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NYC Cross-Border Fraud Lawyers
The advent of the internet and the rise of social media has made communication across countries much easier. But it has also enabled a rise in scams perpetrated across national borders that can cost unwitting or confused consumers thousands of dollars. Known as cross-border fraud, this phenomenon takes a number of forms. The end result, […]
read moreNew York Family Law Attorneys: Fighting for You Like Family
Navigating Family Law in New York: A Guide Introduction Going through a divorce can be a difficult time for everyone involved. On top of the stress and tension that comes with co-parenting with a former partner, the legal process can add mounds of paperwork to your already too-busy schedule. With more than 40 years of […]
read moreNYC Stock Broker Fraud Lawyers
Wall Street and Securities Fraud Laws in NYC NYC is the epicenter of the USA when it comes to finances. Wall Street banks in NYC are blamed by the media, and court opinion, for the crisis of 2008. New laws, regulations, restrictions, and obligations have been placed on the banking industry as a result. Violations […]
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Facing Robbery Charges in NYC: How Spodek Legal Group Can Help It is never pleasant to face criminal charges that have been brought against you, but robbery is a particularly bad one. We understand that having the government charge you with robbery can be stressful and even frightening because of the implications of having a […]
read moreFederal Solicitation Charges: Understanding the Laws, Penalties and Defenses
Defending Against Federal Criminal Solicitation Charges If you are facing allegations of soliciting criminal activity under federal law, experienced legal counsel is critical to avoid severe penalties. Solicitation charges are complex, covering crimes never actually committed based only on speech or communication. Here is an overview of key federal solicitation statutes, government investigation approaches, potential […]
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Reasons for Immigrating to the United States There are many reasons why you might have decided to immigrate to the United States from your home country. You might have moved here with your parents or other family members when you were very young, and it might be the only home that you have ever known. […]
read morelong island Same-Sex Divorce Lawyers
Changes for Same-Sex Families In the changing year of 2015, the United States shifted in a better direction. The same-sex marriage finally earned the legalization that it had battled for many years. Due to this, without shame, a non-traditional bride and groom can display their same-sex wedding toppers and celebrate the extraordinary union with love […]
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A Brief Overview of RICO Cases In October 1970, the 91st United States Congress enacted the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. It was primarily aimed at thwarting prominent crime families such as the Gambino and Bonanno families, but since its inception, RICO has been used in all kinds of cases relating to organized […]
read moreNew York City Child Support Lawyers
Understanding Child Support Laws in New York According to New York State Law, it is the responsibility of both parents to financially support their children until they are 21 years old. In addition, child support also requires parents provide their children with health insurance until the child is 21 years old. However, if the child […]
read moreNYC Family Offense Petition Attorney
When certain criminal or dangerous acts are committed between direct or indirect relatives or individuals with an intimate relationship, these acts fall under what’s called a family offense. In addition to filing criminal charges, family offense victims have the right to file a family offense petition to seek relief from their perpetrator(s.) This petition outlines […]
read moreNYC Check Kiting Lawyers
Check kiting is a form of fraud where an illegal act of leveraging the natural delay in bank processing occurs. Basically, some makes use of nonexistent funds before the bank discovers that the check is invalid. In the past, this type of theft occurred when someone cashed a check at a bank. With the advent […]
read moreWhat is the Consequence of a Guilty Plea?
