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NYC Financial Aid Fraud Lawyers
It is illegal under both federal and state law to make false promises, false claims or material misrepresentations in order to enrich yourself. Committing financial aid fraud can result in prosecution within New York State as well as criminal prosecution at the federal level by a U.S. attorney. Financial aid fraud takes a number of […]
read moreNYC Abuse & Neglect Lawyer
Understanding Child Abuse And Neglect Child abuse and neglect refers to any form of injury, sexual exploitation, sexual abuse, maltreatment, or negligent treatment of a child by any person under conditions that indicate that the child’s welfare, health, and safety have been harmed. Elements of Child Abuse and Neglect In many states, for a crime […]
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NY and Federal Criminal Background Check If you are looking to obtain an NY or Federal criminal background check there are myriad of options on the internet. Unfortunately almost all of the services offered online are are unofficial. The data is compiled from various questionable data sources. Clients often ask which official court records can […]
read moreInternal Investigation & Compliance – Pharmaceutical Marketing & Sales Lawyers
In today’s complex business world, internal investigations, or audits, for compliance are mandatory to maintain a health company. Not only can audits strengthen a company’s relationship with its employees, but they can also foster a culture of compliance. Putting this into perspective, compliance keeps your company out of federal crosshairs. Typically, the focus of compliance […]
read moreNYC Criminal Negligence Lawyers
Understanding Criminal Negligence Criminal negligence occurs when someone fails to use reasonable care to avoid causing or threatening harm to another person. In order for someone to be guilty of criminal negligence, they must know that their actions could lead to injury or death. Intentional Conduct vs. Recklessness Most crimes involve what is known as […]
read moreThe Ultimate Guide To filing an FBAR – Everything You Need To Know
The Ultimate Guide To filing an FBAR – Everything You Need To Know As a tax-paying citizen of the United States, you are obligated to report any foreign bank and financial account that exceeds $10,000 at any time during the year. This report, known as form 114 – Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts […]
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Staten Island Criminal Defense Attorneys: Safeguarding Justice Criminal defense attorneys play a significant role in the justice system in the United States. Criminal defense attorneys, including Staten Island criminal lawyers, protect the constitutional and legal rights of people charged with crimes. Protecting Rights: The Role of Criminal Defense Attorneys Criminal defense attorneys protect the vital […]
read moreNew York Penal Law 158.25: Welfare fraud in the first degree
What Is Welfare Fraud? This is a crime where the welfare recipient intentionally gives false information to a social services office about the income of the home, the number of people living in the home or other aspects that are used to determine eligibility in order to get more money from the state. There has […]
read moreNYC Child Custody and Visitation Lawyers
New York Child Custody and Visitation Lawyers Child custody is among the most important areas of law in the State of New York. The majority of parents want what’s best for their kids. Nevertheless, the legal system can be confusing and rather intimidating. It can be difficult to know how to stand for yourself and […]
read moreDEA License Surrender Defense Lawyers
Facing DEA License Surrender: Your Legal Options and Defense Strategies If you have a DEA license, this authorizes you to handle controlled substances and dispense them to patients. In some cases though, the DEA might ask you to voluntarily surrender this license. If you’re facing a potential license surrender action, it can jeopardize your career […]
read moreStaten Island Medicaid Fraud Lawyers
Many New Yorkers who can’t afford to pay for their own medical care can receive benefits from a government program known as Medicaid. Each state in the United States designs its own Medicaid program. New York state is able to determine eligibility and other criteria for those who want to be on Medicaid. The current […]
read moreNew York, New Jersey & Connecticut Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Lawyers
When it comes to employment law cases, you want someone fully armed, legally speaking, to evaluate and prosecute employment law cases. Many times an employee calls into our firm, and they have the belief that they have a case worth millions of dollars in compensation because they had been fired unfairly and without notice. Unfortunately, […]
read moreNew York and NYC Expunge Criminal Records Lawyers
Understanding Expungement: A Guide to Clearing Your Record Introduction Having a criminal record can lead to all sorts of hardships in your life. Unlike points on your driver’s license, criminal records will not simply disappear in a few years. As a result, it can become difficult to find employment, rent a home, or even travel […]
read moreNYC Home Insurance Fraud Lawyers
Types of Home Insurance Fraud As with most other types of insurance, there are several types of fraud involving home insurance. It hits home owners in a way that often takes a lot of money and time. This kind of fraud is often easy to get away with, but in the long run, there are […]
read moreWhat are the rules regarding official misconduct in New York?
