Buying or selling homes will probably be the largest and most significant purchase you will make in your life. It also involves the law of real property, which is unique and raises special issues of practice, and problems not present in other transactions. A real estate lawyer is trained and … Continue reading
You might be surprised to learn that students whose mother or father is a police officer or prosecutor when asked: What would you tell your child about dealing with the police? The response is “Never talk to the police, or agree to let them interview you about anything, or let … Continue reading
Ten people face charges in Syracuse, NY for inciting a riot in connection with the Father’s Day shootings in Skiddy Park on the West Side. This uncommonly used charge of the Penal Law prompts several questions; What exactly is inciting a riot? Is this charge considered a felony or misdemeanor? What … Continue reading
Many of our clients do not expect to be arrested or have a run in with the law. In times like this many people want to tell “their side of the story” in an attempt to get the police to understand and release them. It’s understandable, however ill advised. The … Continue reading
A Hate Crime occurs whenever an individual commits a crime against another individual, property or group as a result of his or her alleged bias or hatred towards the apparent race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, gender identity or any other characteristic represented by that individual, property or group. … Continue reading
“I am being accused of rape.” The mere accusation of rape alone, regardless of its authenticity or a conviction could damage your entire personal and professional life. Rape is a felony, and conviction of rape in the State of New York can lead to 18 months to 25 years in State prison, … Continue reading
Social Media Evidence What you say can and will be used against you. We’ve all heard that phrase, and yet when it comes to social media, most forget that and, shall we say- overshare at times. Now-a-days everyone wants to share with their family and friends every aspect of their … Continue reading
A difficult point in any parent’s experience is to learn that their child was charged with a crime. Many parents are shocked to find themselves in this position and are unsure what to do or even how they can help. There are a few things to do when a crime is … Continue reading
My lawyer wants me to take a plea, should I? I sometimes get calls from a defendant that is being advised by their current attorney to “take a plea”. A plea is when a defendant agrees to enter a guilty plea without a trial in exchange for a lesser charge. … Continue reading
Family offense crimes Family offense crimes are very serious charges. Family crimes may include things like charges of domestic violence, abuse, child abuse, sex abuse, endangering the welfare of a child, along with Child Protective Services allegations. The outcome of these matters not only affect your freedom and criminal record … Continue reading
