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Read MoreWhat to Do When Facing a Federal Investigation When agents from the federal government show up at a person’s home with a search warrant, it is a frightening experience. Individuals who are the subject of a federal investigation know it is a feeling of being powerless and feeling threatened. This…
Read MoreWhat Is Drug Smuggling? Drug smuggling is the act of transporting drugs from one area to another. Marijuana, methamphetamine, MDMA, heroin and cocaine are the drugs that are often smuggled. Drugs can be smuggled inter-state, inter-region and inter-country. Drug smuggling carries harsh penalties. If there were children or weapons involved,…
Read MoreEmotions and Voluntary Decision-Making in Divorce Cases Emotions nearly always run high in divorce cases. With that said, when a party to a divorce case makes a decision regarding the settlement of an issue in the case, that decision must be made freely and voluntarily. In other words, no matter…
Read MoreLong Island, New York Spousal Support: Beyond Money When it comes to Long Island, New York spousal support, there is much more to consider than just money. While financial support is a significant aspect, several other factors come into play. Understanding these factors is crucial for both parties involved in…
Read MoreSpousal Support Basics When two people form a legal union called marriage, they usually take on various roles in that union. One person may work, stay home and care for children. One spouse will enjoy the financial independence of being able to exit the marriage at any time, without economic…
Read MoreEstablishing Paternity in New York Ways to Establish Paternity When a baby is born in paternity can be established in one of three ways: If the parents are married. The husband is presumed to be the father of the child. A man who is not married to the mother has…
Read MoreAn Overview of Spousal Alimony in New York Divorce cases happen frequently, and one of the former spouses often pays the other periodically or permanently as ordered by the New York family law. The amount spent depends on the estimated amount of the agreement between the two parties. Periodic alimony…
Read MoreNew York Alimony Laws New York law allows couples to include alimony in their divorce agreement. One party might seek alimony from their soon-to-be former spouse, and the other party might fight against paying alimony to their soon-to-be ex. Divorce is rarely a peaceful situation without harsh feelings, and the…
Read MoreUnderstanding Divorce in New York The Reality of Divorce The ideal situation is you remain married and live happily ever after, but that is simply not the case for many couples in New York. You got married, you lived together for a while, perhaps you started a family, and you…
Read MoreModifying a Spousal Support Order in New York A spousal support, or maintenance, order is not definitive. Under the right circumstances, it can be amended, or terminated all together. Over time, you may experience a life-change that will ultimately affect your ability to pay spousal support. Such a change may…
Read MorePostnuptial Agreements in New York: Protecting Your Future After “I Do” Congratulations! You’re Married…Now What? CONGRATULATIONS! You finally found your soulmate, the person with whom you’re hoping to spend the rest of your life. You’ve tied the knot and said “I do” amidst joyous celebration with family and friends. But…
Read MoreIs Prank Calling Illegal? Our Criminal Attorneys Discuss Prank calling has been around for years and years. Since the dawn of the telephone, callers have been entertaining themselves by disguising their voices and engaging in jokes with whoever picks up the phone. Sometimes though, prank calls can cross ethical and…
Read MoreIf You Are Facing Deportation in the Bronx, Here’s What You Need to Know If you are currently residing in the Bronx illegally and are facing deportation, then you might be unsure of what your next step should be. This can be a terrifying and highly upsetting situation to be…
Read MoreDisqualification from the USDA SNAP program is a serious situation. Once your EBT machine has been disconnected, your final resort for recourse is a Judicial Appeal. If this is the stage you have arrived at, you have passed the point of receiving and responding to a SNAP Violation Letter and have already been through the administrative appeal process at the USDA‘s Division of…
Read MoreSupplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Your Store Among the most prominent public programs in the United States is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The goal of the program is to assist low income families with additional financial support so they can nourish themselves and their children. Millions of…
Read MoreYour SNAP Trafficking Complaint Dismissed Have you been notified about United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) charges involving SNAP benefits, such as trafficking or fraud? If so, then the SNAP Specialist Attorneys at our law firm can help you. The fact is that the number of cases has gone down…
Read MoreNew York State Office of Medicaid Inspector General Duties of New York State Office of the Medicaid Inspector General Millions of Americans obtain free or low-cost health insurance coverage through the Medicaid program. Federal and state governments run the program jointly. As a federal and state entitlement program Medicaid is…
