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How Difficult Is it for New York Defendants to Argue Insufficiency of Evidence After Trial? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — November 10, 2024
Sometimes, if a jury finds a defendant guilty of a crime like sexual assault or any…
New York State Amends 2024 Bed Bug Disclosure Law
New York’s bed bug disclosure law, Real Property Law § 235-j, has been amended to provide landlords…
The Importance of Putting Forward Sufficient Evidence During Your Criminal Case — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — October 21, 2024
The United States Constitution provides that the defendant has no duty to present any evidence showing…
Arguing Misidentification in New York Cases Involving Violent Crimes — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — October 28, 2024
If you have been charged with a violent crime in New York, including assault, assault and…
What is NY TAC Defense, and Why Every New York Gun Owner Needs It — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — November 3, 2024
Protecting your rights starts before you ever need to use your firearm. If you own a…
What if the Other Driver Was Texting Before An Accident and Can a New York City Personal Injury Lawyer Help?
Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of motor vehicle accidents, and even a momentary…
Not Fooling Around: Critical New York State Legislative Updates for Employers as April Begins
During the first quarter of 2025, the New York State legislature and Governor Kathy Hochul have…
New York Case Highlights the Importance of Experience with Criminal Procedure — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — August 12, 2024
As we have written extensively, discovery is a large part of the criminal process. In a…
Rollover Bus Crash in Upstate New York — New York Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — December 29, 2021
Several bus crashes in upstate New York over the last few years have been cause for…
What Happens When a Judge Exerts Too Much Influence During Trial? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — August 19, 2024
In criminal trials, juries must reach unanimous verdicts, which means all jurors must find a defendant…
How Do Building Code Violations Impact a New York City Slip & Fall Case?
When you enter a building, whether it’s an apartment complex, a retail store, or an office…
Construction Site Stairwell Slip and Fall Liability — New York Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — December 30, 2021
Slip and fall accidents can happen almost anywhere, and while some people may be able to…
People v. Anonymous Female, 143 Misc. 2d 197 (N.Y. City Ct. 1989) — New York Criminal Lawyer Blog 24/7 — January 31, 2024
Public lewdness, as defined by New York law, involves engaging in lewd behavior in a public…
When Will a Court Decide that Evidence of a Prior Crime is Admissible? — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — August 26, 2024
In New York, the prosecution in a criminal case is generally unable to present evidence of…
New Distractions on the Road in White Plains and Around Upstate New York — New York Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — January 7, 2022
Distracted driving is a significant cause of crashes, including fatal accidents, across the country. This type…
Criminal Case in New York Demonstrates Importance of Diligent and Detail-Oriented Representation
A September 2024 Grand Larceny case in New York demonstrates how crucial it is to carefully…
Jackknifing Accidents in Upstate New York — New York Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — February 4, 2022
Recently, multiple tractor-trailer accidents in Westchester County have occurred. One tractor trailer left I-95 in New…
Can I Work If I Have a New York Personal Injury Case?
Our clients often express some confusion over whether they can, or should, work while their personal…
New York Court Answers Question Regarding Sex Offender Registry in Opinion — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — September 9, 2024
A New York court recently issued an interesting opinion dealing with the sex offender registry, and…
Pedestrian Deaths on the Rise — New York Personal Injury Lawyer Blog — March 3, 2022
Although the number of traffic deaths had been falling since the late 1960s, a change attributed…
First Degree v. Third Degree Assault in New York — New York Criminal Attorney Blog — September 16, 2024
When an individual is charged with assault, the proceedings can take many different forms. It can…