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Bench Warrants in New York: What Happens If You Miss Court?
Missing a scheduled court appearance after being charged with a crime can have serious consequences. In New York, a judge may issue a bench warrant authorizing law enforcement to take you into custody and bring you before the court. A missed appearance does not necessarily mean that your criminal case is over or that… Read More »
New York Eliminates the 90/180-Day Rule for Car Accident Claims
New York has made a significant change to the law governing personal injury claims arising from motor vehicle accidents. Effective May 26, 2026, New York eliminated the so-called “90/180-day” category from the statutory definition of a serious injury. This change can make it more difficult for some car accident victims to meet the threshold… Read More »
Violating an Order of Protection in New York
An order of protection is a court order that imposes specific restrictions on a person’s behavior, often limiting contact with or proximity to another individual. Once an order of protection has been issued, violating its terms can result in serious legal consequences. Depending on the circumstances, an alleged violation may lead to a criminal… Read More »
Dupée & Monroe, P.C. Secures Major Court Victory in Orange County Car Accident Case
At Dupée & Monroe, P.C., we are committed to fighting for the rights of injured accident victims both inside and outside the courtroom. While many personal injury cases are ultimately resolved through negotiated settlements, obtaining a favorable settlement often depends on first building a case that is ready for trial. A recent decision from… Read More »
What Is a Plea Bargain, and Should You Accept One?
If you have been charged with a crime in New York, there is a good chance you will hear the term “plea bargain” early in your case. In fact, the overwhelming majority of criminal cases are resolved through negotiated plea agreements rather than trials. While accepting a plea bargain may seem like the quickest… Read More »
New York’s New Comparative Negligence Law for Car Accidents: What It Means for Injury Victims
For decades, New York followed a pure comparative negligence system for virtually all personal injury claims. Under that rule, an injured person could recover compensation even if they were primarily responsible for an accident. Even if a jury found that a plaintiff was 90% at fault, the plaintiff could still recover the remaining 10%… Read More »
Can Criminal Charges Be Dismissed Before Trial in New York?
Many people assume that once criminal charges are filed, one must plead guilty to avoid going to trial. In reality, a significant number of criminal cases in New York are resolved before they ever reach a jury, and not only through plea negotiations. Depending on the facts of the case, the quality of the… Read More »
Understanding Personal Injury Claims in New York
An unexpected accident can leave victims facing physical pain, emotional stress, mounting medical bills, and uncertainty about the future. Whether the injury results from a car accident, slip and fall, construction accident, defective product, or another act of negligence, New York law provides injured individuals with the right to seek compensation from those responsible…. Read More »
Traffic Stops, Field Sobriety Tests & Missteps That Can Help Your Defense
Traffic stops are one of the most common ways criminal investigations begin in New York. While many stops end with a warning or citation, others escalate into DWI arrests or other criminal charges based on an officer’s observations and the results of field sobriety tests. What many drivers do not realize is that these… Read More »
Understanding Bail, Release Conditions, and Pretrial Detention in New York
When someone is arrested in New York, one of the most immediate and stressful concerns is what happens next, specifically whether the person will go home, be released under conditions, or remain in custody while the case is pending. The decisions made at the early stages of a criminal case can have a significant… Read More »