Read MoreFINRA Compliance and Enforcement Defense FINRA is an independent body that regulates the financial markets. It protects the interests of investors by ensuring that actors in the financial markets such as financial advisors and broker-dealers are fair in their dealings. They also ensure compliance with the rules set by other…
Read MoreThe Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Understanding FINRA’s Role The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) is charged with the responsibility of monitoring and overseeing the function of brokers and securities firms within the United States. With authority granted by Congress, FINRA accomplishes this oversight by establishing regulations that apply to…
Read MoreLegal Counsel For New York Nurses If you are a nurse in New York or New Jersey who urgently needs advise from legal counsel regarding your job or nursing license, we can provide you the counsel you need. Our nursing law team has represented the nursing community of New York…
Read MoreLegal Counsel for Social Worker Licenses License Defense Counsel for New York Social Workers Social workers who hold licenses to practice in the State of New York State are obligated to meet a multitude of qualifications as prescribed by the state, and having that license removed from you could be…
Read MoreLegal Counsel for OPMC in New York The New York State unit that regulates and disciplines licensed physicians practicing in the state is the Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC). The OPMC has the power to investigate and sanction physicians who are proven guilty of professional misconduct. The attorneys at…
Read MoreDefending Your SNAP Retailer License: A Guide to Judicial Review If it so happens that you find yourself needing to defend your business against accusations of SNAP law breaches, this means your are now, by default, in jeopardy of seeing your privileges to take EBT card payments from your customers…
Read MoreCalifornia Law on Annoying Phone Calls: Understanding Harassment and Stalking Charges Virtually all of us carry cell phones with us all the time these days. As a matter of fact, you might even be reading this very article on your smartphone. Having cell phones with us all the time has…
Read MoreAttempted Crimes: Penal Code § 664 PC and Penal Code § 21(a) PC Understanding Attempt Crimes in California Crimes involving attempt are among the most misunderstood offenses covered under the California Penal Code. Not only is it inconceivable to many that one can be charged with a crime if the…
Read MoreCommodities Trading Violations and Federal Criminal Charges Trading commodities can be a great way for anyone to earn a strong return on investment. Similar to trading other public securities, there are a variety of laws in place that govern how you may trade commodities. Those that are suspected of trading…
Read MoreFINRA Defense: Understanding Your Rights and Options What is FINRA? FINRA stands for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. It’s a private organization that regulates brokerage firms and exchange markets in the United States. FINRA can investigate brokers, brokerage firms, and other financial professionals for potential violations of FINRA rules or…
Read MoreFINRA Disciplinary Actions: Understanding the Process and Your Legal Options The Financial Industry and FINRA’s Role The financial industry, including the stock and commodity markets across the globe, is very complex and important. Those that are skilled in the field may find that there are investment opportunities that can give…
Read MorePenal Code 601 PC in California relates to the crime known as aggravated trespass, which is also commonly referred to as felony trespass. Sometimes, it is even known as trespass after making threats. This is a crime that is committed when a person makes a threat against another person’s well-being…
Read MoreAnnoying or Molesting a Child: The Serious Consequences of PC 647.6 You’re probably here because either you or someone close to you has been accused of annoying or molesting a child under California’s Penal Code 647.6. We get it – this is an incredibly stressful and emotional situation. Charges involving harm…
Read MoreIf your pharmacy receives the Letter of Admonition from the Drug Enforcement Authority (DEA), you may be rightfully alarmed. The DEA audit has a range of consequences for pharmacy owners, pharmacists and pharmacies. The consequences have a range of severity levels, all the way up to long-term federal imprisonment and…
Read MoreUnderstanding SNAP Violations for Retail Stores What is a SNAP Violation? A snap violation is when a retail owner violates the guidelines of payment of the Electronic Benefits Transaction card. EBT is a card that is issued by the government to poor people in the society to help meet their…
Read MoreDisqualification of Retail Stores from Food Stamps Program The Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) carries out thorough inspections of stores before offering approval for EBT card transactions. Retail and wholefood stores frequently fail to comply with these regulations, and this results in fines and suspensions from the program entirely. Once…
