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Manhattan Criminal Arraignment Lawyers And Attorneys
Understanding the Manhattan Arraignment Process Anyone arrested in Manhattan on criminal charges should be arraigned within 24 hours. During the arraignment, which is the legal process of bringing the arrested person before a criminal court judge, decisions made could have far-reaching consequences that affect the outcome of the case. Importance of Knowing What to Expect […]
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Vacating Bench Warrants in New York City Courts Missing a court date or violating parole can trigger issuance of a bench warrant in pending New York City criminal cases. Bench warrants authorize police to arrest defendants and haul them before the court to answer for alleged failures to appear. Our NYC bench warrants lawyers have […]
read moreNYC Travel Insurance Fraud Lawyers
Travel Insurance Fraud: How It Occurs and What Can Happen Next People who travel for business or for personal reasons know the benefit of securing travel insurance. This type of coverage can help with the losses incurred due to delays, lost luggage, unexpected medical situations, and a number of other events. Like other forms of […]
read moreHobbs Act Lawyers
The Hobbs Act: Understanding Federal Criminal Regulations The United States penal code governs federal criminal regulations. The Hobbs Act, which was passed in 1946, is a law that prohibits robbery or extortion that affects international or interstate commerce. Since the crime concerns other countries or multiple states, it falls into federal jurisdiction instead of state. […]
read moreReckless Driving Lawyers
The need for an attorney is not something most people assume they’ll ever encounter for anything more serious than the making of a will or an estate. Most people have no intention of ever finding themselves in a situation in which an attorney is needed, but life has a way of making the seemingly impossible […]
read moreAlbuquerque PPP and EIDL Loan Fraud Lawyers
As the nation navigated the unprecedented challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) was established to provide a lifeline for struggling small businesses. However, as our federal criminal defense attorneys have seen firsthand, the PPP also attracted a wide variety of fraudulent activity. From falsifying information on loan applications to misusing funds, […]
read moreNYC Accountant License Defense Attorney
NY ACCOUNTING LICENSE DEFENSE LAWYERS NYC Accounting License Defense Attorneys In New York, as well as all other states, all professions, including Accounting, are heavily regulated. Practice of Accounting in New York is regulated by the Office of the New York State Board for Public Accountancy. The Board is authorized by statute to administer and […]
read moreYonkers Criminal Lawyers
The Spodek Law Group criminal defense attorneys help clients with both felonies and misdemeanors. If you’re accused of a crime, we want to help you. You have the right to an attorney The United States Constitution promises that all citizens of the United States will be provided with legal representation should they be charged with […]
read moreWhat is a BOLO Traffic Stop?
Understanding BOLO Traffic Stops Acronyms are common in just about every field and law enforcement is no exception. Police officers sometimes conduct traffic stops based on information that has been shared through a dispatcher, during a briefing, or some other source. That can lead to what is known as a BOLO traffic stop. Here is […]
read moreNY Penal Law Obscenity Crimes
If you’ve been keeping up with our ongoing series of posts, then you know the drill. We’re going to look, in this post, at obscenity and related charges. In case you haven’t, though, we’ve been taking a look at some of the various charges on the books in the state of New York in relation […]
read moreBronx Child Abuse Lawyers
Understanding Child Abuse In simple terms, child abuse is when a parent of a child or the caregiver of a child commits an action that results in emotional or physical harm or death. There are several types of child abuse, some that are intentional while others are committed without intent according to Child Help. Physical […]
read moreStaten Island Indecent Exposure Lawyers
Understanding Indecent Exposure Laws in New York Definition of Indecent Exposure Indecent exposure is a misdemeanor crime in the state of New York. Although not ranked as the most serious of crimes in the state, indecent exposure can have significantly negative consequences if a person is convicted on such a charge. In the state of […]
read moreFederal Defense Attorney for Wiretapping Charges
If you have been accused of violating wiretapping laws, you may be facing several years in federal prison if you are convicted. This is a serious crime that indicates the intentional act of violating someone else’s right to privacy. Because of the severity of the charges that you face and the penalties associated with a […]
read moreNYC Murder in the Second Degree Lawyers
In New York, there are various types of crimes that may be charged when a loss of life results. This includes first degree murder, second degree murder, manslaughter and criminally negligent homicide. All of these are very serious offenses that can carry significant penalties, including prison time. If you have been accused of one of […]
read moreDEA Suspensions and Revocations Attorneys and Lawyers
Federal Agencies and Your Rights Federal agencies usually cannot just intimidate individuals and businesses into relinquishing their rights or licenses. These may only be stripped through formal proceedings. Our nation does not make some special exception for suspensions and revocations by the Drug Enforcement Administration. Challenges with DEA Actions Still, overzealous DEA agents may seek […]
read moreNYC Prescription Drug Criminal Lawyers
