Although marriage is a lifetime commitment, many marriages end in divorce. No-fault divorce laws make it relatively easy for those who are unhappy with their marital circumstances to sever their ties to their spouses and move on with their lives. Some states make...
Year: 2024
5 necessary steps to take after a New York car crash
Most people feel so shaken up by car crashes that they don't know what to do next. They can easily make mistakes that put them at a disadvantage if they need to request compensation later. People who already have a plan to follow during chaotic and confusing moments...
What damages are recoverable after a New York construction accident?
New York construction activity is especially prevalent during the warmer months. New buildings go up all the time, and property owners have to repair or improve the buildings they own. Construction projects are a hazard to those performing work and also those passing...
An intent to sell makes drug possession a felony in New York
Drug offenses are some of the most common crimes prosecuted in New York. If police officers catch someone in possession of controlled or prohibited drugs, they can arrest that person. Prosecutors can then bring criminal charges against them. In many cases, those...
What is the average cost of a DWI in New York?
Individuals who are arrested for driving while intoxicated (DWI) offenses in New York often make the same mistake. They plead guilty because they don't want to take the case to court. Even those who insist that they didn't have too much to drink worry that a failed...
New York’s new “Clean Slate Act”
Until recently, those convicted of a misdemeanor or felony – maybe one that happened years ago – had that conviction follow them for years, or decades, or even for the rest of their lives. But now, under New York’s new Clean Slate Act, courts must seal old...
What are the differences between federal and state crimes?
Criminal charges are not all the same. Obviously, there are many different offenses that lead to different types of charges and different penalties. The distinction between felonies and misdemeanors can be very important, as felonies often lead to longer prison...