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NY and Federal Criminal Background Check
NY and Federal Criminal Background Check If you are looking to obtain an NY or Federal criminal background check there are myriad of options on the internet. Unfortunately almost all of the services offered online are are unofficial. The data is compiled from various questionable data sources. Clients often ask which official court records can […]
read moreNew York and NYC Expunge Criminal Records Lawyers
Understanding Expungement: A Guide to Clearing Your Record Introduction Having a criminal record can lead to all sorts of hardships in your life. Unlike points on your driver’s license, criminal records will not simply disappear in a few years. As a result, it can become difficult to find employment, rent a home, or even travel […]
read moreWhat are the rules regarding official misconduct in New York?
Official Misconduct A public servant’s guilty of official misconduct when, with intent to obtain some sort of benefit or deprive another person of a benefit, they commit an act that relates to their office but which constitutes an unauthorized exercise of their official functions, knowing that this act is unauthorized, or they knowingly refrain from […]
read moreNYC Criminal Defense Lawyers
Being on the receiving end of a federal criminal indictment can be a frightening proposition. The federal government has virtually unlimited access to any and all of the resources it needs to pursue its case against you, and federal prosecutors are notorious for their tenacity and skill. If you’ve been accused of a federal crime […]
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Judicial Review Process for SNAP Violations If the state accuses your business of violating SNAP rules, you risk losing your ability to accept SNAP payments. This can put your entire business at risk. Fortunately, there’s a way that you can ask a court to review the government’s decision to suspend your business’ participation in the […]
read moreWhat Is the Personal Service Exception under Stark Law?
In 1992, Congress passed a prohibition on physician self-referral. This prohibition is often called the Stark Law. The law was expanded in scope in 1995, and it now rests under the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). The CMS fraud and abuse laws make healthcare fraud a federal crime. Awareness of the personal service […]
read moreNYC Ponzi Schemes Lawyers
A Ponzi scheme occurs when an individual seeks investment in a fraudulent or nonexistent project or some other fraudulent vehicle to make money. Original investors are actually repaid with money that is raised from secondary investors, and the scheme generally dies out when it is no longer possible to find anyone to provide cash. Let’s […]
read moreNYC St. John’s University Title IX Investigations Lawyers
St. John’s University: A Well-Respected Institution and Its Policies St. John’s University is a well-known and well-respected university. With campuses throughout NYC, it has a large student body and a reputation for strong academics. Students come to it from all over the world. Like all universities, it has rules and regulations designed to protect the […]
read moreNew York Record-Sealing Lawyer
Sealing Criminal Records in New York: Understanding the Process If a person is convicted of a crime in New York, they often assume this will remain on their permanent record for the rest of their life. For most instances, this is true. There is no process for erasure, or expungement, of a criminal record in […]
read moreNYC / New York State Liquor Authority License Violations Lawyers
Have you or your business been accused of violating liquor licensing laws in New York? The consequences can be dire if you do not take immediate legal action. From facing severe sanctions to paying hefty fines, it is imperative that you hire an experienced attorney who specializes in liquor law violations. At Spodek Law Group, […]
read moreReceived a letter from 151 W. Broadway NY NY Bureau of Fraud Investigations?
If you received a letter from the New York City Department of Social Services Investigation Revenue and Enforcement Administration Bureau of Fraud Investigations with the address 151 West Broadway, New York, you should be aware that you are a target of a Health Insurance fraud investigations and you may be facing serious legal consequences. You […]
read moreNYC Class A Misdemeanor Lawyers and NYC Class B Misdemeanor Lawyers
New York Speedy Trial Time for Violations, Misdemeanors & Felonies A defendant charged in a criminal case is entitled to what is called a “speedy trial” under the NY criminal procedure law. The underlying reasoning is that it is unfair to have the burden of criminal charges pending against you indefinitely and criminal defendants have the […]
read moreNY Penal Law 215 Tampering with Witnesses and Jurors
In this post we’re going to pick apart the legalese of New York’s penal law in regards to tampering with witnesses and jurors in order to make the meaning of the law a little clearer for you. So first, let’s start with the charge of bribing a witness. Bribing a witness. You’re guilty of this […]
read moreNew York AX/DX Liquor License Lawyers
Understanding Liquor Laws and AX/DX Licenses in New York State Liquor laws enable either on-site or off-site consumption of alcohol. They determine what types of alcohol establishments can legally serve, including beer, wine, and hard liquor. In New York State, licenses that permit off-site consumption of alcohol include L, A/DS, and AX/DX. L licenses are […]
read moreWhy you need Bronx Prenuptial Lawyers and Premarital Contract Drafters
Bronx divorce attorneys encourage the residents who plan to marry to have a prenuptial agreement. Having witnessed hundreds of couples engage in costly and vicious legal battles after divorce, Bronx prenuptial lawyers know it is essential for couples to enter into a binding premarital agreement. Prenuptial Agreements Explained A prenuptial agreement, which family law attorneys […]
read moreNY Pharmacy Attorney
Our attorneys can provide representation in a number of licensing and registration matters pending before the State Education Department, Office of Professional Discipline (OPD), the Office of Medicaid Inspector General (OMIG), and the Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) Earning your license was a significant investment of time and money and when your Pharmaceutical […]
read moreNYC Workers Comp Fraud Lawyers
Understanding Workers’ Compensation Fraud and Penalties in New York The workers’ comp system helps protect employees who are injured on the job. Injured workers don’t need to prove negligence in order to get their disability benefits or to get medical bills covered pertaining to the on-the-job injuries. As long as the employee shows the injury […]
read moreWhat is Embezzlement and what are the Criminal Charges?
