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5 Legal Tips for Abusive Relationships
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Abusive relationships affect far too many individuals in this country, but there are ways that the law can help. Speaking with the New York Daily News, Katie...
Is Intoxication a Defense to Rape?
By Daniel Taylor, Esq. | Last updated on
Although rape can certainly be committed by the use or threat of violent force, the crime of rape encompasses other forms of non-consensual sexual intercourse...
Is It Legal to Fight Back If Someone Hits You First?
By Daniel Taylor, Esq. | Last updated on
No one (or at least anyone in their right mind) goes around looking for a fight. But sometimes, whether you're looking for it a not, a physical confrontation...
Failure to Appear in Court: What Can Happen?
By Daniel Taylor, Esq. | Last updated on
If you've been charged with a crime, it should go without saying that showing up for your court appearances is important. Even if the crime you are accused of...
Arrested While in College? What Happens Next?
By Mark Wilson, Esq. | Last updated on
Ah, autumn. That time of year when leaves change, pumpkin-flavored foods proliferate, and college students become unruly. As you may have heard (and seen),...
Can You Refuse a Field Sobriety Test?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Field sobriety tests (FSTs) are a nightmare scenario for many drivers, but you may be able to legally refuse to perform one. Refusing Breathalyzers and blood...
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