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Federal 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 […]
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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 moreDRUG CONSPIRACY CHARGES LAWYERS
DRUG CONSPIRACY CHARGES What is a Drug Conspiracy? A drug conspiracy is defined in the law as an agreement between two or more individuals to commit a drug offense. A federal drug conspiracy occurs when an agreement to violate the federal drug legislation is made. What Constitutes a Drug Conspiracy? To demonstrate that a person […]
read morePortland PPP and EIDL Loan Fraud Lawyers
As the nation grapples with the ongoing economic fallout of the coronavirus pandemic, PPP loan fraud investigations have surged to the forefront of the federal government’s efforts to recover funds that may have been obtained through fraudulent means. Federal prosecutors and criminal investigators from a variety of agencies are scouring the country in search of […]
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 Weapons Trafficking Lawyers
Understanding Gun Ownership and Weapons Trafficking In the United States, it is legal for most people to own a large variety of weapons. However, you generally have to be licensed to own them, and there are limits as to the type of ammunition that you may be able to use. Furthermore, it may be illegal […]
read moreHow Does Federal Sentencing Work?
How Does Federal Sentencing Work? Federal sentencing guidelines are a set of rules federal judges must follow, or at least consider, when sentencing someone found guilty of committing a federal crime. Enacted to provide federal judges with consistent and fair maximum and minimum sentencing ranges to refer to when delivering a sentence, these guidelines take […]
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 moreManhattan Legal Separation Lawyers
If a couple wants to remain married but live in separate places, the couple may file for a legal separation. A legal separation is ideal for any couples who are not yet sure if they are ready to divorce. Legal Separation: The Basics In New York, the law allows married couples to remain married but […]
read moreSHOULD I PLEAD GUILTY TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE?
Domestic violence is a serious crime. If you are accused of domestic violence, you may face charges of battery, assault, and other related crimes. If you are convicted of domestic violence, you may face jail time and other penalties. The penalties for domestic violence vary depending on the severity of the crime and whether it […]
read moreNYC Property Division Lawyers
Protecting Your Marital Property: A Comprehensive Guide to Property Division in New York As you go through a divorce in New York, one of the most critical aspects to consider is the division of marital property. The state of New York follows the principle of equitable distribution, which means that the court will divide all […]
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 moreNYC RICO Lawyers
Racketeering means operating an illegal business for profit, or engaging in fraudulent schemes. Racketeering is charged under the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. RICO. This encompasses a large number of criminal offenses – such as extortion, money laundering, federal drug offenses, murder, gambling, arson, bribery ,counterfeiting, and anything else criminal – connected with […]
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 moreQueens Family Court Directory & Judge Guide
Queens Family Court Directory & Judge Guide Queens Family Court is located at 151-20 Jamaica Avenue directly across from the Rufus King Park. The Queens family court does not handle divorce, separation and annulment cases. These cases are all heard in Queens Supreme Court which is located at Queens Family Court generally hears family offense cases (when an individual […]
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 Penal Code 220.21: Criminal possession of a controlled substance in the first degree
In New York, all controlled substance charges are serious offenses. However, the most serious of the charges is criminal possession of a controlled substance in the first degree. A conviction can mean up to life in prison. What qualifies as a first-degree possession charge The charge of first-degree criminal possession of a controlled substance is […]
read moreWhat is Real Evidence?
Real Evidence in Criminal Court Proceedings It would be hard to imagine a criminal court proceeding that did not involve at least some form of real evidence. In legal terms, this type of evidence refers to objects that have a direct relationship with the events under consideration. Real evidence is not to be confused with […]
read moreManhattan Annulment Lawyers
The annulment of marriage remains an alternative to divorce in certain situations. Therefore, once you have gathered enough elements, you can file a complaint with the public prosecutor while initiating a marriage annulment procedure. Remember, an annulment of marriage is reserved for an invalid marriage that has been contracted despite lacking certain conditions necessary for […]
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 morePlea Bargaining Lawyers
Plea Bargaining Lawyers and the Settlement of a Criminal Case Over 90 percent of criminal cases prosecuted in New York, on both the state and federal levels, never end up in trials. Plea agreements are entered into that dispose of a criminal case short of a trial. Importance of Legal Representation Because of the extreme […]
read moreLos Angeles pharmacist license defense lawyers
Pharmacists, like other individuals in the healthcare industry, hold a lot of responsibility when it comes to their job. Because one small mistake could cause life-threatening damage to a patient, it is crucial that pharmacists have a valid license to work in Los Angeles or the state and city of their choosing. Unfortunately, not all […]
read moreQueens Legal Separation Lawyers
Discover the Benefits of Legal Separation in Queens Take the First Step to Protect Your Future with Spodek Law Group Not every marriage is a bed of roses. When things get tough, some couples decide to separate as the best course of action. If you’re in Queens, it might be worth considering legal separation to […]
read moreFederal Target Letters
Understanding Federal Target Letters: What You Need to Know Introduction The federal target letter is one of the most important documents you might see. This is a notification from federal prosecutors that you are under investigation for a potential crime. Getting a federal target letter can fill you with uncertainty, and anxiety. In this […]
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 […]
read moreBronx Domestic Violence Lawyers – Bronx Domestic Violence Attorneys
BRONX DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ATTORNEYS Domestic violence charges which are prosecuted in the Bronx can carry life-changing penalties, including jail time, permanent criminal records, and strained family relationships. Arrest records can become part of the public database, which means everyone will know you were accused of this crime. These consequences can seriously get in the way […]
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