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Violence Against Women
Contents1 VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN1.1 WHAT THE LAW SAYS1.2 MISCONDUCT THAT WAS COMMITTED IN A RELATIONSHIP1.3 MAJOR PENALTIES AND WHY THEY MATTER1.4 HOW WE DEFEND YOU1.5 CALLING OUT EXCUSES1.6 MULTIPLE POINTS OF VIEW1.7 YOUR NEXT STEP1.8 FAQ QUICK-REFERENCE TABLE1.9 OUR FIRM PHILOSOPHY AND DISCLAIMER VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN Brutal Truth: Violence against women is a serious crime […]
read moreIs Hawala Legal
Contents1 IS HAWALA LEGAL?1.1 WHAT IS HAWALA?1.2 U.S. RULES AND REGULATIONS1.3 POTENTIAL CRIMES AND PUNISHMENTS1.4 WHY THE SYSTEM ATTRACTS GOVERNMENT ATTENTION1.5 HOW SPODEK LAW GROUP APPROACHES HAWALA DEFENSE1.6 STRATEGIES WE USE IN HAWALA DEFENSE1.7 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (QUICK REFERENCE)1.8 REACH OUT TODAY IS HAWALA LEGAL? HAWALA is a centuries-old method of transferring money without moving […]
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Contents1 HOUSE ARREST FOR FEDERAL OFFENSES1.1 WHAT IS HOUSE ARREST?1.2 POSSIBLE REASONS FOR HOUSE ARREST1.3 LEGAL PENALTIES AND CONSEQUENCES1.4 HOW SPODEK LAW GROUP DEFENDS YOU1.5 WHEN YOU NEED A STRATEGIC ADVISOR1.6 HOUSE ARREST FAQ1.7 CONTACT US FOR A RISK-FREE CONSULTATION HOUSE ARREST FOR FEDERAL OFFENSES House arrest is a court-ordered program that was designed to […]
read moreHobbs Act
Contents1 HOBBS ACT: EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW1.1 WHO WE ARE: A NATIONWIDE FEDERAL DEFENSE LAW FIRM1.2 WHAT IS THE HOBBS ACT?1.3 COMMON EXAMPLES OF HOBBS ACT VIOLATIONS1.4 PENALTIES YOU FACE UNDER THE HOBBS ACT1.5 HOW WE STRATEGICALLY DEFEND HOBBS ACT CASES1.6 KEY GOVERNMENT WEBSITES FOR REFERENCE1.7 HOW WE CREATE LEVERAGE FOR A STRONG DEFENSE1.8 […]
read moreDefenses For Seized Phone Or Computer
Contents1 DEFENSES FOR SEIZED PHONE OR COMPUTER1.1 WHY DEVICES GET SEIZED1.2 PENALTIES AND PUNISHMENTS1.3 LEGAL STRATEGIES WE USE1.4 MULTIPLE POINTS OF VIEW1.5 DIRECT TALK: NO EXCUSES1.6 QUICK-REFERENCE FAQ TABLE1.7 WHY CHOOSE SPODEK LAW GROUP1.8 GET A RISK FREE CONSULTATION TODAY1.9 DISCLAIMER DEFENSES FOR SEIZED PHONE OR COMPUTER If you’re on our website, it’s because your […]
read moreConvey False Information
Contents1 CONVEY FALSE INFORMATION1.1 WHAT IS CONVEYING FALSE INFORMATION?1.2 FEDERAL LAWS AND PENALTIES1.3 NEW YORK STATE PERSPECTIVE1.4 WHY PROSECUTORS CRACK DOWN1.5 YOUR DEFENSE STRATEGY1.6 REAL CONSEQUENCES—AND WHY THEY MATTER1.7 THINKING BIGGER AND BOLDER: OUR STRATEGIC ADVICE1.8 MULTIPLE POINTS OF VIEW1.9 HOW SPODEK LAW GROUP CAN HELP YOU CONVEY FALSE INFORMATION If you’re accused of conveying […]
read moreFederal Search Warrants
FEDERAL SEARCH WARRANTS Federal search warrants are legal tools that were authorized by a judge in order to let government agents search a home, a business, or personal property. If you’re under investigation, then you may discover that a federal search warrant has been issued in your name. That means law enforcement has legal permission […]
read moreMisappropriation Of Postal Funds
