As you probably know, New York City is arguably the most important financial hub in the United States. Every day, Wall St. investors trade in securities, usually with little or no legal issues. However, some actions by investors attract the interest of securities and...
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Year: 2021
Learn the difference between murder and manslaughter in New York
Any felony charges in the state of New York require a solid criminal defense, but some offenses are worse than others. If the authorities charge you with a crime involving the loss of life, you should consider yourself in serious trouble. Depending on the details of...
Cooperating with a competitor during bidding could be criminal
If you work in construction or another industry where you bid on public contracts, the price you charge will directly impact the likelihood of the government hiring you to do certain work. Your reputation and work history matter, but often not as much as the bottom...
What’s the difference between a state and federal drug charge?
Drug crimes can fall under either state or federal jurisdiction. If you find yourself asking why it matters if state or federal prosecutors will be handling your case, it comes down; each court system has its own way of handling cases. Your knowledge of this...
U.S. Supreme Court set to take up New York gun case this fall
With all of the consequential decisions rendered by the U.S. Supreme Court lately under their so-called “shadow docket,” it can be easy to forget that the high court is not officially back in session until October. Not long after the court returns for the fall...
Understanding the laws regarding best execution
Investment and other financial professionals have a duty to act in what they believe to be the best interests of their clients. This isn’t just an ethical responsibility – it’s a legal one. The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has strict regulations and...
Can you face drug charges for taking a prescription to school?
When you are dealing with an illness, you may want to carry your prescription with you. For example, if you go to university and won’t be home during the day, you may have prescriptions that require you to take the medication a few times while you’ll be away. You may...
New bail requirements could hurt the poor and people of color
For someone who is accused of a federal crime, such as a gun crime, being able to access bail, and pay it, is important to avoid unnecessary jail time. Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick has stepped forward to emphasize that judges and prosecutors should have the option...
The role of motive in a criminal prosecution — and defense
If you’ve watched enough crime shows on television, you’ve probably heard the phrase “motive, means and opportunity” tossed around in fictional courtrooms a few times as if those are a trifecta of ingredients that have to be proven for the prosecution to convict. In...
Can federal investigators tap your phone?
When someone is the subject of a federal investigation, the investigators may believe they will divulge sensitive information over the phone. If they’re looking for evidence to back up their case, you can imagine that this is a popular way to get it. But can they...