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NYC Ticket Scams Lawyers
Ticket Scams: Beware of Fraudulent Practices If you’ve flown on a plane, then you know that the price of the ticket can be expensive. Unfortunately, there are people who will try to commit ticket scams in order to get more money from those who are already paying a high price. Some people will try to […]
read moreSuffolk County Alimony/Maintenance Lawyers
Protecting Your Interests During a Divorce Coping with the Break-Up The break-up of your marriage is not something you anticipated. A range of emotions may be coursing through your mind and body as you try to cope with the development. This is only natural. However, you cannot allow your feelings for what is happening to […]
read moreIs Your Company Being Audited by the SBA for PPP Loan Fraud?
The SBA is currently conducting an audit of every company that received a loan of $2 million or more under the federal Paycheck Protection Program. The PPP was part of a broader package related to the COVID-19 pandemic. There are strict eligibility requirements, and many companies obtained their loans illegally. When the PPP program was […]
read moreHealthcare and Insurance Fraud Lawyers
Health care fraud is a crime where a consumer or dishonest provider submits false or misleading information on a claim to gain a benefit or profit. Most cases are described as Medicare and Medicaid abuse, and will get classified as federal felonies. Different groups within the healthcare system – patients, providers, insurers – may commit […]
read moreManhattan 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 […]
read moreNYC Bench Warrants Lawyers – NYC Arrest Warrants Lawyers
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 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, […]
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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 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 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 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 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 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 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 […]
read moreNY Sales Tax Fraud Lawyers
Sales Tax Fraud Lawyers Sales tax fraud charges mean a business owner or other entrepreneur has landed into tremendous legal trouble. Sales tax fraud often entails shortening state and other local tax authorities of money owed. Customers, often overlooked, are not treated fairly when blatant sales tax fraud occurs. The customers pay a tax the […]
read moreNY Penal Law Article 156 Computer Crimes
In the past we’ve expounded on New York penal laws that have to do with the physical world. But as things have gone increasingly digital, so too have a lot of our crimes migrated to this new realm. So in today’s post we’re going to talk a little bit about computer trespass and tampering laws, […]
read moreNY Drug Diversion Attorneys
New York Drug Diversion Attorneys Drug Diversion By Physicians At Spodek Law Group our defense attorneys represent physicians who have been accused of drug diversion on local and federal levels. Drug diversion in the medical profession is a serious issue that essentially is unlawful distribution or abuse of prescription drugs. Drug diversion can occur at every […]
read moreShould You Talk to Federal Law Enforcement?
Should You Talk to Federal Law Enforcement? If the government believes that you may have information that’s relevant to an ongoing criminal case, you will likely be contacted by a federal agent. It’s important to note that you have no legal obligation to answer any questions that this person may have. In fact, you may […]
read moreNYC Mail Theft Lawyers
Mail Theft Lawyers Millions of letters are delivered to people across the country by the United States Postal Service. Important documents, checks, bank statements and credit cards are just a few things that hold the utmost level of importance for the address. Unfortunately, these items hold a level of importance for others who may decide […]
read moreFederal crime forgery
Best Defenses for Federal Forgery Charges Introduction Forgery—making or modifying documents—is a federal and state felony. Forgery has serious legal repercussions, therefore it’s important to grasp them. This article discusses federal forgery accusations and defenses. What’s Federal Forgery? 18 U.S.C. § 471 defines forgery as manufacturing, changing, using, or possessing a fraudulent document or material. […]
read moreNJ SBA Fraud / PPP Loan Fraud Defense Lawyers
SBA Fraud / PPP Loan Fraud Defense What happens if a company is prosecuted for PPP loan fraud? What exactly is PPP loan fraud, and what can you do to clear the charges? The CARES Act was made law on March 27, 2020. This coronavirus stimulus package provided relief to small business owners and Americans […]
read moreNew York Medical License Defense Lawyer
If you have reason to believe that serious disciplinary charges are about to be filed against you, or if such charges have already been filed, the time to contact a New York medical defense lawyer is now. You’ve spent years earning your degree and building up your practice. Don’t leave your defense to chance, or […]
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