Unintentional injuries are a leading cause of death in the United States. In 2016 alone, more than 160,000 people sustained fatal injuries in unanticipated accidents. That means tens of thousands of families had to cope with the tragedy of losing a loved one, often due to the negligence or intentional wrongdoing of another person. In...Read More

If you are facing theft charges in New York, the consequences of a conviction could affect your life and the lives of your family members for years to come. Depending on your specific charges, the penalties might include tens of thousands of dollars in fines and a lengthy prison sentence. Even petit larceny—a misdemeanor offense—can...Read More

Losing a loved one is always heartbreaking, but when the death is expected, you at least have the opportunity to say goodbye. Losing a family member in a sudden car accident, on the other hand, can be a much heavier burden to bear. Although filing a wrongful death claim will not bring the deceased back,...Read More

Most people have only a cursory knowledge of their constitutional rights and are therefore unsure when they have been violated. The Fourth Amendment protects Americans from illegal searches and seizures by law enforcement, and any evidence gathered during an illegal search may not be admissible in court. If you have been charged with a crime but...Read More

It doesn’t take much to cause a serious collision that has life-changing consequences. Sending a brief text message, dozing off for a few seconds, or getting behind the wheel after one too many glasses of wine can result in a devastating wreck that leaves severe injuries in its wake. Unfortunately, it doesn’t take much for...Read More