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Workers’ Comp Fines New York Lawyer

Running a business is tough. You have to make critical decisions everyday that affect the operations of the company and the lives of the people who work for you. Although you always try to make calls that are fair and just and in accordance with New York State law, mistakes happen. And there are times […]

New York Enterprise Corruption Lawyers

Enterprise corruption (New York Penal Law § 460.20) is a serious crime that’s usually associated with other, equally serious crimes. Enterprise corruption occurs when a person who knows of the existence of a criminal enterprise, and is aware of its criminal activities, associates with, participates in or is employed by that enterprise. If you are […]

Federal Food Stamp Crimes

If you’ve been following the news these days then you’re aware that the new administration in Washington, D.C. has promised to prosecute and eliminate fraud in federal programs. One of these “entitlement” programs currently being scrutinized is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the “food stamp” program. Is snap In Trouble? The […]

NYC Compliance instruction Lawyers

If you have found yourself in trouble with the law and being ordered to pay fines or complete community service, you will be subject to compliance instructions. However, time after time, clients of attorneys will fail to do what has been assigned to them. When this occurs, they may go to court without the proper […]

NY Penal Law 125.12 – Vehicular Manslaughter

Now it might seem like the law is a bit convoluted and confusing, but it doesn’t always have to be. Vehicular manslaughter in the second degree.  In order to be considered guilty of vehicular manslaughter in the second degree, you have to cause the death of another person, and also either operate a vehicle in […]

NY Penal Law 190 Bribery of Public Servants

In this post in our ongoing series where we look at New York’s penal law, we’re going to tackle the various crimes that are covered under bribery of public servants. So let’s get started with bribery in the third degree. Bribery in the third degree. You’re guilty of this crime when you confer some kind […]

DUI – DWI Conditional License Lawyers

The New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) can issue a conditional driver’s license to a qualified driver whose New York license has been revoked or suspended due to a drug- or alcohol-related offense, most commonly DWI. A conditional license is not granted automatically; if your license has been suspended, you must apply for a […]

NYC Procurement Fraud Lawyers

Understanding the False Claims Act and Government Procurement Fraud The False Claims Act was passed in 1863, and was expanded in 1986. The False Claims Act punishes individuals, and businesses, who attempted to defraud the government through false billing of goods and services. Our NYC procurement fraud attorneys provide concierge service, and experienced representation, in […]

What Should You Do If You’ve Been Convicted of a Federal Crime?

Preparing for Prison: What to Do If You’re Facing Federal Charges Schedule Regular Meetings With Your Attorney Your attorney is going to be one of the few people who you can count on to make your transition to prison as easy as possible. He or she will likely take steps in an effort to get […]

NYC Money Muling Lawyers

Money Muling Lawyers A “money mule” is the term given to an individual who transfers stolen goods or money. In most cases, money mules are unknowingly tricked into accepting funds from accounts without the account owner’s authorization, or they unwittingly deposit a fake check into an account at a financial institution. Sometimes, money mules are […]

What Is the Prescription Interdiction & Litigation (PIL) Task Force?

The Department of Justice Prescription Interdiction & Litigation Task Force: Combating the Opioid Crisis The Department of Justice Prescription Interdiction & Litigation Task Force (PIL) is the entity that the federal government uses to fight the prescription opioid crisis. It calls for every criminal and law enforcement tool to be put toward fighting this epidemic. […]

New York Wholesale Liquor License Lawyers

Lawyers For Understanding Wholesale Liquor Licenses Getting a wholesale liquor license requires several steps that need to be completed before you are granted your licenses. The first step is understanding the requirements at the state and federal levels. The second step is ensuring you follow procedures correctly so you do not lose your license. When […]

Food Stamp Administrative Disqualification Hearings

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a form of government assistance designed to help households with low incomes put food on their tables. Often referred to as food stamps, the program today typically uses EBT cards rather than the books of stamps used in previous decades. Grounds for […]

NYC Postnuptial Lawyers

How to Find the Best Postnuptial Agreement Lawyers in New York City For married couples in New York seeking to alter their financial arrangements post-wedding, hiring experienced counsel to draft a postnuptial agreement is crucial. Also known as postnups, these legally binding contracts allow spouses to redefine things like asset division and spousal support in […]

NY Physical Therapist License Defense Lawyer

There are many people who go into the field of medicine in order to help people. However, often times one mistake can really affect a person’s career. There are a lot of people in medicine who have had to spend a lot of time and money fighting a legal case. Anyone who has ever been […]

NY Foreign Bank Account Report Attorneys

NY FBAR Attorneys New York based attorneys with Spodek Law Group PC represent US residents in matters involving the Foreign Bank Account Report regulations anywhere in the country. We have represented numerous clients accused by the IRS of failing to file a foreign bank account report. Many American citizens keep foreign bank accounts for business […]

How Does Cooperating with the Federal Government Work?

