Jan 6, 2016 | Civil Litigation and Appeals, Criminal
The rules of marijuana use are becoming increasingly blurred as some states have adopted laws making this substance legal. In New York, possession of marijuana is still illegal, although some state bills are going through the legislative process that if passed, would...
Nov 8, 2015 | Civil Litigation and Appeals, Criminal, Elder Law, Personal Injury Law
Nursing home neglect, also referred to as elder abuse, is a serious problem. According to the latest statistics, more than 40 million people over the age of 65 within the U.S. experience abuse or neglect, most at the hands of caregivers. Nursing home neglect comes in...
Oct 31, 2015 | Civil Litigation and Appeals, Criminal
Cyberstalking involves online harassment and stalking by an individual, group, or organization. It can include slander, false accusations, libel, and defamation. Cyberstalking might also include identity theft, solicitation for sex, threats, and the collection of...
Oct 21, 2015 | Civil Litigation and Appeals, Criminal, Personal Injury Law
Although unsettling, workplace violence has become relatively common. In fact, according to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), more than 2 million people experience workplace violence annually. Keep in mind that in addition to assaults that take...
Jun 17, 2015 | Criminal, Personal Injury Law
Frequently, people use the terms DUI and DWI interchangeably. While there are some similarities, there are also differences. Both terms involve driving or operating some type of motor vehicle, such as a car, boat, or motorcycle, while being intoxicated. Overview of a...
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