Pleading Guilty in a Federal Case: Pros and Cons If you plead guilty in a federal case, it is an admission that you have violated the law. However, a guilty plea generally comes with a promise to reduce the severity of your sentence. Let’s take a closer look at the potential pros and cons of […]
read moreNYC Property Damage Litigation Lawyers
Since ours is not a perfect world, at some point various types of property will sustain damage. Whether it’s a car accident, vandalism, or even a natural disaster such as fire or flood, it’s important to have a clear understanding of New York property litigation law. No matter whether your property has been damaged by […]
read moreManhattan Child Visitation Lawyers
Marriage and relationships are supposed to last forever. However, happily ever after is in fairy tales. When a couple splits, deciding the custody of the children is a significant obstacle. If a couple cannot agree on who will be the sole custodian, then the judge must make that decision. An experienced lawyer can help you […]
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Unpaid Wages and Overtime: Know Your Rights as an Employee Introduction There are laws in place that protect employees and ensure that they’re fairly compensated for the work they perform. This is especially true where an employer requires an employee to work overtime, or hours beyond their normally scheduled shift. While the law establishes how […]
read moreRetail Food Stamp Trafficking Lawyers
No one wants to collect food stamps, and no one wants to be on welfare. Most people do that as a result of desperation. They engage in doing whatever they do because all the available options are exhausted. If you are like most of the people who are on the government programs for assistance, then […]
read moreVirginia PPP and EIDL Loan Fraud Lawyers
Why You Need an Experienced Virginia PPP and EIDL Loan Fraud Lawyer The COVID-19 pandemic brought unprecedented government assistance to small businesses and workers across the country. The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program dispensed billions of dollars in loans and grants to help companies stay afloat during mandated shutdowns […]
read moreNYC Government Investigations Lawyers
When you are the target of a government investigation, many thoughts run through your mind. Confusion, fear, and uncertainty add up to make you feel powerless and terrified. However, while government investigators are counting on you to be scared enough to do as they say, that is actually the worst thing you can do. Whether […]
read moreBronx Public Intoxication Lawyers
Understanding Public Intoxication Laws in the Bronx, New York City You might be a little unclear on what exactly constitutes public intoxication in the Bronx borough of New York City. It might come as some surprise that public intoxication due to alcohol is not against the law in The Big Apple. However, public intoxication due […]
read moreFirst Amendment of the Constitution
The United States Constitution, originally drafted by the founding fathers in 1787, was the foundation for the world’s first true democracy. As profoundly visionary as the document was, it wasn’t perfect. While it defined what the democratically elected government was authorized to do, it did not define what it wasn’t authorized to do. Bill of […]
read moreQueens Indecent Exposure Lawyers
Indecent exposure is not one of the worst crimes a person can commit, but it’s not one that’s taken lightly. It’s a version of a sex crime, and being found guilty of exposing one’s private body parts in a public location is something Queens law enforcement officials take very seriously. Indecent exposure is defined as […]
read moreNYC Spousal Support Lawyers
New York Spousal Support Lawyers Does Every Divorce Case Include Spousal Support Orders? Spousal Support orders (sometimes known as spousal maintenance and commonly referred to in the past as alimony) are certainly not an obligatory part of a New York divorce. The family court will take a list of factors into consideration when deciding whether, […]
read moreLong Island Separation Agreements Lawyers
Separation Agreement Overview Sometimes instead of filing for divorce, one spouse will instead file for a legal separation. The primary purpose for a separation is to work out terms of agreement for a time period where both spouses will live in different legal residences. So instead of the marriage ending at the end of the […]
read moreFood Stamp Fraud Judicial Review of Determination
The U.S. government performs audits and investigates allegations of violations in order to assure the integrity of the SNAP program. When they believe a business has committed food stamp fraud, they can take steps to disqualify the business from participating in the SNAP program. When this happens, you have a right to a judicial review of […]
read moreFederal Criminal Investigations Lawyers
Felony charges are a matter of jurisdiction; most crimes are charged at the state level by the state attorney. The process of collecting evidence is called a federal criminal investigation. There are formal rules and procedures that regulate the investigation process, and corporate influence on the federal judiciary has certainly shaped the way these actions […]
read moreNew York Doctor License Defense Lawyers
NEW YORK DOCTOR LICENSE DEFENSE LAWYER AS SEEN ON TV Over 50 Years Of Combined Experience When doctors in New York face investigationsm or charges, it can be scary. If you’re a doctor, you worked hard for your license and now a regulatory body is threatening to take it away from you. Now – you […]
read moreBrooklyn Assault Lawyers
Assault is one of the most common crimes with which a defendant is charged. Just like any other violent crime, the conviction is always significant. While an assault might result from incitement or aggravation, the court always handles it as a criminal act. If you have been accused of assault, you will realize how fast […]
read moreGrocery store food stamp fraud lawyer
If your grocery store or convenience store has been accused of food stamp fraud, then you need an experienced lawyer to represent you. Food stamp fraud in New York carries significant penalties for retailers. Here’s what you need to know to fight the charge. Types of food stamp fraud for Retailers The United States Department […]
read moreBronx Indecent Exposure Lawyers
Bronx Laws on Indecent Exposure Bronx laws follow the letter of the law in New York. When a person is arrested for indecent exposure, they are tried for a criminal offense. It’s a sex crime to expose the genitals of oneself in any capacity in the state of New York, and it’s tried as a […]
read moreWhat are the exemptions from prosecution by reason of previous prosecution in New York?
What are the exemptions from prosecution by reason of previous prosecution in New York? Within any prosecution for a crime, it’s an affirmative defense of duress that the defendant engaged in the supposed crime because they were coerced to do so by the use or threat of physical force upon them or another person, which […]
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