Category Archives: General
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 »
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 »
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 »
Common Causes and Prevention of Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents are among the most common causes of serious injuries in New York, occurring everywhere from grocery stores and shopping malls to restaurants, office buildings, and apartment complexes. While some people might think of a fall as a minor mishap, these incidents can produce devastating injuries such as broken bones, head… Read More »
The Role of Eyewitness Testimony in Criminal Cases
In criminal cases, eyewitness testimony has long been viewed as one of the most powerful forms of evidence. When someone confidently takes the stand and says, “I saw the defendant do it,” that statement can carry tremendous weight with a jury. However, as decades of research and countless real-world examples have shown, eyewitness memory… Read More »
Attempt to Limit the Scaffold Law Stalls in Committee
Failure to Advance Bill Is Good News for Construction Workers, but Bill Remains Alive for 2026 New York’s 2025 legislative session came and went, convening January 8 and closing on June 17. In that space of time and over about 65 days in session, legislators introduced a whopping 16,794 bills and managed to pass… Read More »
The Impact of Social Media on Criminal Investigations and Defense
Over the past decade, social media has transformed the way we communicate, share information, and present ourselves to the world. Platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter) allow people to post personal updates, photos, and videos instantly and often without much thought. While this can be a harmless way to connect with… Read More »
The Impact of Ridesharing Services on Motor Vehicle Accident Claims in New York
Ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft have transformed how people get around in New York, offering convenience, affordability, and on-demand transportation at the tap of a phone screen. But with this new mode of travel comes a new set of complications, especially when it comes to motor vehicle accident claims. When a rideshare vehicle… Read More »