Official Misconduct A public servant’s guilty of official misconduct when, with intent to obtain some sort of benefit or deprive another person of a benefit, they commit an act that relates to their office but which constitutes an unauthorized exercise of their official functions, knowing that this act is unauthorized, or they knowingly refrain from […]
read moreMethamphetamine Law: Possession and Distribution in New Jersey
Methamphetamine Law: Possession and Distribution in New Jersey Because of what is perceived to be a looming epidemic, the NJ legislature implemented strict drug provisions specifically for the possession and distribution of meth. Accordingly, charges for simple possession or possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine can become extremely complicated. Meth possession or distribution charges rate […]
read moreDEA Search Warrant Lawyer
The Drug Enforcement Administration is a federal law enforcement agency that was established in 1973 as part of the Department of Justice. The agency’s mission is to enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the U.S., and it has exclusive jurisdiction over all federal drug crimes, except those involving marijuana. The DEA has approximately […]
read moreAIRPORT MONEY SEIZURE LAWYERS
AIRPORT CURRENCY SEIZURE ISSUES AFFECT TRAVELERS NATIONWIDE Over 50 Years Of Combined ExperienceWe know how stressful it can be to arrive at an airport, and then only to have the authorities confiscate your money and assets. If you’re facing a airport money seizure, you need help—immediately to get your assets back – you don’t have […]
read morePPP Loan Fraud Lawyers
If you or your business have been investigated for potential PPP loan fraud, it’s important to find a criminal lawyer who specializes in PPP loan cases. A knowledgeable attorney can help you effectively navigate the complicated federal laws surrounding PPP loans, and ensure that your rights are protected throughout the process. At [Spodek Law Group], […]
read moreNYC Counterfeit Drug Lawyers
Understanding Counterfeit Substances Charges Counterfeit substances are anything designed to look like a controlled drug, prescription drug, or narcotic. Many people do not realize it is a crime to create, sell, distribute, or possess these substances even as a joke. If you have been charged with one of these offenses, then you need legal representation […]
read morePharmacy DEA Compliance: Is Your Pharmacy DSCSA Compliant?
Expert Legal Professionals and Compliance with DSCSA Laws Expert legal professionals can handle compliance issues related to the DSCSA laws. These obligations are directed at pharmacies, regardless of their size. The FDA has three main categories that deal with regulation of pharmacies. These categories are prevention, detection, and response. Determining Pharmacy Compliance Determining the compliance […]
read moreNew Jersey Physical Therapy Defense Lawyers
Like many other professions in the medical field, a physical therapist may face a law suit that threatens their practice and could keep them from performing their job. As physical therapy becomes a growing profession, more and more individuals will come to physical therapists to help them recover from injuries, old age, and live more […]
read moreNew York Penal Law 177.25: Health care fraud in the first degree
What Is First-Degree Health Care Fraud? This is a crime that is often considered to be white collar. It typically involves doctors and those who work in the field of healthcare. However, it crimes could also involve those who receive healthcare benefits and offer information that is not true in order to receive those benefits. […]
read moreManhattan Gun Crime Lawyers
Understanding Manhattan’s Gun Crime Laws With arguably the toughest weapons possession laws in the country, it is never a fun proposition to be charged with such a crime in Manhattan. Not only is there a mandatory minimum prison sentence dished out to all of those who are convicted on a gun crime, the damage it […]
read moreNYC Criminal Defense Lawyers
Being on the receiving end of a federal criminal indictment can be a frightening proposition. The federal government has virtually unlimited access to any and all of the resources it needs to pursue its case against you, and federal prosecutors are notorious for their tenacity and skill. If you’ve been accused of a federal crime […]
read moreNYC Social Security / NYC Welfare Fraud Lawyers
Understanding Welfare Fraud One of the things that people do to get assistance from the government is to commit welfare fraud. At times, this is unintentional as you might leave off a part-time job or forget to report that a change has been made in your living situation, such as a decrease in the amount […]
read morePossession with Intent to Deliver Lawyers
Lawyers for Charges of Possession with Intent to Deliver In New York City, possession of a controlled substance is a common offense. Hundreds of people are arrested for it every day. Spinning off of possession of a controlled substance is the offense of possessing a controlled substance with the intent to sell it pursuant to […]
read moreMortgage Broker Fraud Lawyers
What Is Mortgage Broker Fraud? Mortgage brokers play an integral role in helping home buyers find loans that meet their needs and budget. However, there are many ways in which mortgage brokers may engage in fraud or otherwise take action that help buyers get approved for loans for which they cannot afford or legitimately qualify […]
read moreFederal RICO Defense Attorney
Do You Need a Federal RICO Defense Attorney? The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act was passed in 1970. It gave law enforcement the leverage to take on organized crime and contain it. If the prosecution can establish beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendants participated in and profited from criminal activities, they can […]
read moreSNAP Violation Judicial Appeals
Judicial Review Process for SNAP Violations If the state accuses your business of violating SNAP rules, you risk losing your ability to accept SNAP payments. This can put your entire business at risk. Fortunately, there’s a way that you can ask a court to review the government’s decision to suspend your business’ participation in the […]
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