Embezzlement is one sort of property robbery. It happens when somebody who was endowed to oversee or screen another person’s cash or property takes all or piece of that cash or property for the taker’s close to home addition. The key is that the litigant had lawful access to an alternate’s cash or property, however […]
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New York Medical License Defense Attorney Our firm can help defend physicians and physician’s assistants in criminal and professional licensing matters with the Office of Professional Medical Conduct (OPMC). In fact, defending New York physicians is one of our primary practice areas. Attending and graduating from medical school, surviving medical residency, and keeping up with […]
read moreNYC Computer Crimes Lawyers
New York Penal Law: Internet and Computer Crimes New York Penal Law discusses various internet and computer crimes, and the various punishments for committing these crimes. These types of crimes often include felony charges. Because cyber crimes cross state lines, you can face misdemeanor, felony, and/or federal charges. Spodek Law Group, PC, handles all types […]
read moreNYC Phone Fraud (Telemarketing Fraud) Lawyers
Telephone fraud is a term used to describe a number of illegal activities. Phone fraud involves calling someone to trick the recipient into either sending money or disclosing financial information or personal details. Mobile phone fraud is similar in that it involves dishonest behavior through the use of cell phones. Examples of Telephone Scams There […]
read moreNYC Welfare Fraud Lawyers
Welfare fraud occurs when someone provides false information to the federal government in return for welfare benefits. There are people who do this for many years on purpose to ensure they’re getting the correct welfare benefits, and there are just as many people who commit this crime without intent. It’s exceptionally easy to leave out […]
read moreNY Penal Law 125.27 Murder in the First Degree
We’ll admit that the letter of the law can be just a bit complicated at times, and sifting through the penal code can be a hassle. In this post, we’re going to explain charges for the crime of murder in the first degree. Murder in the first degree As you might’ve seen in our other […]
read moreWhat To Do First When Faced With a Federal Criminal Charge
What To Do First When Faced With a Federal Criminal Charge Nobody wants to face a federal criminal charge. If you find yourself in this serious legal situation, you’ll need to have a plan of action in place in order to protect your rights, understand the legal process and defend yourself in court. Your first […]
read moreWho Was Spartacus?
Who Was Spartacus? Ever heard of Spartacus? No, not just the TV show or that old movie. The real guy. Let’s dive into his story. It’s kinda like a mix of an action film and a history lesson. The Man Behind the Legend Spartacus the Gladiator Spartacus was this Thracian dude who ended up as […]
read moreNew York / NYC Liquor Authority Violation lawyers
Violating state liquor license laws in New York is a serious crime. Liquor license laws are in place to protect everyone, and that’s why they are taken so seriously. The laws protect minors from being able to go into a public establishment and purchase and consume alcohol. It protects drivers from being on the road […]
read moreNYC Precious Metals Fraud Lawyers
Defending Against Precious Metals Fraud Charges Gold, silver, and other precious metals are considered commodities, and regulated by the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). It’s a federal agency which handles regulating markets that pertain to commodities, trading them, and swaps trading. If you’re accused of precious metals fraud, you need a precious metals fraud lawyer […]
read moreWould emotional distress be grounds for divorce in my state?
Ending a marriage is never easy. While some couples may mutually agree to divorce, others may experience emotional distress when one spouse decides they want out. This can lead to the question – could emotional distress be grounds for divorce?The short answer is no. Currently, U.S. divorce law does not include emotional distress as a basis for granting a divorce. However, the emotional impact of divorce is complex, and there are some cases where emotional factors may play an indirect […]
read moreDrug Cultivation and Manufacture Lawyers
Drug Cultivation and Manufacture: The Consequences and What to Do if You’re Arrested The Severity of Drug Cultivation and Manufacture Charges Drug cultivation and manufacture charges can have life-altering consequences, with penalties ranging from minor misdemeanors to severe federal felonies. Regardless of the charge’s magnitude, it is crucial to have a competent and aggressive criminal […]
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