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New York Medicaid Exclusion Attorney
New York Medicaid Exclusion Attorney Our New York Medicaid and Medicare exclusion attorneys represent healthcare providers that have been excluded from participation in state and federal program such as Medicaid and Medicare as the result of criminal conviction, a disciplinary action, or an audit. Although a person is innocent until proven guilty, unfortunately some agencies […]
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You might be a food stamp recipient that’s facing an allegation of food stamp fraud. On the other hand, you may be a store owner that’s accused of improperly accepting food stamp benefits. Either way, an allegation of food stamp fraud can be a challenge. Not only are you facing potential criminal charges or a […]
read moreManhattan Separation Agreements Lawyers
Understanding Legal Separation in Manhattan If you and your spouse are facing a separation within your marriage, chances are good you’re prone to disagreement. A separation is a helpful tool in many marriages and divorces. It allows couples unsure they want to be married to one another any longer a chance to test the waters […]
read moreNY Penal Law 135 – Kidnapping and Coercion
In this post we’re going to get into some of the terms, definitions, and charges that are involved in crimes of kidnapping and coercion. Let’s start with some definitions first. Unlawful imprisonment, kidnapping and custodial interference; definitions of terms First of all, to restrain someone is to restrict their movements in a way that interferes […]
read moreNYC Divorce Separation Mediation Lawyers
The stress and emotional pain of going through a divorce can be overwhelming. But with the help of a NYC Divorce Separation Mediation Lawyer, you can protect your rights while navigating the difficult process. Experienced Divorce Mediation Lawyers in NYC have extensive experience and knowledge to help resolve any family law issues that arise during […]
read moreStaten Island Legal Separation Lawyers
Legal Separation in Staten Island: A Stepping Stone to Divorce No one in Staten Island is legally permitted to file for divorce without first expressing specific grounds. The State of New York offers several options in terms of legal grounds for divorce, and you have options for filing. The law does not require any couple […]
read moreTheft of Service Lawyers
You think of stealing in terms of physical or tangible items, such as food or jewelry. Criminal laws also punish you for theft of things you necessarily can’t carry or take away physically. These include meals, telephone service, a cable or Internet package and a stay in a hotel. If you’re charged with theft of […]
read moreSubpoena Duces Tecum in NY Criminal Cases
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 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 […]
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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 moreWhat to Do if Charged With Violating the Anti-Kickback Statute?
Physicians and other medical providers are prime objects of kickback schemes. They make important decisions, and their patients approach them with authority. Other businesses, such as pharmaceutical companies, other service providers, medical equipment suppliers and facility owners could benefit from getting more patient business. They may reward doctors for referring Medicaid and Medicare clients to […]
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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 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 […]
read moreNY and Federal Criminal Background Check
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 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 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 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 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 […]
read moreWhat Is the Personal Service Exception under Stark Law?
In 1992, Congress passed a prohibition on physician self-referral. This prohibition is often called the Stark Law. The law was expanded in scope in 1995, and it now rests under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The CMS fraud and abuse laws make healthcare fraud a federal crime. Awareness of the personal service […]
read moreNYC St. John’s University Title IX Investigations Lawyers
St. John’s University: A Well-Respected Institution and Its Policies St. John’s University is a well-known and well-respected university. With campuses throughout NYC, it has a large student body and a reputation for strong academics. Students come to it from all over the world. Like all universities, it has rules and regulations designed to protect the […]
read moreNew York Record-Sealing Lawyer
Sealing Criminal Records in New York: Understanding the Process If a person is convicted of a crime in New York, they often assume this will remain on their permanent record for the rest of their life. For most instances, this is true. There is no process for erasure, or expungement, of a criminal record in […]
read moreNYC / New York State Liquor Authority License Violations Lawyers
Have you or your business been accused of violating liquor licensing laws in New York? The consequences can be dire if you do not take immediate legal action. From facing severe sanctions to paying hefty fines, it is imperative that you hire an experienced attorney who specializes in liquor law violations. At Spodek Law Group, […]
read moreReceived a letter from 151 W. Broadway NY NY Bureau of Fraud Investigations?
If you received a letter from the New York City Department of Social Services Investigation Revenue and Enforcement Administration Bureau of Fraud Investigations with the address 151 West Broadway, New York, you should be aware that you are a target of a Health Insurance fraud investigations and you may be facing serious legal consequences. You […]
read moreNYC Class A Misdemeanor Lawyers and NYC Class B Misdemeanor Lawyers
New York Speedy Trial Time for Violations, Misdemeanors & Felonies A defendant charged in a criminal case is entitled to what is called a “speedy trial” under the NY criminal procedure law. The underlying reasoning is that it is unfair to have the burden of criminal charges pending against you indefinitely and criminal defendants have the […]
read moreNY Penal Law 215 Tampering with Witnesses and Jurors
In this post we’re going to pick apart the legalese of New York’s penal law in regards to tampering with witnesses and jurors in order to make the meaning of the law a little clearer for you. So first, let’s start with the charge of bribing a witness. Bribing a witness. You’re guilty of this […]
read moreNew York AX/DX Liquor License Lawyers
Understanding Liquor Laws and AX/DX Licenses in New York State Liquor laws enable either on-site or off-site consumption of alcohol. They determine what types of alcohol establishments can legally serve, including beer, wine, and hard liquor. In New York State, licenses that permit off-site consumption of alcohol include L, A/DS, and AX/DX. L licenses are […]
read moreNY Pharmacy Attorney
Our attorneys can provide representation in a number of licensing and registration matters pending before the State Education Department, Office of Professional Discipline (OPD), the Office of Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG), and the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) Earning your license was a significant investment of time and money and when your Pharmaceutical […]
read moreNYC Workers Comp Fraud Lawyers
Understanding Workers’ Compensation Fraud and Penalties in New York The workers’ comp system helps protect employees who are injured on the job. Injured workers don’t need to prove negligence in order to get their disability benefits or to get medical bills covered pertaining to the on-the-job injuries. As long as the employee shows the injury […]
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