Supreme Court Considers Cell Phone Searches
Many years ago, the United States Supreme Court approved what has come to be called “search incident to arrest” —…
Understanding New York’s New Gun Possession Law
The recent mass shootings in the United States, most notably the 2012 school shooting in Newtown, Connecticut, has led many…
What To Do If You’ve Been Served With A Civil Complaint
For a small business owner or an individual, being served with a civil lawsuit can be a jarring experience. Many…
Mediation As A Civil Defense Tool
It is often said there are no real winners when a case goes to trial. Even if you, as a…
Special Problems When Prominent People Divorce
Divorce is an intensely personal process for both spouses. However, under certain circumstances, it is very easy for the unpleasant…
Recent Developments With “Stop And Frisk”
New York City’s “stop and frisk” policy — under which NYC police engaged in pat down searches of individuals with…
New York City Divorce Statistics
As an individual going through the process, a divorce can easily seem to consume your life. For the legal system,…
New Proposals For Helping NY Penal Code Confront High-Tech Crimes
As crime continues to grow more technologically advanced, criminal codes across the nation — many of which were principally written…
Special Challenges For Same-Sex Divorcees In New York
Same-sex divorce is, of course, an inevitable issue in states like New York that have chosen to recognize same-sex marriage.…
Bringing A Family Business Through Divorce
Even if your assets are straightforward, such as bank accounts or even a family home, property division during divorce is…