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Setting goals in a divorce

For many who start the process of a divorce, the sole objective is survival. Nobody could blame you if this is the case. One thing to bear in mind is that stress is an inevitable part of the process, and it can be severe enough to incite panic attacks in some.

How to know if divorce mediation will work for you

Litigation may be the most common route for married couples seeking a divorce, but it is not the only one. There are alternate dispute resolutions you can choose to use.

Spinal Cord Injured in a Car Accident - St. Louis Lawyer

One of the most serious injuries a car accident victim may suffer is a spinal cord injury.

New York City Criminal Attorney Discusses 3 Police Tactics Used to Get Confessions

Police use several tactics to get suspects to confess, as Police Magazine explains. These techniques can overwhelm victims of false arrest, and people sometimes confess to crimes they did not commit or lie about certain details to appease the questioning officer.

New York City Criminal Lawyer Offers a Brief Overview of 9 Drug Charges

New York has strict drug laws, and convicted offenders can face fines, lengthy prison sentences, and other consequences. According to Drug War Facts, 83.1 percent of all arrests involving drugs in 2014 were for possession. Sale and distribution accounted for 16.9 percent of drug crime arrests.

New York City DWI Attorney Discusses 4 Possible Defenses against DWI Charges

Driving while intoxicated is a serious charge in all states – and New York is no exception. Even a first offense could cost you $1,000 in fines, a six-month license suspension and up to one year in jail, according to USAttorneys.com.

Facing Drug Charges? 3 Important Facts from a New York City False Arrest Attorney

A conviction for drug charges can come with life-changing penalties. The consequences you face depend on the type and amount of the drug, the location of the offense and other factors. Common penalties include jail time, expensive fines, a mark on your criminal record and the loss of other freedoms.

How Should You Act during a Police Stop? 3 Tips from a New York City Criminal Lawyer

A police stop is always a nerve-racking experience – even if you have done nothing wrong. However, if the officer arrests you, then the prosecuting authority can use what you say as evidence against you in court. It is critical that you behave in a way that protects your interests.

Dissent From Disappointing Decision by SCOTUS to Not Hear an Important 2A Case

On June 26, 2017, the Supreme Court of the United States denied a petition for writ of certiorari (to hear on appeal) a case titled Peruta v. California, No. 16-894 (U.S. June 26, 2017).

New York City Immigration Court Welcomes Judge James McCarthy to the Bench

On July 13, 2017, the Executive Office of Immigration Review (EOIR) swore in one new Immigration Judge. Immigration Judge James McCarthy was appointed by the U.S. Attorney General, Jeff Sessions, to serve on the New York City Immigration Court.

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