReckless Endangerment Lawyers
In New York, not every crime requires criminal intent. Sometimes, people act so carelessly that their actions can be considered criminal, even when they never intended to cause harm. This is one characteristic of the reckless endangerment laws that govern behaviour in the Bronx and throughout New York State. A Deeper Look at the Reckless […]
read moreStaten Island Postnuptial Lawyers
Contents1 Need a Postnuptial Agreement in Staten Island? Work with the Best Lawyers1.1 Why Postnuptial Lawyers Are Essential1.2 Choosing the Best Postnuptial Lawyer in Staten Island1.3 Where to Find Staten Island’s Top Postnuptial Lawyers1.4 Leading Postnuptial Law Firms & Attorneys in Staten Island2 Take Control of Your Financial Future Need a Postnuptial Agreement in Staten […]
read moreWhat do Police Consultants do?
Contents1 They Operate in the Shadows—but Dictate the Outcome2 Why Chiefs Dial 911 for Consultants3 Six Core Missions—Know Them or Be Outsmarted4 Case Study: The Kyle, Texas Wake-Up Call5 Anecdote: Downtown San Antonio’s “Safety Administrators”6 Consultant vs. Monitor vs. Expert Witness—Stop Blurring the Lines7 The Economics: Cheaper Than One Bad Shooting8 How Their Findings Decide […]
read moreNew York Penal Law 120 – Assault Crimes
Contents1 Assault in the second degree2 Gang assault in the second degree.3 Gang assault in the first degree4 Assault on a peace officer, police officer, fireman or emergency medical services professional5 Assault on a judge6 Assault in the first degree.7 Aggravated assault upon a police officer or a peace officer8 Aggravated assault upon a person […]
read moreDEA Investigation of Physician Assistants
Contents1 DEA Registration Defense for Physician Assistants1.1 Expert Legal Representation at Spodek Law Group1.2 Scrutiny Faced by Physician Assistants1.2.1 Areas of Investigation by the DEA1.2.2 DEA Enforcement Actions Against PA’s1.2.3 Consequences of Surrendering DEA Registration1.3 Consult with Experienced DEA Defense Lawyers DEA Registration Defense for Physician Assistants Our attorneys help PA’s with DEA registration defense […]
read moreNYC Financial Fraud Lawyers
Contents1 Understanding Financial Fraud1.1 Types of Financial Fraud1.1.1 Forgery1.1.2 Internet Investment1.1.3 Insurance Fraud1.1.4 Unauthorized Financial Transactions1.1.5 Wire Fraud1.1.6 Securities And Investment Fraud1.1.7 Credit Card Fraud1.2 Legal Implications and Punishment1.2.1 New York State Penal Code1.2.2 Punishment Understanding Financial Fraud Individuals who have committed financial fraud have performed an intentional act of deception. The act of financial […]
read moreCan Police Read Your Texts without a Warrant?
I know it’s scary to imagine that your phone could be rummaged through by authorities, especially if you’re uncertain about the laws around warrants, search and seizure, and how a simple text might suddenly become a piece of evidence used against you in court, and as a longtime defense attorney at the Spodek Law Group, […]
read moreNYC Medicaid Fraud Lawyers
What Is the Difference Between a Physician Self-Referral and a Kickback?