Contents1 MISAPPROPRIATION OF POSTAL FUNDS1.1 WHAT IS MISAPPROPRIATION OF POSTAL FUNDS?1.2 POTENTIAL PENALTIES YOU FACE1.3 BRUTAL HONESTY: WHY THIS MATTERS1.4 HOW PROSECUTORS APPROACH THESE CASES1.5 DEFENSE STRATEGIES WE USE1.6 MULTIPLE POINTS OF VIEW1.7 HOW WE HOLD YOU ACCOUNTABLE1.8 COMMON QUESTIONS: QUICK REFERENCE1.9 HOW SPODEK LAW GROUP CAN HELP YOU1.10 YOUR NEXT MOVE1.11 FINAL NOTE: LEGAL […]
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FEDERAL SMUGGLING OF GOODS If you’re on this page, you may already suspect how serious federal smuggling charges can be. Let me be brutally honest with you: any individual who was charged with smuggling goods faces strict penalties, including prison time, steep fines, and a permanent criminal record. That means your future job prospects, your […]
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FEDERAL WRIT OF HABEAS CORPUS TOP RATED, NATIONWIDE DEFENSE We are Spodek Law Group, a nationwide federal defense law firm that was created by Todd Spodek, and we’re here to deliver a harsh reality check about the Federal Writ of Habeas Corpus. If you think you can coast on hope without filing for relief, you’re […]
read moreFederal Bribery
Contents1 FEDERAL BRIBERY LAWYERS2 What Is Federal Bribery?3 Penalties for Federal Bribery4 Strategies of How We’d Defend You5 Multiple Points of View6 Possible FAQs7 Contact Spodek Law Group Today FEDERAL BRIBERY LAWYERS AS SEEN ON EXPERIENCED DEDICATED Spodek Law Group, is a premier, and award winning, New York / Federal criminal defense law firm with […]
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FEDERAL PRETRIAL DIVERSION PROGRAMS If you’re facing federal charges, you might be terrified of going to court, or ending up in prison. One option you may not know about is pretrial diversion. It’s a program that, if offered by the U.S. Attorney’s Office, can let you avoid a federal conviction. Below, we talk about how […]
read moreBank Fraud
Contents1 BANK FRAUD LAWYERS1.1 WHAT BANK FRAUD INVOLVES1.2 POTENTIAL PENALTIES AND CONSEQUENCES1.3 WHY SPODEK LAW GROUP IS THE RIGHT CHOICE1.4 COMMON DEFENSE STRATEGIES1.5 HOW WE WORK WITH CLIENTS1.6 LINKS TO IMPORTANT RESOURCES1.7 UNDERSTANDING THE STAKES1.8 READY TO SPEAK TO AN ATTORNEY?1.9 DISCLAIMER BANK FRAUD LAWYERS Over 50 Years Of Combined Experience. That’s what our Spodek […]
read moreFederal Discovery Process
Contents1 FEDERAL DISCOVERY PROCESS LAWYERS1.1 WHY THE FEDERAL DISCOVERY PROCESS MATTERS1.2 WHAT IS DISCOVERABLE EVIDENCE?1.3 HOW FEDERAL DISCOVERY WORKS1.4 POTENTIAL CONSEQUENCES IF YOU FAIL TO MANAGE DISCOVERY1.5 HOW SPODEK LAW GROUP HANDLES FEDERAL DISCOVERY1.6 STRATEGIES TO PROTECT YOUR FUTURE1.7 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS1.8 WHY SPODEK LAW GROUP IS DIFFERENT1.9 REQUEST A RISK-FREE CONSULTATION FEDERAL DISCOVERY PROCESS […]
read moreMotion In Limine
Contents1 Motion In Limine: A Critical Legal Tool in Criminal Defense1.1 What Is a Motion in Limine?1.2 Why Are Motions in Limine Important?1.3 Legal Penalties of a Criminal Conviction1.4 How a Motion in Limine Can Impact Your Defense1.5 What Types of Evidence Can Be Excluded?1.6 How We Defend You: Our Approach to Motions in Limine1.7 […]
read moreFederal Downward Departures