Read MoreGovernment Contractors: What to Do When Under Investigation Government contractors are businesses in the private sector who offer their services to select departments, often at a federal level. Receiving a government contract can be a serious boon for a company’s prospects, but they need to make sure to follow the…
Read MoreFederal Criminal Charges Against Tax Preparers: Understanding Prosecution and Defense Tax preparers are supposed to help their customers with all tax related issues. They help them to avoid legal action by ensuring that they file their task on time. Therefore, these professionals are tasked with monitoring the entire tax preparation…
Read MoreFederal U. S. District Courts hear criminal cases involving violations of federal laws. The U.S. Federal Court System is a three-tier system with U.S. Courts of Appeals reviewing the decisions of the U. S. District Courts and a U. S. Supreme Court which reviews appellate court and state supreme court decisions. Federal criminal appeals rarely over turn convictions. A guilty verdict on…
Read MoreTax Crimes: Understanding Tax Evasion and IRS Penalties There is nothing wrong with taking legal steps to pay as little tax as possible. However, it is a serious crime to take steps to evade paying taxes. It is also a crime to manipulate the tax system for your own financial…
Read MoreFederal Crimes Involving the Internet or Computer Technology has evolved to the point that people can stay connected with virtually anyone, anywhere in the world. This has opened up the possibility for criminals to act under the shield of the Internet, computer, or any of a myriad of electronic devices….
Read MoreFederal Child Pornography Charges: Finding the Right Attorney The Seriousness of Federal Child Pornography Charges Federal child pornography charges are some of the most serious charges a person could ever get. If you have found yourself in this position, you need to get a lawyer fast, and you should know…
Read MoreUnderstanding Commodities Trading Charges and Your Defense Options People frequently think that those who commit white collar crimes are not really doing anybody any harm. They make this wrong assumption because they don’t make the connection between someone doing something in a financial transaction and other parties getting harmed by…
Read MoreImmunity is a powerful tool that gives federal prosecutors leverage that can help them win big cases. When a person has information about a crime, they may feel compelled to keep quiet. Sometimes, they are under threat from an outside party, but often, they are simply afraid of prosecution for…
Read MoreFederal Charges Against Tax Preparers Tax preparers are people who make a very profitable living filing other people’s tax returns. Also called preparing or cooking taxes; according to US law it is a federal crime. The preparer fraudulently changes details in people’s taxation forms to enable them file for higher…
Read MoreCriminal Copyright Infringement: Federal Sentencing Guidelines Understanding Criminal Copyright Infringement Criminal copyright infringement is an offense that is punishable under federal law. If you are under investigation or have been charged formerly for engaging in copyright infringement activity, you might be interested to know the federal sentencing guidelines for criminal…
Read MoreMaking False Statements to Federal Agents If you deliver any kind of false statement after being charged with a federal crime, then officials will have a way of finding out. This means that any statement which is proven to be false in the eyes of the court could result in…
Read MoreFederal Child Pornography Sentencing Guidelines: What You Need to Know Child pornography is an extremely serious federal crime; that carries harsh penalties. If you or a loved one has been charged with a child porn offense, it’s crucial to understand the potential consequences and how the sentencing guidelines work. This…
Read MoreCalifornia Criminal Record Sealing and Expungement The Lasting Impact of a Criminal Record Many people are not aware of the power that one mistake can have over the rest of their lives. A single arrest or conviction, even if it happened years or decades earlier, can make it difficult to…
Read MoreDrug Possession with Intent to Distribute in New York In New York, drug possession is a serious crime. Adding intent to distribute to the mix makes it an even more serious issue. If you’ve been charged with possessing and intending to distribute drugs, the prosecution will do their best to…
Read MoreAsset Forfeiture Defense – Protecting Your Property From Government Seizure Understanding the Threat to Your Assets If you are facing a legal issue of any kind, keep in that United States Attorneys and your local state attorneys may choose to aggressively attempt to force you to forfeit your accumulated assets…
Read MoreCriminal Diversion of Prescription Medications in New York Understanding Prescription Drug Abuse in New York New York is one state that punishes all drug use, including prescription medication. While you will not face as hefty charges as narcotics, New York is working to cut down on the prescription fraud that…
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