NYC Prescription Drug Criminal Lawyers If you’re here, it’s likely you’re facing criminal prescription drug charges and doing serious research about your options. You’re likely googling to learn about criminal defense penalties, and looking to learn about what happens next. At Spodek Law Group, we understand how important this is. And we take it very […]
read moreNYS Department of Labor Audit Attorney
If you own a company in New York that attains service from freelancers, independent contractors, or consultants, your company may get a notification letter from the New York State Department of Labor (DOL) Unemployment Insurance (UI) Tax Division. It will probably tell you that your business will be subject to a labor audit. Regardless of […]
read moreLong Island OPD Defense Lawyers
Long Island lawyers and the Office of Professional Discipline (OPD) Long Island lawyers offer concrete legal representation to all licensed professionals before the Office of the Professional Discipline (OPD). There are several qualified lawyers – who for many years have represented professionals from different fields. About the Office of Professional Discipline (OPD) OPD stands for […]
read moreNY Penal Law 178 Criminal Conversion of Prescription Medication
In this ongoing series of posts, we’ve been taking apart some of the complicated legalese that you’ll contend with when going through the New York penal law in order to get at the meaning behind some of the complicated language. We’ve covered topics such as larceny, robbery, and the like in the past, but today […]
read moreNew York Penal Law 125.27: Murder In The First Degree
First degree murder is often discussed when someone unlawfully kills someone else. The murder is premeditated and planned. This act is committed while the defendant waits for the victim instead of simply killing the victim on the spur of the moment without any forethought involved. If there is a death that occurs during a felony […]
read moreExec at prestigious LI school convicted of stealing $8M for five Fire Island getaways, limos and a muscle car
https://nypost.com/2024/03/12/us-news/exec-at-prestigious-li-school-convicted-of-stealing-8m-for-five-fire-island-getaways-limos-and-a-muscle-car/ Exec at prestigious LI school convicted of stealing $8M for five Fire Island getaways, limos and a muscle car A bigwig at a prestigious Long Island school was convicted Tuesday of pocketing more than $8 million from its coffers and using the dough to splurge on five beach houses on Fire Island, limo rides […]
read moreNew York Penal Code 155.42: Grand larceny in the first degree
Grand larceny is a crime that you can be charged with if you are believed to have committed theft. In the state of New York, the crime is defined as an individual obtaining property that belongs to another person and intends to keep that property away from its rightful owner. There is no difference between […]
read moreTransfer of Ownership Civil Money Penalty (TOCMP)
The Transfer of Ownership Civil Money Penalty (TOCMP) The Transfer of Ownership Civil Money Penalty is paid by retailers who sell or transfer property that is disqualified from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The disqualification will be for a reasonable period if the retailer has committed the offense for the first time. This period […]
read morenyc dwi car forfeiture
One of the more controversial aspects of New York City’s driving while intoxicated (DWI) laws is car forfeiture. This is when the police seize your vehicle after you’re arrested for a DWI. Police can now also seize your car after an arrest for reckless driving. Once the police have impounded your car, they can start […]
read moreIRS Audit Lawyers
IRS Audit Guide: What You Need to Know The day has come. You’ve been informed that you’re being audited by the IRS. This is a day that no one, even the most careful of taxpayers, looks forward to. It means that you’re going to have to collect documents, talk to auditors, and take time away […]
read moreBronx Rape Defense Lawyers
When you hear about a rape accusation, you might feel overwhelmed. It is a very serious matter that can lead to harsh penalties, which means your entire life could be at risk. No one willingly commits rape, and often there are misunderstandings, or sometimes outright false allegations which is why you need a Bronx rape defense […]
read moreNew Jersey SNAP Violation Lawyers
If you’re a grocery store owner – there are many business challenges you’re facing. The last thing you want to deal with is being told by federal agencies that you violated SNAP laws. SNAP is run by the USDA, and they will send you a notice if they think you violated the laws governing SNAP. […]
read moreNew York Penal Law 105.17: Conspiracy in the first degree
In New York, it is a crime to make plans with someone else to commit a crime. This is called conspiracy. If you agree with one or more people to commit a crime and take a single step to further your plans, you’ve committed conspiracy. Conspiracy in the first degree There are several different levels […]
read moreNY Penal Law 100 – Anticipatory Offenses
When it comes to New York state penal law, the letter of the law can seem a bit complicated, or even downright confusing. So let’s get into a few of what are considered to be the “anticipatory offenses” in New York penal law. Criminal solicitation in the fifth degree When it comes to criminal solicitation […]
read moreNew York OPMC Attorney | NYC OPMC Lawyers
When we represent physicians in the OPMC matters, we always strive to resolve issues quickly before the situation escalates. We would begin by thoroughly investigating your case by interviews and document reviews. We will then present out position to the OPMC investigator often convincing the agency to terminate the case before it reaches the next […]
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