When many companies are seeking jobs or contracts, they will submit bids. For instance, a construction project may be planned in town, and local construction companies will bid to see if they can be awarded the project. This often happens on commercial properties,...
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Criminal Defense
Don’t assume a police officer is being honest
When you talk to the police, they may directly state or just imply that you should tell the truth. You may assume that this means that police officers also need to tell the truth to suspects, whether it’s an official interrogation or not. Doesn’t it go both ways? In...
What are your Fourth Amendment rights?
If the police knock on the door of your home or approach your vehicle requesting a search, then it is important to understand your legal rights. Any evidence collected could be used to incriminate you in court. The Fourth Amendment protects your right from...
What are bail and bond in criminal cases?
People facing a criminal charge often want to get out of jail as quickly as possible while awaiting the court process. While it’s sometimes possible that people will be released on their own recognizance, that’s not what usually happens. Most people released from jail...
When can searches proceed without warrants?
The requirement that law enforcement officers secure a warrant before searching a person or their property is a cornerstone principle to protect individuals' privacy rights. With that said, while a search warrant is required in most cases, there are specific...
Why is swatting treated as a dangerous federal crime?
Have you been accused of a crime relating to a swatting incident by federal investigators? If so, you may wonder why you’re facing numerous federal charges. While most people may perceive swatting as a prank, it can unintentionally turn deadly. This is especially true...
What is a target letter?
A target letter is a document in criminal law in the United States. It is a formal notification sent by a federal prosecutor to an individual, informing them that they are the target of an ongoing criminal investigation. This letter indicates that the prosecutor has...
Is drug possession a felony offense in New York?
In the intricate landscape of the New York criminal justice system, drug offenses are among the most common. Contrary to belief, violating drug possession laws here in New York can result in felony charges, not just misdemeanor ones. Felony crimes carry heavier...
Felony charges and social media don’t mix
Over the last decade or so, sharing life's triumphs, challenges and even mundane moments on social media has become second nature for many people. However, if you are facing felony charges, this instinct to share or even simply browse these platforms can result in...
How a lawyer’s conflict of interest could lead to an appeal
Criminal defendants who go to trial generally believe in their own innocence or that the state has misinterpreted the situation in some significant way. They rely on their lawyers to give them proper guidance and to help them secure the best outcome possible. Sadly,...