Contents1 Understanding the Differences: Kickbacks vs. Physician Self-Referrals1.1 Kickbacks and Physician Self-Referrals: Differences1.1.1 Applicability Scope1.1.2 Criminal and Civil Liability1.1.3 Exceptions1.1.4 Intent and Strict Liability1.1.5 Different Types of Transactions Understanding the Differences: Kickbacks vs. Physician Self-Referrals When dealing with Medicare, Tricare, Medicaid, or any other government benefit program, medical providers must navigate regulatory and statutory billing […]
read moreNY Penal Law 165 Criminal Possession of Stolen Property
Contents1 Criminal possession of stolen property in the fifth degree.2 Criminal possession of stolen property in the fourth degree.3 Criminal possession of stolen property in the third degree.4 Criminal possession of stolen property in the second degree.5 Criminal possession of stolen property in the first degree.6 Criminal possession of stolen property; presumptions.7 Criminal possession of […]
read moreUnfiled Tax Return Help Lawyers
Contents1 The Consequences of Failing to File Your U.S. Tax Returns1.1 When is a Failure to File Penalty Possible?1.2 What Penalties can One Face for Unfiled Tax Returns?1.3 How Can One Avoid Paying Failure-to-File or Failure-to-Pay Penalties? The Consequences of Failing to File Your U.S. Tax Returns Every U.S. citizen and legal resident is obligated […]
read moreDEA Drug Diversion Lawyers
Contents1 The Devastating Effects of Drug Diversion on Patients and Society1.1 What is Drug Diversion?1.2 The Various Types of Drug Diversion1.3 DEA Red Flag Investigations1.4 Implications for Drug Manufacturers, Medical Practitioners, and Pharmacists1.5 DEA Diversion Lawyers1.6 Why Choose Spodek Law Group1.7 Contact Us Today The Devastating Effects of Drug Diversion on Patients and Society The […]
read moreWhat is the procedure for appearance tickets (DAT) in New York?
Contents1 What is an appearance ticket2 How do desk appearance tickets work?3 When is an appearance ticket issued, and by whom?4 How is an appearance ticket served after arrest on posting pre-arraignment bail?5 How does arrest without a warrant work in general?6 When and where is an arrest without a warrant authorized? What is an […]
read moreDWI Refusal Hearing Lawyers NYC
WHAT IS A DWI REFUSAL HEARING Regardless of whether it’s right or wrong, if you refuse to submit to a DWI chemical test, your license to drive in NY will be revoked for one year. Within 14 days of your arraignment, the DMV will schedule a refusal hearing. This is a separate hearing from your criminal […]
read moreBrooklyn Order of Protection Lawyers
Contents1 What is an Order of Protection?1.1 What Does an Order of Protection Entail?1.2 What Court Will Issue an Order of Protection?1.2.1 What Does it Take to Receive an Order of Protection in Criminal Court?1.2.2 What Does it Take to Receive an Order of Protection in Family Court?1.3 How Long Will an Order of Protection […]
read moreWhat Happens At Federal Arraignment?
Contents1 What Is The Arraignment?2 Pre-Arraignment Detention.3 How Quickly Will The Defendant Be Arraigned4 What If the Defendant Is Arrested In Another Jurisdiction5 Bail6 Orders Granting Dismissal or a New Trial7 Orders Suppressing or Excluding Evidence8 Orders Suppressing Wiretap Evidence9 Bail Orders10 Classified Information11 What is the Role of a Jury? What Is The Arraignment? […]
read moreNYC Tax Fraud Lawyers
Facing IRS Investigation: Do You Need a Tax Fraud Lawyer? If there is one thing that strikes fear in the hearts of people, it’s having the Internal Revenue Service place them under investigation for tax fraud. When this happens, the IRS will do anything to gain an indictment and conviction. In fact, in 2015 the […]
read moreNYC Arson Defense Lawyers
Contents1 Accused of Arson? Get Legal Help from Criminal Defense Attorneys1.1 What is Arson under New York Law?1.2 New York Arson Statutes1.3 NYC Arson Insurance Fraud Lawyers1.4 Overview of the Crime of Arson Accused of Arson? Get Legal Help from Criminal Defense Attorneys Are you being investigated, or accused, of committing arson? As most people […]
read moreNew York Dental License Defense Lawyers
