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In our ongoing series of posts we’ve taken a look at a variety of laws in the New York penal code, and in the process we’ve stripped away a lot of the confusing legalese…

Vacating Bench Warrants in New York City Warrants are recorded in New York State's computer databases, which informs all law enforcement that a warrant is outstanding. If you believe that you might have a…

When it comes to to DEA suspensions and revocations, this is no trifling matter. You are in serious jeopardy, and so is your future. DEA agents are very eager and aggressive to take away…

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…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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…

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…