What Happens If You Cooperate With the Federal Government Are you facing federal drug charges? If so, you can potentially reduce your sentence or be granted immunity from prosecution by exposing the criminal activities that you and your accomplices are being charged with. Whether it’s accomplice testimony, becoming an informant or turning state’s evidence, you’ll […]

Understanding a SCRAM bracelet in relation to NY DWI charges

Understanding a SCRAM bracelet in relation to NY DWI charges.A SCRAM device is an alcohol-monitoring bracelet. It usually comes up as part of an application for a defendant’s release on his or her own recognizance or as a condition of probation in criminal cases for drunk driving. However, they can come up in other cases. […]

Brooklyn Public Intoxication Lawyers

Public Intoxication Laws in Brooklyn and New York In Brooklyn and the rest of New York, public intoxication is defined in more specific terms than many other areas of the country. While many other jurisdictions equate intoxication with drunkenness, the laws found in the New York penal code draw distinctions between being drunk from alcohol […]

When You See the Government’s Evidence Against You

Navigating Federal Criminal Charges: Understanding the Discovery Process Are you facing federal criminal charges but want to know what evidence the government has? Learn when you will see the government’s evidence and how you can use it to defend your case from our expert federal criminal defense attorneys. Understanding Your Situation What to Do if […]

NYC Wire Transfer Schemes Lawyers

Wire Transfer Fraud: Penalties and Defenses More than $600 trillion was moved via wire transfer in 2012 alone, and more than 130 million wire transfers occur annually. Although the majority of these transfers go through with no complications, some of these transactions are considered fraudulent by the U.S. government. Statistics show that as many as […]

What are the rules regarding indictments in New York?

Indictment An indictment’s a written accusation by a grand jury that’s filed with a superior court which charges someone with the commission of a crime, or with the commission of two or more crimes. The term indictment includes a superior court information. Superior Court Information A superior court information’s a written accusation by a DA […]

NJ Criminal Lawyers

What Is the Burden of Proof in Federal Criminal Cases?

The Burden of Proof in Federal Criminal Cases In any federal criminal case, it is the responsibility of the prosecutor to bear the burden of proof. The government must demonstrate that the defendant committed the crime. In a criminal case, guilt must be proven “beyond a reasonable doubt.” Beyond a Reasonable Doubt in a Federal […]

NYC Forex Fraud Lawyers

Understanding Forex Fraud Charges and Penalties Forex involves trading one or more currencies against each other in an effort to profit from the rise or fall in their value. There are many ways in which you may invest in Forex, and some choose to make short-term trades while others choose to take long-term positions. However, […]

NY controlled substance law

In our ongoing series of posts we’ve taken a look at a variety of laws in the New York penal code, and in the process we’ve stripped away a lot of the confusing legalese that’s involved in order to get at the meaning behind the words and really understand what each of the definitions and […]

What is the Difference Between Whole Blood and Serum Blood?

When it comes to forensics and criminal investigations, sometimes blood samples are collected at the scene of a crime. Blood is also collected in other settings as well. If someone is pulled over by a police officer and suspected of driving under the influence, the officer might require this person submit to a blood alcohol […]

NYC Asset Forfeiture Lawyers

Asset Forfeiture: A Ruthless Process Asset forfeiture is a ruthless process through which state and federal governments confiscate – and seek to permanently take – private property, such as cash, bank accounts, estate properties, vehicles, or other personal property. The government takes away everything from a person. There are hundreds, thousands, of federal and state […]

NYC Cross-Border Fraud Lawyers

The advent of the internet and the rise of social media has made communication across countries much easier. But it has also enabled a rise in scams perpetrated across national borders that can cost unwitting or confused consumers thousands of dollars. Known as cross-border fraud, this phenomenon takes a number of forms. The end result, […]