Contents1 Federal Downward Departures: Understanding, Strategies, and Consequences1.1 Why Federal Downward Departures Matter1.1.1 How Judges Use the Guidelines1.2 Legal Grounds for Downward Departures1.3 Comparison of Common Grounds for Federal Downward Departures1.4 Strategies to Secure a Federal Downward Departure1.5 Potential Legal Consequences Without a Downward Departure1.6 Insights from Spodek Law Group1.7 Multiple Viewpoints on Downward Departures1.8 […]
read moreClassification System Federal Felonies
Contents1 FEDERAL FELONY CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM — WHY IT CONTROLS YOUR FATE1.1 CLASSIFICATION BASICS — LETTER GRADES THAT DECIDE YEARS1.2 CLASS A — THE GOVERNMENT WANTS YOUR LIFE1.3 CLASS B — 25 YEARS IS A GENERATION1.4 CLASS C — 10 TO 25 YEARS, THE QUIET CAREER KILLER1.5 CLASS D — 5 TO 10 YEARS, THE “I’LL BE FINE” MYTH1.6 CLASS E — 1 TO 5 YEARS, BUT DON’T GET COMPLACENT1.7 HOW THE U.S. SENTENCING GUIDELINES HIJACK THE CLASS […]
read moreFailure To Appear
Contents1 Failure To Appear Lawyers2 Understanding Failure to Appear2.1 Potential Penalties3 Failure To Appear: Key Factors to Consider4 Legal Strategies to Address Failure to Appear5 Spodek Law Group: Defending Clients Nationwide5.1 Why Time Matters6 Take Action Now Failure To Appear Lawyers Failure to appear in court is a serious issue that can lead to harsh […]
read moreFederal Conceal Person From Arrest
Contents1 FEDERAL CONCEAL PERSON FROM ARREST1.1 WHAT IS “CONCEAL PERSON FROM ARREST”?1.2 PENALTIES YOU COULD FACE1.3 HOW OUR LAW FIRM CAN DEFEND YOU1.4 WHY THIS CRIME IS A BIG DEAL1.5 DEEP INSIGHTS: TACTICS AND MINDSET1.6 MULTIPLE POINTS OF VIEW1.7 FAQ QUICK-REFERENCE TABLE1.8 WE’RE HERE 24/7 TO HELP YOU1.9 DISCLAIMER & IMPORTANT INFORMATION FEDERAL CONCEAL PERSON […]
read moreAiding And Abetting
Contents1 AIDING AND ABETTING — WHY THE GOVERNMENT TREATS HELPERS AS FULL‑BLOWN OFFENDERS1.1 STATUTE & ELEMENTS — WHAT THE GOVERNMENT MUST PROVE1.2 PENALTIES — THE PRICE TAG FOR “JUST HELPING”1.3 COMMON SCENARIOS — HOW GOOD PEOPLE END UP IN THE DOCK1.4 CRITICAL GAPS THAT RUIN DEFENSES1.5 STRATEGIC DEFENSE TOOLS — HOW WE PUNCH BACK1.6 A QUICK COMPARISON — AIDING & ABETTING VS. CONSPIRACY […]
read moreConspiracy Rico Crimes
CONSPIRACY RICO CRIMES: WHAT BLUE-COLLAR WORKERS NEED TO KNOW If you’re facing RICO charges, you’re in a fight for your freedom. Let’s cut through the legal jargon and tell you exactly what’s at stake—and how we’ll fight for you. — WHAT IS A RICO CONSPIRACY? THE BASICS The RICO Act—short for Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt […]
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FEDERAL CONSPIRACY CHARGES Conspiracy charges can be confusing and, frankly, terrifying. We’re Spodek Law Group, a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek, and we’ve seen first-hand how prosecutors in New York and beyond use these charges to wrap everyone up in a single case. This article will give you a clear understanding […]
read moreCapital Punishment
Capital Punishment Capital punishment, also referred to as the death penalty, is one of the most complex and severe penalties in the criminal justice system. We understand that facing allegations related to a capital offense is life-altering and are here to help you get through. At The Spodek Law Group, our elite attorneys have the […]
read moreContractor Wage Non-Payment Claims Lawyers