Contents1 New York Dental License Defense Lawyers: We Protect Your Career and Reputation1.0.1 Why You Need a New York Dental License Defense Lawyer1.0.2 How a New York Dental License Defense Lawyer Can Help1.0.3 Choosing the Right New York Dental License Defense Lawyer1.0.4 The Disciplinary Process for Dentists in New York1.0.5 Common Disciplinary Actions Against Dentists in New […]
read moreWorkers’ Comp Fines New York Lawyer
Contents0.1 Workers’ Compensation Judgement Reduction Appeal Process1 Workers’ Compensation Board Penalty for Nanny Appeal2 The dangers of hiring a nanny3 Our law firm can end your workers’ compensation nightmare4 Penalties for not Having NYS Workers’ Compensation Insurance Coverage for Covered Employers5 Penalty from the New York Workers’ Compensation Board5.1 Civil Fines for Non-Compliance5.2 Criminal Liability6 […]
read moreNew York Enterprise Corruption Lawyers
Enterprise corruption (New York Penal Law § 460.20) is a serious crime that’s usually associated with other, equally serious crimes. Enterprise corruption occurs when a person who knows of the existence of a criminal enterprise, and is aware of its criminal activities, associates with, participates in or is employed by that enterprise. If you are […]
read moreFederal Food Stamp Crimes
If you’ve been following the news these days then you’re aware that the new administration in Washington, D.C. has promised to prosecute and eliminate fraud in federal programs. One of these “entitlement” programs currently being scrutinized is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the “food stamp” program. Is snap In Trouble? The […]
read moreNYC Compliance instruction Lawyers
If you have found yourself in trouble with the law and being ordered to pay fines or complete community service, you will be subject to compliance instructions. However, time after time, clients of attorneys will fail to do what has been assigned to them. When this occurs, they may go to court without the proper […]
read moreNYC Assault and Battery Lawyers
Contents1 Exploring the Labyrinth of Assault and Battery Cases1.1 What’s in the Box?1.2 Playing the Self-Defense Card1.3 Shielding the Innocent1.4 Protecting What’s Yours1.5 Consensual Combat2 Tackling the Beast: Felony Assault2.1 Felony Assault: The Bigger, Meaner Brother2.2 Playing with Fire: Penalties2.3 Why Todd Spodek Should Be Your Go-To Guy3 Spodek Law Group: Your Lifeline in the […]
read moreNY Penal Law 125.12 – Vehicular Manslaughter
Now it might seem like the law is a bit convoluted and confusing, but it doesn’t always have to be. Vehicular manslaughter in the second degree. In order to be considered guilty of vehicular manslaughter in the second degree, you have to cause the death of another person, and also either operate a vehicle in […]
read moreNY Penal Law 190 Bribery of Public Servants
Contents1 Bribery in the third degree.2 Bribery in the second degree.3 Bribery in the first degree.4 Bribery; defense.5 Bribe receiving in the third degree.6 Bribe receiving in the second degree.7 Bribe receiving in the first degree.8 Bribe receiving; no defense.9 Rewarding official misconduct in the second degree.10 Rewarding official misconduct in the first degree.11 Receiving […]
read moreDUI – DWI Conditional License Lawyers
The New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) can issue a conditional driver’s license to a qualified driver whose New York license has been revoked or suspended due to a drug- or alcohol-related offense, most commonly DWI. A conditional license is not granted automatically; if your license has been suspended, you must apply for a […]
read moreNYC Procurement Fraud Lawyers
Understanding the False Claims Act and Government Procurement Fraud The False Claims Act was passed in 1863, and was expanded in 1986. The False Claims Act punishes individuals, and businesses, who attempted to defraud the government through false billing of goods and services. Our NYC procurement fraud attorneys provide concierge service, and experienced representation, in […]
read moreWhat Should You Do If You’ve Been Convicted of a Federal Crime?
Contents1 Preparing for Prison: What to Do If You’re Facing Federal Charges1.1 Schedule Regular Meetings With Your Attorney1.2 What Happens If You Decide to Appeal Your Conviction?1.3 Take Care of Tasks That You Can’t Do From Prison1.4 Stay Quiet About the Case Preparing for Prison: What to Do If You’re Facing Federal Charges Schedule Regular […]
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