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NYC Federal Criminal Lawyers
NYC FEDERAL CRIMINAL LAWYERS AS SEEN ON MAJOR NEWS OUTLETS and trusted by clients across the country, Spodek Law Group is an NYC federal defense law firm that was created by Todd Spodek. At Spodek Law Group, our NYC federal criminal defense lawyers understand that you might be in a tight spot if you are […]
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New York Child Support Lawyers The majority of child support cases are handled in a New York Family Court. According to the New York City Bar, in child support matters, a judge and an attorney for one or both parents is present in court. In some circumsntaces, a hearing examiner hears the case and renders […]
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NY Criminal Subpoena Duces Tecum Subpoena Duces Tecum in NY Criminal Cases Pursuant to the CPL, both the Assistant District Attorney (“ADA”) and the Defense Counsel, and the Court can issue a subpoena duces tecum to obtain potential physical evidence. A subpoena duces tecum is a subpoena that requires the witness to produce specified evidence […]
read moreBrooklyn DWI Lawyers
Being charged with a DWI in Brooklyn is a serious offense. The penalties are rather stiff, particularly if this is not your first time being arrested. Beyond that, you might be entirely innocent of the crime. However you might feel in the moment, the seriousness of a DWI charge simply cannot be discounted. Your very […]
read moreNew York Penal Code 265.04: Criminal possession of a weapon in the first degree
While Americans have the right to own firearms, New York state law limits the type of weapons that a person can own. It also limits how they can be used and how many a person may have at one time. Violating these statues could result in long prison sentences or other legal consequences. Those who […]
read moreOP Liquor License Lawyers
Categories of Liquor Licenses in New York There are different categories of liquor licenses that a New York business might want to apply for. The “OP” liquor license pertains to all different types of alcoholic beverages you might offer and means that beer can be sold by the business for consumption off-site. This is a […]
read moreNew York No-Fault Insurance Fraud Lawyer
New York Criminal Lawyers Defending No-Fault Insurance Fraud Cases New York Criminal Lawyers with our firm represent healthcare professionals and other individuals accused of No-Fault Insurance Fraud in state and federal courts. Our clients include physicians, physician assistants, physical therapists, attorneys, and others. We have years of experience defending white-collar criminal cases, especially those involving […]
read moreForget Anna Delvey’s Stylist, I Want Her Lawyer
FROM: https://money.com/student-loan-scams-warning-signs/ Notorious “Soho grifter” Anna “Delvey” Sorokin made multiple appearances in court this week to stand trial for grand larceny and theft. True to form, she seems to be treating her trial like a street-style opportunity, with each outfit looking more stylish than the next. On Wednesday, Sorokin arrived wearing a black choker with a […]
read moreBuffalo Tax Fraud Lawyers
In New York State, Criminal Tax Fraud is the name for tax evasion. This white collar crime carries some of the worst potential penalties of any of the other potential charges. Pursuant to New York Penal Law 1806, criminal tax fraud is: “a tax fraud act or acts […] with the intent to evade any […]
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No One Wants to Fail a Drug Test or Get Caught with Drugs No one wants to fail a drug test or get caught in possession of drugs by their employer. However, things can be much worse if your employer is the United States Armed Forces. If you are a military member who is facing […]
read moreWhat “special conditions” go with DWI?
A DWI conviction in New York comes with several special conditions, most notably probation and license suspension. These conditions place you under supervision while you drive for three to five years, depending on whether you are convicted of a misdemeanor DWI (most common) or a felony DWI. DWI Probation DWI probation is a supervision period […]
read moreLong Island Order of Protection Defense Lawyer
Order of Protection Lawyers: Your Guide to Legal Help Getting an order of protection can be a confusing and scary process. As someone experiencing domestic abuse, stalking, or harassment, you deserve compassionate legal help to keep yourself safe. This article will walk you through everything you need to know about order of protection lawyers – from understanding the legal process, to finding the right attorney for your situation. What is an Order of Protection? An order of protection […]
read moreBrooklyn Probation Violation Lawyers
Understanding Probation Before looking at violations, one needs to understand probation and how it works. According to CriminalLawyer, probation is a sentencing option so that the defendant doesn’t go to jail. The judge will examine all of the factors in the case and decide on the best sentence for the defendant. Most of the time, […]
read moreNew York Penal Code 130.35: Rape in the First Degree
Rape is often seen as a male forcing a female to have sex without her consent. While this is a component of the the crime, rape is any forced sexual act that takes place by either a male or a female. Rape is more than just forcing someone to have sex without that person’s consent. […]
read moreNew York State Food Stamp Crimes
Food stamps are an excellent program that help the poor stretch their dollars further. There have been many successful stories of people who have been able to get off food stamps and be a productive member in society, giving back to the system that helped them with whatever they needed. The average food stamp cardholder […]
read moreBrooklyn Gun Crime Lawyer & Weapon Possession Lawyers
Weapon Charges: Understanding Gun Laws and Defenses Gun Laws Following the 2012 Elementary School massacre that claimed the lives of 20 children and six adults, many states modified their gun control laws. New York was one of the states that were the first to enact stronger gun laws. The New York Secure Ammunitions and Firearms […]
read moreNew York Pharmacist License OPD Defense Lawyers
Defense Lawyers for NYC Pharmacist License Issues We have a lot of experience representing numerous New York licensed pharmacists in all types of government investigations. Pharmacists are obligated to continuously keep their license in good standing in order to successfully practice their profession in the State of New York. If you are found guilty of […]
read moreTax Refund Fraud Lawyers
Tax refund fraud occurs when a person submits false information to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) with the aim of obtaining money from the treasury. Tax refund is regarded seriously and leads to serious financial consequences for the perpetrator. In cases of repeat offenses, accused persons face long jail terms. Tax refund fraud is a […]
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Insider Trading Defense Lawyers: Protecting Your Rights and Future Are you facing accusations of insider trading? Our insider trading defense lawyers can help. The Spodek Law Group has over 40 years of experience handling legal issues. If you’re under SEC investigation for insider trading, then our defense lawyers can help. Here’s what you need to […]
read moreHRA Food Stamps Investigations
Food Stamp Trafficking Fraud has taken root in the American society, and it can entirely be blamed on the fact that people often need money to settle different bills in life, rather than food that is typically provided by the SNAP program. Additionally, those in possession of money find it possible to engage in various […]
read moreNYC 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 […]
read moreBest Staten Island Criminal Lawyers
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 moreMedicaid/Medicare Fraud Defense Attorney
Understanding Medicaid and Medicare Fraud: Penalties and Defense Strategies Fraud involves the act of using a deceptive action to take something of value for personal gain or at the detriment of others. Unfortunately, it has many applications throughout the healthcare industry. One of these is Medicaid and Medicare fraud. Through these healthcare programs, millions of […]
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 […]
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