Contents1 CONTRACTOR WAGE NON-PAYMENT CLAIMS LAWYERS1.1 THE PROBLEM THAT CONTRACTORS FACE1.2 HOW SERIOUS ARE THE PENALTIES?1.3 HOW WE DEFEND YOU1.4 COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS1.5 POINT OF VIEW: WORKERS VS. EMPLOYERS1.6 QUICK-REFERENCE FAQ TABLE1.7 WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?1.8 WHY CHOOSE SPODEK LAW GROUP?1.9 LEGAL DISCLAIMER CONTRACTOR WAGE NON-PAYMENT CLAIMS LAWYERS WE KNOW THE STRUGGLE If you are a contractor […]
read morePuerto Rico Health Care Fraud Defense Lawyers
PUERTO RICO HEALTH CARE FRAUD DEFENSE: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW We’re Spodek Law Group, and our mission is simple: protecting your rights, regardless of your situation. If you’re in Puerto Rico—and facing possible health care fraud allegations—then this article is a must-read. We have over 50 years of combined experience handling federal charges nationwide, […]
read moreAnti-Counterfeiting Defense
Contents1 ANTI-COUNTERFEITING DEFENSE1.1 UNDERSTANDING COUNTERFEITING AND ITS PENALTIES1.1.1 WHY LOCAL ISSUES MATTER IN NEW YORK1.2 DEFENSE STRATEGIES WE MIGHT USE1.2.1 DIRECT ADVICE FOR YOU1.3 MENTAL MODELS FOR FIGHTING BACK1.4 FAQ QUICK-REFERENCE TABLE1.5 TURN TO OUR TEAM ANTI-COUNTERFEITING DEFENSE If you’re accused of counterfeiting, you face potential prison time. In large cities like New York, local […]
read moreERC-721 and ERC-1155 Smart Contracts
Contents1 ERC-721 AND ERC-1155 SMART CONTRACTS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW1.1 ERC-721: THE ORIGINAL NFT STANDARD1.2 ERC-1155: A MULTI-TOKEN REVOLUTION1.3 CREATORS VS. INVESTORS1.4 LEGAL PENALTIES AND CRIMINAL CHARGES1.5 HOW SPODEK LAW GROUP DEFENDS YOU1.6 COMPARING ERC-721 VS. ERC-11551.7 AVOIDING COMMON PITFALLS1.8 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)1.9 ERC-721 AND ERC-1155 SMART CONTRACTS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW […]
read moreCFPB Response to Civil Investigative Demands
CFPB RESPONSE CIVIL INVESTIGATIVE DEMANDS If you receive a Civil Investigative Demand (CID) from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), it means the government wants information about possible consumer finance violations. That can lead to serious legal trouble if you ignore it, such as heavy fines or even a lawsuit in federal court. WHO IS […]
read moreDOJ Response to Civil Investigative Demands
Contents1 DOJ RESPONSE TO CIVIL INVESTIGATIVE DEMANDS1.1 WHAT IS A CIVIL INVESTIGATIVE DEMAND?1.2 KEY MISTAKES PEOPLE MAKE1.3 THE ROLE OF STRATEGIC LEGAL COUNSEL1.4 WHAT IF YOU REFUSE OR IGNORE THE CID?1.5 HOW SPODEK LAW GROUP CAN HELP1.6 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS1.7 YOU NEED TO TAKE ACTION NOW1.8 LEGAL DISCLAIMER DOJ RESPONSE TO CIVIL INVESTIGATIVE DEMANDS They […]
read moreCustoms Duties Defense
Contents1 WHY ARE CUSTOMS DUTIES SUCH A BIG DEAL?2 POTENTIAL CRIMES AND PUNISHMENTS3 HOW WE DEFEND YOU3.1 KEY STRATEGIES WE USE4 TAKING RESPONSIBILITY AND MOVING FORWARD5 FINDING OFFICIAL GUIDANCE5.1 QUICK-REFERENCE FAQ TABLE6 EXPERIENCED. DEDICATED. We are Spodek Law Group, a nationwide federal defense law firm created by Todd Spodek. We’re here to discuss something that […]
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